Abbotsway is in York and in York district. YO31 9LD 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 Abbotsway, York, YO31 9LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO31 9LE, YO31 9LQ, YO31 9LF, YO31 9AG, YO31 9LG, YO31 9LB, YO31 9AX, YO31 9AU, YO31 9AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO31 9LD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 54.1% | 49.8% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 45.9% | 50.2% | 4.3% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 33.9% | 41.2% | 7.3% | 37.9% | 3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45% | 43.3% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 8.8% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 4.2% | -4.6% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 49% | 46.2% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 37.8% | 7.7% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 10.9% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 3.6% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 43.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.1% | 10% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 9.6% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 10% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 9.2% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.5% | 15.9% | -1.6% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.3% | 43.5% | 9.2% | 33.8% | 9.7% |
| Other | 5.2% | 1.7% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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 | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.9% | 94.1% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
In this area, 87.5% 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 | 91.9% | 87.5% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 5% | 4.0% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 91.2% | 89.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 7.6% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 1.4% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.7% | 37.2% | 15.5% |
| Christian | 37.5% | 46.2% | -8.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Abbotsway was 44.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.9% lower than the Guildhall average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Abbotsway has the 40th lowest crime rate of 130 local areas in Guildhall and the 300th lowest crime rate of 639 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Abbotsway, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2021-03-22 | £626,326 |
| 15 Abbotsway, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £417,000 | 2018-03-15 | £562,092 |
| 17 Abbotsway, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2007-01-19 | £519,625 |
| 12 Abbotsway, York, York Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2006-08-18 | £831,925 |
| 10 Abbotsway, York, York Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2004-10-26 | £630,028 |
YO31 9LD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 9LD 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 12 St Paul's Square , YO24 4BD | 3out of 4 | 3,465 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yearsley Grove Primary School Yearsley Grove , Huntington YO31 9BX | 3out of 4 | 592 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haxby Road Primary Academy 154 Haxby Road , YO31 8JN | 3out of 4 | 833 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heworth Church of England Primary Academy 53 Heworth Road , YO31 0AA | 3out of 4 | 1,091 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Grove Primary Academy Park Grove , YO31 8LG | 3out of 4 | 1,192 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tang Hall Primary Academy Sixth Avenue , YO31 0UT | 3out of 4 | 1,510 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington School Huntington Road , Huntington YO32 9WT | 4out of 4 | 1,795 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | 1out of 4 | 2,467 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Rowntree School Haxby Road , New Earswick YO32 4BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,751 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Holgate's School, A Church of England Academy Hull Road , YO10 5ZA | 4out of 4 | 3,327 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints RC School Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,557 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| York St John University Lord Mayor's Walk , YO31 7EX | - not rated | 1,598 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Applefields School Bad Bargain Lane , Burnholme YO31 0LW | 3out of 4 | 1,943 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bootham School 51 Bootham , YO30 7BU | - not rated | 2,011 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 2-18 Clifton , YO30 6AB | - not rated | 2,191 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of York Heslington , YO10 5DD | - not rated | 3,402 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clubhouse Catering | 3 Muncastergate | 232 yd | |
| Volunteer Cafe within Foss Park Hospital | Foss Park Hospital, Haxby Road | 812 yd | |
| Starbucks (Sodexo) | Nestle UK, Haxby Road | 866 yd | |
| Rose Cafe | 169 Haxby Road | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living Word Church | 187-189 Huntington Road | 599 yd | |
| York Hospital Sports & Social Club | 37 White Cross Road | 952 yd | |
| The Heworth Inn | 64 Heworth Green | 1,002 yd | |
| The Nags Head | 56 Heworth Road | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marcianos | 13 Middleham Avenue | 344 yd | |
| China Inn | 23 Haleys Terrace | 728 yd | |
| Jim Collis Fish & Chips | 3 Saxon Place | 729 yd | |
| Naz Spice | 4 Saxon Place | 729 yd | |
| Chop Suey House | 71 Kitchener Street | 795 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heworth Golf Club MUNCASTERGATE | golf | 234 yd |
| Bell Farm Social Hall Bell Farm Social Hall Bell Farm Social Hall Roche Avenue | 382 yd | |
| Yearsley Grove Primary School YEARSLEY GROVE | grass pitches | 611 yd |
| Monk Stray (Closed) Malton Road | grass pitches | 763 yd |
| Yearsley Swimming Pool HALEYS TERRACE | swimming pool | 782 yd |
| York St John University (Haxby Road) HAXBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 809 yd |
| Heworth Cricket Club ELMPARK WAY | grass pitches | 860 yd |
| Nestle Uk Ltd (York) Football Field HAXBY ROAD | grass pitches | 926 yd |
| York St John University (Heworth Croft) HEWORTH GREEN | artificial grass pitch | 959 yd |
| Heworth Amateur Rugby League Football Club ELMPARK WAY | grass pitches | 996 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.