Postcode Analysis Harrogate, Yorkshire and The Humber

ETHEL CRESCENT, HG5 0DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ETHEL CRESCENT, HG5 0DJ.

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Population

346

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 37,400 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. HG5 0DJ's 69% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

HG5 0DJ is a safe, established residential area on Ethel Crescent, 0.2km from Stockwell Lane in Knaresborough. Administratively it sits within Knaresborough East ward and the Harrogate and Knaresborough constituency.

For families considering a move, HG5 0DJ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £276k.

Census 2021 statistics for HG5 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00140906 (shared with 9 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 0DJ. The average age is 44.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 295,000

3 sales · Mean £ 300,666

Detached

£ 260,000

1 sales · Mean £ 260,000

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

HG5 0DJ has low crime rates — 40 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 offences105
Anti-social behaviour34
Criminal damage and arson23
Burglary7
Vehicle crime7

school Local Schools

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The Forest School

Outstanding140 pupils0.2 km
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Meadowside Academy

Outstanding210 pupils0.4 km
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Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School

Good326 pupils0.5 km
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King James's School

Good1575 pupils0.8 km
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Aspin Park Academy

Outstanding409 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary's Primary School Knaresborough, A Voluntary Catholic Academy

Good190 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Dawn Till Dusk0.8 km
  • Premier Food News & Wine0.7 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
  • Brymor0.8 km
  • Castle Court Sweets0.7 km
  • + 16 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

25 nearby
  • The Advent Catering Group0.4 km
  • Costa Coffee0.6 km
  • Age UK Knaresborough & District0.9 km
  • Cafe di Lucca0.8 km
  • Caffe Nero0.7 km
  • + 20 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • Barny Bakes0.7 km
  • J R's Yorkshire Fish & Chips0.8 km
  • Tasty House0.7 km
  • Aakash Balti0.8 km
  • Aragon Fisheries0.7 km
  • + 12 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Newton House0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 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
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Lidl0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knaresborough0.9 km
  • Starbeck3.2 km
  • Harrogate5.7 km

Bus Stops

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