YO26 4QU is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Holgate in York. Administratively it sits within Holgate ward and the York Central constituency.
This is a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for YO26 4QU are sourced from Output Area E00067606 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
YO26 4QU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YO26 4QU.
259
37
£ 40,300 /yr
69%
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
YO26 4QU is an established family neighbourhood — 51% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. 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 YO26 4QU. The average age is 36.8. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO26 4QU has low crime rates — 38 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
Poppleton Road Primary School
Acomb Primary School
Saint Barnabas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
St Paul's Nursery School
St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy
Carr Infant School
Carr Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Corking Food and Wines0.4 km
- Khangura Stores0.1 km
- One Stop0.6 km
- Premier0.6 km
- The One Stop Shop0.4 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Poppleton Road Working Mens Club0.2 km
- Fox Inn0.8 km
- Leeman Hotel/Cafe Leemo0.4 km
- The Ainsty0.6 km
- Severus Social Club (Acomb)0.9 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Rocco’s0.1 km
- York Tasty House0.5 km
- Happy Chef0.6 km
- Papa Johns0.8 km
- Zeera Spice0.5 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Brunch Time0.1 km
- Goodwill Community Cafe0.8 km
- Pastelle Kitchen & Events0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op Late Shop0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- York1.3 km
- Poppleton2.9 km
- Hammerton11.9 km
Bus Stops
- Grantham Drive0.1 km
- Grantham Drive0.2 km
- Grantham Drive0.2 km
- Grantham Drive0.2 km
- Seldon Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: YO264QU · Data under Open Government Licence