Fourth Avenue is in York and in York district. YO31 0SP is located in the Heworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of York Central. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fourth Avenue, York, YO31 0SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO31 0SW, YO31 0SZ, YO31 0QY, YO31 0QZ, YO31 0PZ, YO31 0QA, YO31 0QX, YO31 0TA, YO31 0RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO31 0SP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 50.5% | 52.1% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 49.5% | 47.9% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around YO31 0SP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 51.5% | 53.3% | 1.8% | 37.9% | 15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.6% | 31.1% | -1.5% | 44.2% | -13.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 10.5% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 3.5% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 48.6% | 50.7% | 2.1% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 31.7% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 12.7% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 3.9% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.6% | 15.2% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 12.1% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11% | 14.8% | 3.8% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 23.9% | 30.1% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 13.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 20.3% | -2.0% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 3.2% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 2.5% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.1% | 89.6% | -7.5% | 81.4% | 8.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.9% | 89.9% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 3.6% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 4.6% | 4.0% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 89.9% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.7% | 76.7% | -1.0% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 3% | 0.3% | 2.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.4% | 13.5% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.3% | 37.2% | 14.1% |
| Christian | 37.9% | 46.2% | -8.3% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fourth Avenue was 24.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.3% lower than the Guildhall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fourth Avenue has the 21st lowest crime rate of 130 local areas in Guildhall and the 175th lowest crime rate of 639 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 148 Fourth Avenue, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £166,500 | 2019-05-20 | £214,011 |
| 146 Fourth Avenue, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2007-07-27 | £239,911 |
YO31 0SP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 student residents living in YO31 0SP area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 3,410 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tang Hall Primary Academy Sixth Avenue , YO31 0UT | 3out of 4 | 532 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aelred's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy Fifth Avenue , YO31 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 539 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heworth Church of England Primary Academy 53 Heworth Road , YO31 0AA | 3out of 4 | 617 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hempland Primary School Whitby Avenue , Stockton Lane YO31 1ET | 4out of 4 | 850 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Osbaldwick Primary Academy The Leyes/The Lane , Osbaldwick YO10 3AX | 2out of 4 | 1,376 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 | 1,650 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millthorpe School Nunthorpe Avenue , YO23 1WF | 3out of 4 | 3,103 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints RC School Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,208 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Huntington School Huntington Road , Huntington YO32 9WT | 4out of 4 | 3,357 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulford School Fulfordgate , Heslington Lane YO10 4FY | 4out of 4 | 3,396 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| York College Sim Balk Lane , YO23 2BB | - not rated | 5,432 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 685 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| York St John University Lord Mayor's Walk , YO31 7EX | - not rated | 1,787 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of York Heslington , YO10 5DD | - not rated | 1,815 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bootham School 51 Bootham , YO30 7BU | - not rated | 2,345 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 2-18 Clifton , YO30 6AB | - not rated | 2,725 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pip Stop Cafe (Tue & Wed only) | Applefields School, Bad Bargain Lane | 297 yd | |
| Explore Burnholme | Moss Dale Avenue | 402 yd | |
| CJs Chicken and Pizza | 74 Fourth Avenue | 476 yd | |
| St Hilda's Church Community Cafe | St Hildas Church, Tang Hall Lane | 638 yd | |
| Yourcafe | Tang Hall Community Centre, Fifth Avenue | 641 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnholme Social Club | Burnholme Drive | 308 yd | |
| The Walnut Tree | 73 Heworth Village | 517 yd | |
| The Nags Head | 56 Heworth Road | 738 yd | |
| Heworth and Bootham Conservative Club | 16 East Parade | 978 yd | |
| The Heworth Inn | 64 Heworth Green | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JoJo's Place | 1A Gerard Avenue | 181 yd | |
| Buffalo Pizza | 137 Tang Hall Lane | 528 yd | |
| Tang Hall Chinese Takeaway | 147-149 Tang Hall Lane | 528 yd | |
| Tang Hall Fish and Chips | 141 Tang Hall Lane | 528 yd | |
| China Wok | 139 Tang Hall Lane | 528 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 143-145 Tang Hall Lane | 528 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 75 East Parade | 919 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burnholme Community Hub Bad Bargain Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 315 yd |
| Burnholme Community College (Closed) Bad Bargain Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 315 yd |
| The Playing Fields (City Of York Council) EIGHTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 420 yd |
| St Aelreds Rc Primary School FIFTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 421 yd |
| Tang Hall Community Centre FIFTH AVENUE | 527 yd | |
| Applefields School BAD BARGAIN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 584 yd |
| Heworth Tennis Club TENNIS COURTS TENNIS COURTS EAST PARADE | tennis courts | 692 yd |
| Hempland Lane Hempland Lane | grass pitches | 728 yd |
| Hempland Primary School WHITBY AVENUE | grass pitches | 810 yd |
| Glen Gardens East Parade | tennis courts | 823 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% |
| Median download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 233.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 138.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.