HU16 5JF is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Castle Road, 0.9km from Southwood in Cottingham. Administratively it sits within Cottingham South ward and the Haltemprice and Howden constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. An average age of 28 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 65 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £530k.
Census 2021 statistics for HU16 5JF are sourced from Output Area E00185487 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CASTLE ROAD, HU16 5JF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE ROAD, HU16 5JF.
613
28
£ 49,600 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HU16 5JF 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HU16 5JF combines high owner-occupation (77%), strong property values (£530k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £530k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HU16 5JF. The average age is 28.3. 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: Youthful and energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 328,495
18 sales · Mean £ 369,690
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around HU16 5JF is moderate at 65 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Westfield Primary School
Bacon Garth Primary School
Cottingham High School and Sixth Form College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Cafe Alfresco at Worklink1.0 km
- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- Nightingales Restaurant0.3 km
- The Courtyard Cafe0.3 km
- Total Fitness Cafe Bar0.9 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Euro Garages Ltd1.0 km
- Premier Local Castle Park Convenience0.4 km
- Willerby Asda on the Move0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Toby Carvery Willerby1.0 km
- New Hilltop Recreation Club0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Burger King0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cottingham2.3 km
- Hessle6.5 km
- Hull7.2 km
Bus Stops
- Cottingham Castle Road0.0 km
- Cottingham Castle Road0.1 km
- Cottingham Castle Road0.1 km
- Castle Hill Hospital0.2 km
- Castle Hill Hospital0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: HU165JF · Data under Open Government Licence