The Balk is in Slingsby, York and in North Yorkshire district. YO62 4AQ is located in the Amotherby & Ampleforth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thirsk and Malton. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Balk, Slingsby, York, YO62 4AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO62 4AP, YO62 4AR, YO62 4BQ, YO62 4AZ, YO62 4AJ, YO62 4BP, YO62 4AA, YO62 4AH, YO62 4AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO62 4AQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 51.5% | 52.2% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 48.5% | 47.8% | -0.7% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of YO62 4AQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.8% 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 | 18.3% | 22.2% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.4% | 52.8% | -8.6% | 44.2% | 8.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 10.3% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 13.9% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 7.8% |
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 | 44.8% | 40.4% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 40.4% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 6.8% |
| Fair health | 16% | 16.1% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 2.1% | -3.4% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 16.3% | -9.8% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 7.5% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 14.3% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.7% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 16.7% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 35.3% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 1.5% |
| Other | 4.7% | 3.2% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 99.3% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 98.5% | 95.7% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 97.7% | 95.7% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.2% | 37.2% | -14.0% |
| Christian | 68.9% | 46.2% | 22.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Balk was 17.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.2% lower than the Amotherby & Ampleforth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Balk has the 14th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Amotherby & Ampleforth and the 400th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lodge The Balk, York, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2023-10-05 | £377,775 |
| Oxleas The Balk, York, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2022-02-01 | £277,019 |
| Croft Dene The Balk, York, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2016-10-20 | £500,364 |
| Croft Dene The Balk, York, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2006-07-04 | £509,538 |
| Dower House The Balk, York, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2004-04-15 | £727,144 |
YO62 4AQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
YO62 4AQ 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 retired residents living in YO62 4AQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slingsby Community Primary School The Green , Slingsby YO62 4AA | 3out of 4 | 45 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hovingham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Main Street , Hovingham YO62 4LF | 3out of 4 | 3,440 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Terrington Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School North Back Lane , Terrington YO60 6NS | 3out of 4 | 5,395 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terrington Hall School Terrington , York YO60 6PR | - not rated | 5,310 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grapes Inn | Slingsby, York | 385 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Slingsby Sports Field SLINGSBY SPORTS CLUB SLINGSBY SPORTS CLUB CHURCH LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 389 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.