Postcode Analysis East Riding of Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber

CANAL HEAD, YO42 1NW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CANAL HEAD, YO42 1NW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

396

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 45,400 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: YO42 1NW 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.

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10/10
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10/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, YO42 1NW combines high owner-occupation (89%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

YO42 1NW is a sought-after residential area on Canal Head, 0.1km from Canal Head in Pocklington. Administratively it sits within Pocklington Provincial ward and the East Yorkshire constituency.

For serious buyers, YO42 1NW is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for YO42 1NW are sourced from Output Area E00185524 (shared with 27 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO42 1NW. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

YO42 1NW has low crime rates — 5 incidents 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.

Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Pocklington KFC0.9 km
  • The Old Forge Tea Rooms0.0 km
  • Starbucks0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Pocklington Service Station0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Howden17.7 km
  • Eastrington18.1 km
  • Wressle18.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Pocklington Canal Head0.0 km
  • Pocklington Canal Head0.1 km