HU18 1BA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Back Southgate, 0.4km from The Oval in Hornsea. Administratively it sits within North Holderness ward and the Beverley and Holderness constituency.
For families considering a move, HU18 1BA represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £191k, up 13.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for HU18 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00065827 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BACK SOUTHGATE, HU18 1BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BACK SOUTHGATE, HU18 1BA.
317
50
£ 33,500 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates HU18 1BA — age 50, 73% ownership, 18% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 13.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HU18 1BA. The average age is 50.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 245,000
2 sales · Mean £ 245,000
Terraced
£ 123,500
6 sales · Mean £ 125,000
Semi-Detached
£ 164,250
2 sales · Mean £ 164,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HU18 1BA has low crime rates — 32 incidents 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
Hornsea Nursery School
Hornsea Community Primary School
Hornsea School and Language College
Hornsea Burton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Bucket and Spade0.9 km
- Cooplands0.4 km
- Countdown0.1 km
- Family Choice1.0 km
- Greenway Food and Wine0.7 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Admiralty Guest House0.9 km
- Albert & Victoria1.0 km
- Ashburnham Guest House1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Alexandra Lodge0.6 km
- Hornsea Ex Servicemen's Club0.0 km
- Marine Hotel0.9 km
- New Inn0.2 km
- Rose and Crown0.2 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- Bay Tree Kitchen0.2 km
- Bemora0.2 km
- Cafe Chocolat0.2 km
- Cafe Eden0.1 km
- Five Bites0.3 km
- + 18 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.2 km
- Tesco Store Ltd0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Chip 'n' Gails0.7 km
- J B's Fish Bar0.9 km
- MAA Restaurant0.2 km
- Newbegin Take Away0.4 km
- Pizza House0.1 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Arram16.9 km
- Hutton Cranswick17.8 km
- Nafferton18.1 km
Bus Stops
- Hornsea Southgate0.1 km
- Hornsea Newbegin0.1 km
- Hornsea Southgate0.1 km
- Hornsea Market Place0.2 km
- Hornsea Market Place0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HU181BA · Data under Open Government Licence