Elmfield Avenue is in York and in York district. YO31 9LJ 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 Elmfield Avenue, York, YO31 9LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO31 9LL, YO31 9LN, YO31 9LP, YO31 9LH, YO31 9AT, YO31 9LR, YO31 9LX, YO31 9AL, YO31 9LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO31 9LJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 50.5% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49.5% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 48.3% | 40.6% | -7.7% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.1% | 40.6% | 5.5% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 10% | 12% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 3.7% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 | 40.4% | 46.2% | 5.8% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 39.4% | 34.4% | -5.0% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 13.3% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 4.3% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 29.9% | 23.5% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.4% | 15.7% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 11.5% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 11.5% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 30.4% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.8% | 91.3% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 95.5% | 91.7% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 91.4% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.7% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.9% | 37.2% | 16.7% |
| Christian | 36.8% | 46.2% | -9.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elmfield Avenue was 214.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.0% lower than the Guildhall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elmfield Avenue has the 29th highest crime rate of 130 local areas in Guildhall and the 55th highest crime rate of 639 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 102.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Elmfield Avenue, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,999 | 2009-02-16 | £352,429 |
| 42 Elmfield Avenue, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2007-05-18 | £316,064 |
| 44 Elmfield Avenue, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,500 | 2004-03-05 | £242,765 |
| 40 Elmfield Avenue, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £111,000 | 2002-04-26 | £344,541 |
| 44 Elmfield Avenue, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £54,000 | 2000-06-30 | £227,427 |
YO31 9LJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 3,799 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 | 358 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haxby Road Primary Academy 154 Haxby Road , YO31 8JN | 3out of 4 | 1,163 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heworth Church of England Primary Academy 53 Heworth Road , YO31 0AA | 3out of 4 | 1,239 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hempland Primary School Whitby Avenue , Stockton Lane YO31 1ET | 4out of 4 | 1,465 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Grove Primary Academy Park Grove , YO31 8LG | 3out of 4 | 1,516 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,594 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Rowntree School Haxby Road , New Earswick YO32 4BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,580 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | 1out of 4 | 2,722 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Holgate's School, A Church of England Academy Hull Road , YO10 5ZA | 4out of 4 | 3,389 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints RC School Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,882 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 1,918 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| York St John University Lord Mayor's Walk , YO31 7EX | - not rated | 1,926 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 | 2,522 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of York Heslington , YO10 5DD | - not rated | 3,556 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 | 560 yd | |
| Mama Doreen's | Unit 2 Vangarde Shopping Park, Vangarde Retail Park | 924 yd | |
| Hollywood Bowl York | Unit 1, Kathryn Avenue | 959 yd | |
| Puttstars York | Unit 2, Kathryn Avenue | 970 yd | |
| Little Yorkshire Coffee Company | York Community Stadium, Kathryn Avenue | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living Word Church | 187-189 Huntington Road | 824 yd | |
| Toby Carvery at Hopgrove | Hopgrove, Malton Road | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marcianos | 13 Middleham Avenue | 487 yd | |
| Hotwinds | 62 Brockfield Park Drive | 965 yd | |
| Brockfield Fisheries | 29 Brockfield Park Drive | 1,003 yd | |
| China Inn | 23 Haleys Terrace | 1,026 yd | |
| Jim Collis Fish & Chips | 3 Saxon Place | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Huntington Road | 1,009 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yearsley Grove Primary School YEARSLEY GROVE | grass pitches | 428 yd |
| Heworth Golf Club MUNCASTERGATE | golf | 470 yd |
| Bell Farm Social Hall Bell Farm Social Hall Bell Farm Social Hall Roche Avenue | 496 yd | |
| Heworth Cricket Club ELMPARK WAY | grass pitches | 623 yd |
| Heworth Amateur Rugby League Football Club ELMPARK WAY | grass pitches | 723 yd |
| York St John University (Haxby Road) HAXBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 919 yd |
| Monk Stray (Closed) Malton Road | grass pitches | 962 yd |
| Yearsley Swimming Pool HALEYS TERRACE | swimming pool | 1,038 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 296.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 181.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.