Postcode Analysis Harrogate, Yorkshire and The Humber

PRINCESS TERRACE, HG5 0AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRINCESS TERRACE, HG5 0AY.

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Population

280

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 37,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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10/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. HG5 0AY spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 7.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

HG5 0AY is a safe, established residential area on Princess Terrace, 0.4km from Stockwell Lane in Knaresborough. Administratively it sits within Knaresborough East ward and the Harrogate and Knaresborough constituency.

For families considering a move, HG5 0AY represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £186k, down 7.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for HG5 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00140918 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HG5 0AY. 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

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Terraced

£ 170,000

9 sales · Mean £ 173,722

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

HG5 0AY has low crime rates — 37 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.

Violence and sexual offences88
Anti-social behaviour33
Criminal damage and arson14
Public order7
Burglary6

school Local Schools

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The Forest School

Outstanding140 pupils0.4 km
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Aspin Park Academy

Outstanding409 pupils0.6 km
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Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School

Good326 pupils0.6 km
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King James's School

Good1575 pupils0.6 km
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Meadowside Academy

Outstanding210 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary's Primary School Knaresborough, A Voluntary Catholic Academy

Good190 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Premier Food News & Wine0.9 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
  • Brymor0.8 km
  • Castle Court Sweets0.8 km
  • Castle Creamery0.8 km
  • + 15 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

25 nearby
  • The Advent Catering Group0.7 km
  • Costa Coffee0.7 km
  • Age UK Knaresborough & District1.0 km
  • Cafe di Lucca0.8 km
  • Caffe Nero0.8 km
  • + 20 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Barny Bakes0.9 km
  • Tasty House0.9 km
  • Aakash Balti0.9 km
  • Aragon Fisheries0.6 km
  • Cave & Castle0.8 km
  • + 11 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Newton House0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Blind Jacks0.8 km
  • Blind Jacks Ltd0.8 km
  • Knaresborough Masonic Lodge Club0.6 km
  • Marquis of Granby0.6 km
  • Six Poor Folk0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Co-op0.8 km
  • Lidl0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knaresborough1.0 km
  • Starbeck3.2 km
  • Hornbeam Park5.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Kings Road0.0 km
  • Princess Terrace0.0 km
  • Chain Lane0.0 km
  • Manor Crescent0.2 km
  • Manor Crescent0.2 km