YO42 2GL is a sought-after residential area on Browning Road, 0.6km from Pocklington in Pocklington. Administratively it sits within Pocklington Provincial ward and the East Yorkshire constituency.
For serious buyers, YO42 2GL is a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 75% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £223k, up 13.6% 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 2GL are sourced from Output Area E00065866 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROWNING ROAD, YO42 2GL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROWNING ROAD, YO42 2GL.
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£ 45,400 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO42 2GL 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, YO42 2GL combines high owner-occupation (75%), strong property values (£223k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £223k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 13.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO42 2GL. The average age is 38.9. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 242,500
4 sales · Mean £ 239,987
Semi-Detached
£ 190,000
12 sales · Mean £ 190,500
Terraced
£ 198,750
4 sales · Mean £ 197,375
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO42 2GL has low crime rates — 16 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
Pocklington Junior School
St Mary & St Joseph Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
Pocklington Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant School
Woldgate School and Sixth Form College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Burnby Hall Gardens0.4 km
- I Love Zero Limited0.7 km
- Peppercorn0.5 km
- Sue Ryder Foundation0.5 km
- The Peoples Pantry0.7 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Feathers Hotel0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- JJs Cafe Pub and Wine Bar0.7 km
- Pocklington Sports Social Club0.3 km
- Stewart Bowling Club0.6 km
- The Black Bull0.5 km
- The Market Tap0.5 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Bengal Lounge0.5 km
- Costa Coffee0.5 km
- Green House Cafe0.5 km
- Jack's Restaurant0.5 km
- Lilly Pad0.4 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd.0.3 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- Co-operative Group0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Bella Vita0.7 km
- Motto Pizza & Grill0.7 km
- Pizza Delight Pocklington1.0 km
- Railway Street Fisheries0.5 km
- Fui Sing Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Howden18.7 km
- Eastrington19.0 km
- Wressle19.4 km
Bus Stops
- Pocklington Amos Drive0.1 km
- Pocklington Broad Manor0.2 km
- Pocklington West Green0.3 km
- Pocklington West Green0.3 km
- Pocklington The Balk0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: YO422GL · Data under Open Government Licence