Percy Road is in Pocklington, York and in East Riding Of Yorkshire district. YO42 2LY 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 Percy Road, Pocklington, York, YO42 2LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO42 2WD, YO42 2LP, YO42 2JT, YO42 2LX, YO42 2NF, YO42 2LZ, YO42 2JZ, YO42 2JP, YO42 2JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO42 2LY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.6% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 49% | 48.4% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 30.9% | 38.7% | 7.8% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.3% | 39.6% | -7.7% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 10% | 8.4% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 9.3% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 42.1% | 44.6% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 31.7% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 18.3% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 2.5% | -3.4% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 YO42 2LY this area, 28.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 17.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.4% | 28.3% | -3.1% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 13.7% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 15.5% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6.6% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 15.5% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 17.3% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -16.5% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.1% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.2% | 98.6% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 96.2% | 98.2% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 98.2% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.7% | 76.7% | -11.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 33.9% | 13.5% | 20.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.1% | 37.2% | 13.9% |
| Christian | 46% | 46.2% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 1.4% | 6.0% | -4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Percy Road was 40.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.2% higher than the Pocklington Provincial average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Percy Road has the 14th highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Pocklington Provincial and the 537th highest crime rate of 1,117 local areas in East Riding of Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 32.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Percy Road, York, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-06-03 | £290,134 |
| 38 Percy Road, York, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £236,000 | 2019-09-24 | £304,431 |
| 44 Percy Road, York, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £193,000 | 2018-08-20 | £256,267 |
| 38 Percy Road, York, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2014-05-16 | £290,475 |
| 48 Percy Road, York, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2009-12-07 | £273,362 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary & St Joseph Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy Maxwell Road , YO42 2HE | 3out of 4 | 198 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pocklington Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant School Maxwell Road , YO42 2HE | 3out of 4 | 258 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pocklington Junior School 65 Kirkland Street , Pocklington YO42 2BX | 2out of 4 | 313 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barmby Moor Church of England Primary School Flat Lane , Barmby Moor YO42 4EQ | 3out of 4 | 3,052 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 | 761 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 | 678 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Freeman-Hacker | 1 Burnby Lane, Pocklington | 274 yd | |
| Market Street Cafe | 72-74 Market Street, Pocklington | 300 yd | |
| Whisk | 60 Market Street, Pocklington | 321 yd | |
| Beach House | 71-73 Market Street, Pocklington | 340 yd | |
| Sonali Indian Restaurant | 2-4 St Peters Square, Pocklington | 346 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stumble Inn | 29 Union Street, Pocklington | 225 yd | |
| Pocklington RUFC | 1 Burnby Lane, Pocklington | 274 yd | |
| Stamfords | 12 Union Street, Pocklington | 292 yd | |
| The Cross Keys | 89 Market Street, Pocklington | 340 yd | |
| JJs Cafe Pub and Wine Bar | 63 Market Street, Pocklington | 340 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Delight Pocklington | 86 Kilnwick Road, Pocklington | 141 yd | |
| Bella Vita | 78 Market Street, Pocklington | 300 yd | |
| Motto Pizza & Grill | 58 Market Street, Pocklington | 321 yd | |
| Stuarts of Driffield | 4 Pavement, Pocklington | 526 yd | |
| Railway Street Fisheries | 3-5 Railway Street, Pocklington | 560 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 63 Market Street, Pocklington | 340 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Limb Road, Pocklington | 626 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Robertson Close, Pocklington | 649 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pocklington Rufc (Feathers Field/Burnby Lane) BURNBY LANE | grass pitches | 185 yd |
| Francis Scaife Sports Centre BURNBY LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 438 yd |
| Woldgate School And Sixth Form College KILNWICK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 539 yd |
| Pocklington Cricket Club BURNBY LANE | grass pitches | 659 yd |
| Pocklington School WEST GREEN | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 855 yd |
| Pocklington Town Football Club THE BALK | grass pitches | 911 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 | 76.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 105.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 440 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 440 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 39 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.