Harewood Close is in York and in York district. YO30 5XQ is located in the Rawcliffe & Clifton Without electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of York Outer. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Harewood Close, York, YO30 5XQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO30 5XJ, YO30 5TX, YO30 5XG, YO30 5TY, YO30 5US, YO30 5UT, YO30 5XX, YO30 5UR, YO30 1XJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO30 5XQ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.9% | 48.2% | -6.7% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 45.1% | 51.8% | 6.7% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of YO30 5XQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.7% | 31.1% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 53.6% | 3.2% | 44.2% | 9.4% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10.7% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 3.6% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.4% | 55.5% | -0.9% | 48.4% | 7.1% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 30.8% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 7.5% | 11.5% | 4.0% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 4% | 1.4% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.8% | 10.6% | -6.2% | 18.2% | -7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 9.5% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 12.7% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6.7% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 17.3% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.2% | 40.6% | 3.4% | 33.8% | 6.8% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.5% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.9% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 92.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.7% | 92.1% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 2% | 4.8% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 91.9% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.3% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.8% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.8% | 37.2% | 8.6% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harewood Close was 39.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.7% lower than the Clifton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harewood Close has the 15th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Clifton and the 285th lowest crime rate of 631 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Harewood Close, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £176,250 | 2024-05-02 | £179,605 |
| 37 Harewood Close, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2024-03-11 | £173,352 |
| 3 Harewood Close, York, York Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-09-28 | £379,819 |
| 24 Harewood Close, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2021-08-18 | £179,571 |
| 20 Harewood Close, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £146,250 | 2021-03-12 | £171,384 |
YO30 5XQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
YO30 5XQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 127 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Nursery School Kingsway North , YO30 6JA | 3out of 4 | 2,771 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton With Rawcliffe Primary School Eastholme Drive , Rawcliffe YO30 5TA | - not rated | 915 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton with Rawcliffe Federation: Infant School Eastholme Drive , Rawcliffe YO30 5TA | - not rated | 915 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton With Rawcliffe Primary School Eastholme Drive , Rawcliffe YO30 5TA | - not rated | 915 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside Primary Academy Oakdale Road , Clifton Moor YO30 4YL | 3out of 4 | 1,293 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside Primary School Oakdale Road , Clifton Moor YO30 4YL | - not rated | 1,293 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Church of England Voluntary Aided School, York Millfield Lane , Nether Poppleton YO26 6PQ | - not rated | 1,688 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Academy Millfield Lane , Nether Poppleton YO26 6PA | 3out of 4 | 1,865 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | - not rated | 1,980 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | 3out of 4 | 1,980 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Anne School Queen Anne Road , YO30 7WA | - not rated | 3,399 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Field Hospital School 31 Shipton Road , Clifton Without YO30 5RE | - not rated | 1,969 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boothan Junior School Rawcliffe Lane , YO30 6NP | - not rated | 2,281 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lidgett Grove School Wheatlands Grove , Acomb YO26 5NH | - not rated | 2,601 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Preparatory School 13 the Avenue , Clifton YO30 6AS | - not rated | 2,981 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfield School Beckfield Lane , Acomb YO26 5RQ | - not rated | 2,992 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | Hurricane Way | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Farm | Shipton Road | 289 yd | |
| The Mitre | Shipton Road | 545 yd | |
| Lysander Arms | Village Street | 661 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| AJ's Kitchen | 212b Shipton Road | 304 yd | |
| Wing Lee | Shipton Road | 598 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | Hurricane Way | 874 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | Unit 3, Clifton Moor Retail Park, Hurricane Way | 880 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rawcliffe Recreation Association RAWCLIFFE PAVILION RAWCLIFFE PAVILION ST. MARKS GROVE | grass pitches | 795 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (York) WHITE ROSE CLOSE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,034 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 89.5% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.