Is HG1 3AG a safe place to live?

Yes, HG1 3AG is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 23 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in HG1 3AG?

The average property price in HG1 3AG is currently around £253k.

What is the population of HG1 3AG?

The population for the HG1 3AG area is approximately 300 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Harrogate, Yorkshire and The Humber

ST JOHNS DRIVE, HG1 3AG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST JOHNS DRIVE, HG1 3AG.

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Population

300

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,000 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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.

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7/10

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9/10

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7/10

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8/10

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3/10

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4/10

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9/10

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8/10

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4/10

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Area Character

HG1 3AG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 5.1% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

HG1 3AG is a sought-after residential area on St Johns Drive, 0.1km from Red Cat Hill in Harrogate. Administratively it sits within Bilton Grange & New Park ward and the Harrogate and Knaresborough constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in HG1, HG1 3AG offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 81% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £253k, down 5.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for HG1 3AG are sourced from Output Area E00140765 (shared with 4 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 3AG. The average age is 45.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

54%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 245,000

17 sales · Mean £ 241,764

Terraced

£ 275,000

1 sales · Mean £ 275,000

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

HG1 3AG has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting52

Violence and sexual offences36

Anti-social behaviour22

Criminal damage and arson12

Other theft7

school Local Schools

Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School

Good323 pupils0.3 km

Richard Taylor Church of England Primary School

Good275 pupils0.4 km

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Harrogate, A Voluntary Academy

Good192 pupils0.5 km

Coppice Valley Primary School

Good201 pupils0.5 km

New Park Primary Academy

Good178 pupils0.6 km

Harrogate, Grove Road Community Primary School

Good293 pupils1.0 km

Springwell Harrogate

Good11 pupils1.0 km

Saltergate Infant School

Good190 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

19 nearby

Costcutter0.4 km
Cracovia Deli0.7 km
Jennyfield Self Service Station0.7 km
Korner Kabin0.6 km
Mamma Amelia Ltd0.8 km
+ 14 more

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby

Lilypad0.8 km
The Knox0.3 km
Bilton Cricket Club0.8 km
Bilton Working Mens Club0.6 km
The Claro Beagle0.8 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby

Pink Door0.8 km
Santar Deli0.8 km
Gather & Stow0.7 km
On a Roll0.5 km
Cafe Mamma Amelia0.8 km
+ 1 more

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

17 nearby

Dougies Fish & Chips0.6 km
Golden Harvest0.1 km
Jennys Fish & Chips No 2 Ltd0.4 km
Kushi Tandoori0.8 km
Masala Takeaway0.7 km
+ 12 more

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Supermarkets

4 nearby

Co-op0.6 km
Co-op0.7 km
Co-op Food0.4 km
Aldi0.9 km

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Ascot House Hotel0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Harrogate1.9 km
Starbeck2.8 km
Hornbeam Park3.3 km

Bus Stops

Hill Top Close0.1 km
Hill Top Crescent0.1 km
Hill Top Crescent0.2 km
Hill Top Close0.2 km
Post Office0.2 km