YO42 2FS is a sought-after residential area on Overend Avenue, 1.0km from Canal Head in Pocklington. Administratively it sits within Pocklington Provincial ward and the East Yorkshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in YO42, YO42 2FS offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 32 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 70% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £261k, up 48.1% year-on-year. 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 2FS are sourced from Output Area E00185499 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OVEREND AVENUE, YO42 2FS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OVEREND AVENUE, YO42 2FS.
335
32
£ 45,400 /yr
54%
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. YO42 2FS's low deprivation rank, 70% ownership, and £261k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 48.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO42 2FS. The average age is 31.8. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 315,000
32 sales · Mean £ 320,212
Terraced
£ 172,725
6 sales · Mean £ 179,316
Semi-Detached
£ 215,000
19 sales · Mean £ 214,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO42 2FS has low crime rates — 14 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
Woldgate School and Sixth Form College
Pocklington Junior School
St Mary & St Joseph Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
Pocklington Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Burnby Hall Gardens0.8 km
- The Peoples Pantry1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Pocklington Sports Social Club0.6 km
- Stewart Bowling Club0.8 km
- Yorkway Motel1.0 km
- Pocklington Cricket Club0.7 km
- Pocklington RUFC1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Lilly Pad0.8 km
- The Old Forge Tea Rooms0.9 km
- Paul Freeman-Hacker1.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd.0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Howden18.4 km
- Eastrington18.5 km
- Wressle19.2 km
Bus Stops
- The Balk Pocklington0.2 km
- The Balk Pocklington0.2 km
- Pocklington Broad Manor0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: YO422FS · Data under Open Government Licence