Postcode Analysis Harrogate, Yorkshire and The Humber

COMMERCIAL STREET, HG1 1AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COMMERCIAL STREET, HG1 1AX.

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Population

305

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /yr

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Employed

70%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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1/10
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10/10
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9/10
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9/10
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7/10
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10/10
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2/10
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2/10
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Area Character

HG1 1AX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 36, 32% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £160k. Property prices are trending up 7.9% year-on-year.

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

HG1 1AX is an active urban area on Commercial Street, 0.3km from Harrogate in Harrogate. Administratively it sits within Valley Gardens & Central Harrogate ward and the Harrogate and Knaresborough constituency.

For renters and young professionals, HG1 1AX offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 139 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 7.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for HG1 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00140975 (shared with 45 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 HG1 1AX. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.8%
Asian / British Asian5.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

70%Active
FT: 50%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 153,000

10 sales · Mean £ 148,300

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around HG1 1AX is above average at 139 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.

Violence and sexual offences259
Anti-social behaviour199
Shoplifting108
Other theft50
Public order47

school Local Schools

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St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Good268 pupils0.7 km
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Springwell Harrogate

Good11 pupils0.7 km
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Harrogate, Grove Road Community Primary School

Good293 pupils0.7 km
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Western Primary School

Outstanding494 pupils0.7 km
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Coppice Valley Primary School

Good201 pupils1.0 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Harrogate, A Voluntary Academy

Good192 pupils1.1 km
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Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School

Good323 pupils1.2 km
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Harrogate High School

Good693 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

45 nearby
  • Cracovia Deli0.9 km
  • Mamma Amelia Ltd0.7 km
  • Slimming World (Franchise)0.9 km
  • Jarfull Ltd0.2 km
  • Kings Convenience Store0.7 km
  • + 40 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

28 nearby
  • Lilypad0.7 km
  • Devonshire Tap House0.7 km
  • 17 Miles0.6 km
  • Harrogate Masonic Hall0.5 km
  • Harrogate Tap0.3 km
  • + 23 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

143 nearby
  • Pink Door0.7 km
  • Santar Deli0.7 km
  • Gather & Stow0.9 km
  • Westmoreland Coffee Lounge0.6 km
  • Bettys Tea Rooms0.4 km
  • + 138 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

26 nearby
  • Kushi Tandoori0.7 km
  • Pizzaficio0.7 km
  • The Pantry At Windsor House0.8 km
  • Adams Balti & Pizza0.6 km
  • Deli Bar0.7 km
  • + 21 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Asda0.2 km
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • Waitrose Limited0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

29 nearby
  • The Crown Hotel0.5 km
  • The Dales Guest House0.9 km
  • The Yorkshire Hotel0.4 km
  • Travelodge0.7 km
  • Alexandra Court0.2 km
  • + 24 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Harrogate0.4 km
  • Hornbeam Park1.9 km
  • Starbeck2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Hgte Bus Stn Entr0.1 km
  • Hgte Bus Stn Entr0.1 km
  • Hgte Bus Stn Entr0.1 km
  • Bus Station0.1 km
  • Hgte Bus Stn Stand 130.1 km