Ashley Park Road is in York and in Ryedale district. YO31 1JY is located in the Heworth 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 Ashley Park Road, York, YO31 1JY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO31 1JX, YO31 1JZ, YO31 1LA, YO31 1EZ, YO31 1HN, YO31 1LB, YO31 1LQ, YO31 1HL, YO31 1JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO31 1JY has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.9% of the population 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 | 52.2% | 56.9% | 4.7% | 51.0% | 5.9% |
| Male | 47.8% | 43.1% | -4.7% | 49.0% | -5.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.7% | 34.3% | 9.6% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.7% | 37.1% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -7.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0.6% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 10.3% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 17.9% | 16.6% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 10.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 27.3% | 30.1% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -18.3% |
| Good health | 44.5% | 43% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 9.4% |
| Fair health | 21.1% | 19.7% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 6.7% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 31.1% | 21.8% | -9.3% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 5% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 9.5% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.5% | 6.7% | -2.8% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 15.6% | 7.7% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.9% | 33% | 14.1% | 33.8% | -0.8% |
| Other | 7.9% | 8.4% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 5.6% |
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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.1% | 96.9% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 97.6% | 94.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 95.9% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 3.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashley Park Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Guildhall average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Ashley Park Road, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-10-03 | £313,151 |
| 58 Ashley Park Road, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2012-12-07 | £213,836 |
| 64 Ashley Park Road, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £139,500 | 2012-03-30 | £207,954 |
| 52 Ashley Park Road, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2012-03-16 | £271,986 |
| 38 Ashley Park Road, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2011-04-12 | £287,170 |
YO31 1JY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in YO31 1JY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Nursery School Kingsway North , YO30 6JA | 3out of 4 | 3,402 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hempland Junior School Whitby Avenue , Heworth YO31 1ET | - not rated | 394 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hempland County Infant School Whitby Avenue , Heworth YO31 1ET | - not rated | 394 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hempland Primary School Whitby Avenue , Stockton Lane YO31 1ET | 3out of 4 | 394 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hempland Primary School Whitby Avenue , Stockton Lane YO31 1ET | - not rated | 394 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aelred's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Fifth Avenue , YO31 0QQ | - not rated | 1,223 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnholme Community College Bad Bargain Lane , YO31 0GW | - not rated | 958 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Holgate's School, A Church of England Academy Hull Road , YO10 5ZA | 4out of 4 | 2,400 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Holgate's School Hull Road , YO10 5ZA | - not rated | 2,400 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Huntington School Huntington Road , Huntington YO32 9WT | 4out of 4 | 2,652 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Anne School Queen Anne Road , YO30 7WA | - not rated | 3,565 yd | Community school | 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 | 839 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Applefields School Bad Bargain Lane , Burnholme YO31 0LW | - not rated | 839 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Galtres School Bad Bargain Lane , Burnholme YO31 0LW | - not rated | 948 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Suncliffe School New Lane , Huntington YO3 9NQ | - not rated | 2,248 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Real School York Environmental Community , Centre YO10 3EN | - not rated | 2,317 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heworth Christ Church | Christ Church, Stockton Lane | 218 yd | |
| Explore Burnholme | Moss Dale Avenue | 925 yd | |
| Pip Stop Cafe (Tue & Wed only) | Applefields School, Bad Bargain Lane | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Walnut Tree | 73 Heworth Village | 858 yd | |
| Burnholme Social Club | Burnholme Drive | 907 yd | |
| Toby Carvery at Hopgrove | Hopgrove, Malton Road | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JoJo's Place | 1A Gerard Avenue | 1,033 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hempland Primary School WHITBY AVENUE | grass pitches | 392 yd |
| Hempland Lane Hempland Lane | grass pitches | 481 yd |
| Heworth Cricket Club ELMPARK WAY | grass pitches | 687 yd |
| Heworth Amateur Rugby League Football Club ELMPARK WAY | grass pitches | 710 yd |
| Applefields School BAD BARGAIN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 844 yd |
| Burnholme Community Hub Bad Bargain Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 956 yd |
| Burnholme Community College (Closed) Bad Bargain Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 956 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 | 78.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 87.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.