Postcode Analysis Harrogate, Yorkshire and The Humber

BACK UNITY GROVE, HG1 2AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BACK UNITY GROVE, HG1 2AL.

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Population

249

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 37,000 /yr

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Employed

66%

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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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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9/10
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5/10
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7/10
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10/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

HG1 2AL is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £322k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

HG1 2AL is a safe, established residential area on Back Unity Grove, 0.7km from New Park in Harrogate. Administratively it sits within Coppice Valley & Duchy ward and the Harrogate and Knaresborough constituency.

For families considering a move, HG1 2AL represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £322k.

Census 2021 statistics for HG1 2AL are sourced from Output Area E00141026 (shared with 7 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 2AL. The average age is 37.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.7%
Asian / British Asian3.6%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

66%Active
FT: 47%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 322,500

1 sales · Mean £ 322,500

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

HG1 2AL has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences86
Shoplifting79
Anti-social behaviour60
Other theft25
Criminal damage and arson20

school Local Schools

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Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School

Good323 pupils0.2 km
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Coppice Valley Primary School

Good201 pupils0.4 km
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Harrogate, Grove Road Community Primary School

Good293 pupils0.4 km
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Springwell Harrogate

Good11 pupils0.4 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Harrogate, A Voluntary Academy

Good192 pupils0.4 km
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Richard Taylor Church of England Primary School

Good275 pupils0.5 km
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New Park Primary Academy

Good178 pupils0.8 km
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St Robert's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Outstanding279 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Costcutter0.4 km
  • Cracovia Deli0.1 km
  • Jennyfield Self Service Station0.8 km
  • Korner Kabin0.7 km
  • Mamma Amelia Ltd0.2 km
  • + 25 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Lilypad0.2 km
  • Devonshire Tap House0.9 km
  • The Knox0.9 km
  • Christie's1.0 km
  • Cold Bath Brewing0.9 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

25 nearby
  • Pink Door0.2 km
  • Santar Deli0.2 km
  • Gather & Stow0.1 km
  • On a Roll0.3 km
  • Westmoreland Coffee Lounge0.9 km
  • + 20 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

28 nearby
  • Dougies Fish & Chips0.5 km
  • Golden Harvest0.6 km
  • Jennys Fish & Chips No 2 Ltd0.4 km
  • Kushi Tandoori0.2 km
  • Masala Takeaway0.9 km
  • + 23 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Asda0.9 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • Co-op Food0.2 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

17 nearby
  • Acomb Lodge0.7 km
  • Geminian0.8 km
  • The Franklin0.8 km
  • Alexandra Court0.7 km
  • Arden House0.6 km
  • + 12 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Harrogate1.3 km
  • Starbeck2.5 km
  • Hornbeam Park2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Kings Road Post Office0.1 km
  • Kings Road Post Office0.1 km
  • King Edward Dr Top0.1 km
  • Roberts Crescent0.2 km
  • King Edwards Dr Top0.2 km