The Croft is in Strensall, York and in York district. YO32 5WU is located in the Strensall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of York Outer. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Croft, Strensall, York, YO32 5WU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO32 5WX, YO32 5WY, YO32 5RL, YO32 5AZ, YO32 5AJ, YO32 5ZB, YO32 5AY, YO32 5AU, YO32 5AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO32 5WU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 53.9% | 52.7% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 46.1% | 47.3% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of YO32 5WU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.1% | 26.3% | 7.2% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.6% | 55.9% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 11.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 7.3% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 9.7% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 45.8% | 47% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 36.5% | -4.0% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 12.8% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3.7% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.1% | 15.4% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 9.7% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 13.4% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 5.3% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 19% | 3.0% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.4% | 33.2% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 2.3% | 4% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98% | 97% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 91.8% | 94.6% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 2.7% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 95.3% | 3.5% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 3.7% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0.3% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Croft was 24.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.8% lower than the Strensall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Croft has the 9th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Strensall and the 172nd lowest crime rate of 639 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 The Croft, York, York Detached, an established residential building | £297,500 | 2016-02-11 | £409,166 |
| 6 The Croft, York, York Detached, an established residential building | £139,200 | 2003-05-22 | £322,204 |
| 3 The Croft, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £59,995 | 2000-02-25 | £276,795 |
| 4 The Croft, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £55,250 | 1998-10-12 | £284,664 |
YO32 5WU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 YO32 5WU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Wilkinson Primary Academy West End , Strensall YO32 5UH | 4out of 4 | 661 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ralph Butterfield Primary School Station Road , Haxby YO32 3LS | 4out of 4 | 2,772 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigginton Primary School Westfield Lane , Wigginton YO32 2FZ | 3out of 4 | 3,768 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Headlands Primary School Oak Tree Lane , Holly Tree Meadows YO32 2YH | 3out of 4 | 3,777 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Huntington Primary Academy North Moor Road , Huntington YO32 9QT | 3out of 4 | 4,720 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Rowntree School Haxby Road , New Earswick YO32 4BZ | 3out of 4 | 4,690 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Huntington School Huntington Road , Huntington YO32 9WT | 4out of 4 | 5,414 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strensall Coffee House | Martin House, 22 Barley Rise | 370 yd | |
| Strensall Spearehead Cafe | St Marys Church, Church Lane | 850 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ship Inn | 23 The Village | 976 yd | |
| The Half Moon Inn | 3 The Village | 976 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cathay Strensall Takeaway | 609 Strensall Road | 586 yd | |
| Strensall Fisheries | 16 The Village | 976 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 40 The Village | 1,021 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Strensall Sports Field Durlston Drive | grass pitches, tennis courts | 392 yd |
| Robert Wilkinson Primary Academy WEST END | grass pitches, swimming pool | 724 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Barracks Training Centre | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 758 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 | 60.0% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.