HG5 0AR is a safe, established residential area on Princess Grove, 0.5km from Stockwell Lane in Knaresborough. Administratively it sits within Knaresborough East ward and the Harrogate and Knaresborough constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £287k.
Census 2021 statistics for HG5 0AR are sourced from Output Area E00140918 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRINCESS GROVE, HG5 0AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRINCESS GROVE, HG5 0AR.
280
45
£ 37,400 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates HG5 0AR — age 45, 74% ownership, 24% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HG5 0AR. The average age is 44.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 283,500
6 sales · Mean £ 291,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HG5 0AR has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Aspin Park Academy
King James's School
The Forest School
Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School
Meadowside Academy
St Mary's Primary School Knaresborough, A Voluntary Catholic Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- The Advent Catering Group0.8 km
- Costa Coffee0.6 km
- Age UK Knaresborough & District0.9 km
- Cafe di Lucca0.8 km
- Caffe Nero0.8 km
- + 24 more
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- Brymor0.8 km
- Castle Court Sweets0.7 km
- Castle Creamery0.8 km
- Farm Dairy0.8 km
- + 14 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Newton House0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- Blind Jacks0.8 km
- Blind Jacks Ltd0.8 km
- Knaresborough Masonic Lodge Club0.6 km
- Marquis of Granby0.5 km
- Six Poor Folk0.8 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
- Co-op0.6 km
- Lidl0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Aakash Balti0.8 km
- Aragon Fisheries0.5 km
- Cave & Castle0.8 km
- Lawai Spice0.8 km
- New Taste0.8 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Knaresborough1.0 km
- Starbeck3.1 km
- Hornbeam Park5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Princess Drive0.2 km
- Princess Drive0.2 km
- Kings Road0.2 km
- Chain Lane0.2 km
- Princess Terrace0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HG50AR · Data under Open Government Licence