Bad Bargain Lane is in York and in York district. YO31 0PE is located in the Osbaldwick & Derwent electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of York Outer. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bad Bargain Lane, York, YO31 0PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO31 0PF, YO31 0NT, YO31 0NX, YO31 0NP, YO31 0NB, YO31 0LT, YO31 0NA, YO31 0NZ, YO31 0LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO31 0PE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 53.1% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 47.6% | 46.9% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 YO31 0PE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.5% 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 | 12% | 18.9% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -19.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.8% | 59.5% | -6.3% | 44.2% | 15.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 8.6% | 2.4% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 15.6% | 10.3% | -5.3% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 24.2% | 46.1% | 21.9% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 45.2% | 37.7% | -7.5% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 25.8% | 13.5% | -12.3% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.4% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.3% | 14.2% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 4.9% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 9% | -9.2% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 12.4% | 8.3% | -4.1% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 15.6% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.3% | 46.2% | 20.9% | 33.8% | 12.4% |
| Other | 7.1% | 1.7% | -5.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.2% | 91.9% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 98.8% | 92.5% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 91.9% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.1% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 76.7% | 14.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6% | 13.5% | -7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bad Bargain Lane was 25.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.5% lower than the Heworth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bad Bargain Lane has the 7th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Heworth and the 185th lowest crime rate of 639 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 144 Bad Bargain Lane, York, York Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2020-11-30 | £320,511 |
| 140A Bad Bargain Lane, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £171,999 | 2020-03-31 | £200,969 |
| 142 Bad Bargain Lane, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2015-11-04 | £232,543 |
| 142 Bad Bargain Lane, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2007-03-21 | £253,750 |
| 140 Bad Bargain Lane, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £109,000 | 2005-02-18 | £168,424 |
YO31 0PE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in YO31 0PE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 117 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Nursery School 12 St Paul's Square , YO24 4BD | 3out of 4 | 4,036 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hempland Primary School Whitby Avenue , Stockton Lane YO31 1ET | 4out of 4 | 401 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aelred's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy Fifth Avenue , YO31 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 460 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heworth Church of England Primary Academy 53 Heworth Road , YO31 0AA | 3out of 4 | 996 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tang Hall Primary Academy Sixth Avenue , YO31 0UT | 3out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Osbaldwick Primary Academy The Leyes/The Lane , Osbaldwick YO10 3AX | 2out of 4 | 1,212 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archbishop Holgate's School, A Church of England Academy Hull Road , YO10 5ZA | 4out of 4 | 1,674 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Huntington School Huntington Road , Huntington YO32 9WT | 4out of 4 | 3,268 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millthorpe School Nunthorpe Avenue , YO23 1WF | 3out of 4 | 3,732 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints RC School Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,841 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulford School Fulfordgate , Heslington Lane YO10 4FY | 4out of 4 | 3,849 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applefields School Bad Bargain Lane , Burnholme YO31 0LW | 3out of 4 | 122 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of York Heslington , YO10 5DD | - not rated | 2,157 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York St John University Lord Mayor's Walk , YO31 7EX | - not rated | 2,344 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bootham School 51 Bootham , YO30 7BU | - not rated | 2,907 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 2-18 Clifton , YO30 6AB | - not rated | 3,268 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explore Burnholme | Moss Dale Avenue | 233 yd | |
| Pip Stop Cafe (Tue & Wed only) | Applefields School, Bad Bargain Lane | 343 yd | |
| St Hilda's Church Community Cafe | St Hildas Church, Tang Hall Lane | 899 yd | |
| Heworth Christ Church | Christ Church, Stockton Lane | 947 yd | |
| The Kitchen Osbaldwick | 171 Osbaldwick Lane | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnholme Social Club | Burnholme Drive | 364 yd | |
| The Walnut Tree | 73 Heworth Village | 699 yd | |
| Derwent Arms | 39 Osbaldwick Village | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JoJo's Place | 1A Gerard Avenue | 552 yd | |
| Buffalo Pizza | 137 Tang Hall Lane | 831 yd | |
| Tang Hall Chinese Takeaway | 147-149 Tang Hall Lane | 831 yd | |
| Tang Hall Fish and Chips | 141 Tang Hall Lane | 831 yd | |
| China Wok | 139 Tang Hall Lane | 831 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 143-145 Tang Hall Lane | 831 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Applefields School BAD BARGAIN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 68 yd |
| Burnholme Community Hub Bad Bargain Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 318 yd |
| Burnholme Community College (Closed) Bad Bargain Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 318 yd |
| Hempland Primary School WHITBY AVENUE | grass pitches | 458 yd |
| St Aelreds Rc Primary School FIFTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 458 yd |
| Hempland Lane Hempland Lane | grass pitches | 485 yd |
| The Playing Fields (City Of York Council) EIGHTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,054 yd |
| Osbaldwick Primary School (Lane Site) OSBALDWICK LANE | grass pitches | 1,060 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.