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.
ETHEL CRESCENT, HG5 0DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ETHEL CRESCENT, HG5 0DJ.
346
44
£ 37,400 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
The Forest School
Meadowside Academy
Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School
King James's School
Aspin Park Academy
St Mary's Primary School Knaresborough, A Voluntary Catholic Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
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, 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
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, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Newton House0.6 km
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
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
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Postcode Profile: HG50DJ · Data under Open Government Licence