Market Street is in Pocklington, York and in East Riding Of Yorkshire district. YO42 2AB is located in the Pocklington Provincial electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Yorkshire. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Market Street, Pocklington, York, YO42 2AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO42 2AE, YO42 2JL, YO42 2AF, YO42 2BY, YO42 2JH, YO42 2ET, YO42 2JJ, YO42 2XL, YO42 2NQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO42 2AB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 51% | 48.4% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 49% | 51.6% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 | 32.4% | 38.5% | 6.1% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.2% | 26.8% | -7.4% | 44.2% | -17.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 15.6% | 19% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 9.9% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 12.7% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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 | 42.4% | 37.3% | -5.1% | 48.4% | -11.1% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 37.3% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 20.9% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 8.2% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.6% | 20.1% | -3.5% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 13.2% | 1.2% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 14.7% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.4% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 20.1% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.8% | 20.6% | -5.2% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 8.4% | 3.9% | -4.5% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 96% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 88.7% | 92.8% | 4.1% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 9.7% | 6.3% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.3% | 92.4% | 4.1% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 3.6% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.7% | 1.3% | -3.4% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74% | 76.7% | -2.7% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.1% | 13.5% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.2% | 37.2% | 8.0% |
| Christian | 47.9% | 46.2% | 1.7% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Market Street was 88.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 151.5% higher than the Pocklington Provincial average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Market Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Pocklington Provincial and the 228th highest crime rate of 1,117 local areas in East Riding of Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 Market Street, York, East Riding Of Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2024-03-18 | £79,917 |
| 80 Market Street, York, East Riding Of Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2004-07-16 | £356,944 |
| 80 Market Street, York, East Riding Of Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2001-08-31 | £465,509 |
YO42 2AB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in YO42 2AB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocklington Junior School 65 Kirkland Street , Pocklington YO42 2BX | 2out of 4 | 266 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary & St Joseph Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy Maxwell Road , YO42 2HE | 3out of 4 | 363 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pocklington Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant School Maxwell Road , YO42 2HE | 3out of 4 | 424 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barmby Moor Church of England Primary School Flat Lane , Barmby Moor YO42 4EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,748 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woldgate School and Sixth Form College 92 Kilnwick Road , Pocklington YO42 2LL | 3out of 4 | 1,065 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pocklington School West Green , YO42 2NJ | - not rated | 427 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Street Cafe | 72-74 Market Street, Pocklington | 11 yd | |
| Beach House | 71-73 Market Street, Pocklington | 32 yd | |
| Whisk | 60 Market Street, Pocklington | 50 yd | |
| Wolds Coffee House & Tea Rooms | 6-8 Waterloo Lane, Pocklington | 111 yd | |
| Sonali Indian Restaurant | 2-4 St Peters Square, Pocklington | 111 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cross Keys | 89 Market Street, Pocklington | 32 yd | |
| JJs Cafe Pub and Wine Bar | 63 Market Street, Pocklington | 32 yd | |
| Stamfords | 12 Union Street, Pocklington | 43 yd | |
| United Services Club & Institute | 1 Waterloo Lane, Pocklington | 111 yd | |
| The Stumble Inn | 29 Union Street, Pocklington | 122 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vita | 78 Market Street, Pocklington | 11 yd | |
| Motto Pizza & Grill | 58 Market Street, Pocklington | 50 yd | |
| Stuarts of Driffield | 4 Pavement, Pocklington | 224 yd | |
| Fui Sing Chinese Takeaway | 3 George Street, Pocklington | 274 yd | |
| The Fresh Food Company Limited | Grape Lane, Pocklington | 279 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 63 Market Street, Pocklington | 32 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Robertson Close, Pocklington | 441 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Limb Road, Pocklington | 502 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pocklington Rufc (Feathers Field/Burnby Lane) BURNBY LANE | grass pitches | 260 yd |
| Francis Scaife Sports Centre BURNBY LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 472 yd |
| Pocklington School WEST GREEN | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 553 yd |
| Pocklington Cricket Club BURNBY LANE | grass pitches | 745 yd |
| Woldgate School And Sixth Form College KILNWICK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 844 yd |
| Pocklington Town Football Club THE BALK | grass pitches | 930 yd |
| Pocklington Tennis Club West Green | tennis courts | 932 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 | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.