East Parade is in York and in York district. YO31 7YG 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 East Parade, York, YO31 7YG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO31 7YQ, YO31 7YF, YO31 7YD, YO31 0RR, YO31 0RP, YO31 0RZ, YO31 0AB, YO31 0AD, YO31 7YH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO31 7YG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 49.4% | 48.1% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 50.6% | 51.9% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 | 45% | 40.8% | -4.2% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.9% | 40% | 0.1% | 44.2% | -4.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 12.5% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 3.5% | -1.3% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.1%) 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 | 54.3% | 48.8% | -5.5% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 37.3% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 11.2% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 1.7% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 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.
In the area around YO31 7YG this area, 4.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 50.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.2% | 4.3% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -13.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 2.7% | -7.3% | 9.6% | -6.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 6.7% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.9% | 26.7% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 9.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.4% | 50.2% | 11.8% | 33.8% | 16.4% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.4% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 93.5% | 94.9% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 91% | 92.2% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5% | 2.7% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.8% | 91.6% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 4.7% | 3.7% | -1.0% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0.3% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.5% | 37.2% | 14.3% |
| Christian | 38% | 46.2% | -8.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East Parade was 37.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.4% lower than the Guildhall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
East Parade has the 36th lowest crime rate of 130 local areas in Guildhall and the 268th lowest crime rate of 631 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 450.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 122 East Parade, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2022-02-25 | £634,270 |
| 120 East Parade, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2021-11-24 | £675,784 |
| Flat 2 112 East Parade, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2016-03-31 | £141,437 |
| 116 East Parade, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2015-08-28 | £635,625 |
| 114 East Parade, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2013-10-18 | £563,186 |
YO31 7YG 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 student residents living in YO31 7YG 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 2,400 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heworth Church of England Primary School 53 Heworth Road , YO31 0AA | 3out of 4 | 160 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heworth Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School 53 Heworth Road , YO31 0AA | - not rated | 160 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tang Hall Junior School Sixth Avenue , YO31 0UT | - not rated | 323 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tang Hall County Infant School Sixth Avenue , YO31 0UT | - not rated | 323 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tang Hall Primary Academy Sixth Avenue , YO31 0UT | 3out of 4 | 323 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 850 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Holgate's School, A Church of England Academy Hull Road , YO10 5ZA | 4out of 4 | 2,157 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Holgate's School Hull Road , YO10 5ZA | - not rated | 2,157 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Anne School Queen Anne Road , YO30 7WA | - not rated | 2,346 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millthorpe School Nunthorpe Avenue , YO23 1WF | 3out of 4 | 2,946 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 | 5,324 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galtres School Bad Bargain Lane , Burnholme YO31 0LW | - not rated | 813 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Applefields School Bad Bargain Lane , Burnholme YO31 0LW | 3out of 4 | 1,100 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Applefields School Bad Bargain Lane , Burnholme YO31 0LW | - not rated | 1,100 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Real School York Environmental Community , Centre YO10 3EN | - not rated | 1,209 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| York St John University Lord Mayor's Walk , YO31 7EX | - not rated | 1,339 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Many Wines | 69 East Parade | 320 yd | |
| Kiosk in The Park | Glen Gardens, East Parade | 413 yd | |
| CJs Chicken and Pizza | 74 Fourth Avenue | 441 yd | |
| Yourcafe | Tang Hall Community Centre, Fifth Avenue | 699 yd | |
| York Community and Gymnastics | York Community And Gymnastic F, Heworth Green | 767 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nags Head | 56 Heworth Road | 130 yd | |
| The Heworth Inn | 64 Heworth Green | 361 yd | |
| Heworth and Bootham Conservative Club | 16 East Parade | 413 yd | |
| The Walnut Tree | 73 Heworth Village | 493 yd | |
| Burnholme Social Club | Burnholme Drive | 767 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heworth Plaice | 83B Heworth Road | 153 yd | |
| Heworth Chinese Takeaway | 14 East Parade | 413 yd | |
| JoJo's Place | 1A Gerard Avenue | 597 yd | |
| Jim Collis Fish & Chips | 3 Saxon Place | 890 yd | |
| Naz Spice | 4 Saxon Place | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 75 East Parade | 320 yd | |
| Asda | 77 Layerthorpe | 939 yd | |
| Zam Zam Supermarket | 33-37 Layerthorpe | 971 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Foss Bank | 1,002 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Store, James Street | 1,034 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heworth Tennis Club TENNIS COURTS TENNIS COURTS EAST PARADE | tennis courts | 123 yd |
| Glen Gardens East Parade | tennis courts | 284 yd |
| Monk Stray (Closed) Malton Road | grass pitches | 415 yd |
| The Playing Fields (City Of York Council) EIGHTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 538 yd |
| Tang Hall Community Centre FIFTH AVENUE | 758 yd | |
| York St John University (Heworth Croft) HEWORTH GREEN | artificial grass pitch | 768 yd |
| Burnholme Community Hub Bad Bargain Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 850 yd |
| Burnholme Community College (Closed) Bad Bargain Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 850 yd |
| Hempland Lane Hempland Lane | grass pitches | 902 yd |
| Ultraflex York LAYERTHORPE | health and fitness suite | 918 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 | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| 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 | 5.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 5.9% |
| Median download speed | 63.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 123.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.