YO24 3DW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Front Street, 0.3km from Acomb in York. Administratively it sits within Westfield ward and the York Central constituency.
For families considering a move, YO24 3DW represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 68 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £120k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 8.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for YO24 3DW are sourced from Output Area E00067886 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FRONT STREET, YO24 3DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FRONT STREET, YO24 3DW.
247
48
£ 40,300 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO24 3DW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
YO24 3DW is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 48 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 8.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO24 3DW. The average age is 47.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 115,000
42 sales · Mean £ 119,710
Semi-Detached
£ 140,000
1 sales · Mean £ 140,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around YO24 3DW is moderate at 68 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
York High School
Hob Moor Community Primary Academy
Hob Moor Oaks Academy
Westfield Primary Community School
Acomb Primary School
Carr Junior School
Carr Infant School
Poppleton Road Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-op Late Shop1.0 km
- Co-op Late Shop0.6 km
- Freshgos0.7 km
- Morrisons0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Papa Johns0.4 km
- Zeera Spice0.8 km
- Magic Rainbow Takeaway0.9 km
- Acomb Mega Chippy0.9 km
- Belly Buster0.7 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
27 nearby- Price Crunch1.0 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
- Sweet Freaks York0.5 km
- Cornlands Road News0.9 km
- Louise's Sweet Station0.8 km
- + 22 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- The Clock House0.5 km
- Acomb W.M.C & Institute0.1 km
- King William0.6 km
- Marcia Grey0.2 km
- Severus Social Club (Acomb)0.4 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Lunch Box Street Food0.9 km
- Goodwill Community Cafe1.0 km
- Laughing Llama Coffee & Bistro0.2 km
- Brunches0.7 km
- Explore Acomb Library Cafe0.1 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- York2.3 km
- Poppleton2.8 km
- Hammerton11.2 km
Bus Stops
- Acomb Church Hall0.1 km
- Acomb Library0.1 km
- Acomb Methodist Church0.2 km
- Green Lane0.2 km
- Green Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: YO243DW · Data under Open Government Licence