Postcode Analysis Harrogate, Yorkshire and The Humber

MAYFIELD GROVE, HG5 0BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAYFIELD GROVE, HG5 0BA.

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Population

308

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 52,300 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HG5 0BA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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3/10
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9/10
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8/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. HG5 0BA's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £275k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

HG5 0BA is a sought-after residential area on Mayfield Grove, 0.4km from Stockwell Lane in Knaresborough. Administratively it sits within Knaresborough East ward and the Harrogate and Knaresborough constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in HG5, HG5 0BA offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £275k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for HG5 0BA are sourced from Output Area E00140907 (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 0BA. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.1%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 275,000

2 sales · Mean £ 275,000

Semi-Detached

£ 355,000

1 sales · Mean £ 355,000

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

HG5 0BA has low crime rates — 35 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 offences81
Anti-social behaviour35
Criminal damage and arson13
Burglary6
Other crime6

school Local Schools

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The Forest School

Outstanding140 pupils0.3 km
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Meadowside Academy

Outstanding210 pupils0.6 km
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Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School

Good326 pupils0.6 km
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Aspin Park Academy

Outstanding409 pupils0.6 km
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King James's School

Good1575 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

19 nearby
  • Premier Food News & Wine0.9 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
  • Brymor0.9 km
  • Castle Court Sweets0.8 km
  • Castle Creamery0.8 km
  • + 14 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

23 nearby
  • The Advent Catering Group0.6 km
  • Costa Coffee0.7 km
  • Age UK Knaresborough & District1.0 km
  • Cafe di Lucca0.9 km
  • Caffe Nero0.8 km
  • + 18 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Barny Bakes0.9 km
  • Tasty House0.9 km
  • Aakash Balti0.9 km
  • Aragon Fisheries0.7 km
  • Cave & Castle0.9 km
  • + 11 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Newton House0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Blind Jacks0.9 km
  • Blind Jacks Ltd0.9 km
  • Knaresborough Masonic Lodge Club0.7 km
  • Marquis of Granby0.6 km
  • Six Poor Folk0.9 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Co-op0.9 km
  • Lidl0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knaresborough1.1 km
  • Starbeck3.3 km
  • Hornbeam Park5.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Princess Terrace0.1 km
  • Chain Lane0.1 km
  • Kings Road0.1 km
  • Manor Crescent0.1 km
  • Manor Crescent0.2 km