Postcode Analysis Harrogate, Yorkshire and The Humber

HG4 1AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HG4 1AJ.

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Population

303

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 39,000 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HG4 1AJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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8/10
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4/10
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7/10
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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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Area Character

HG4 1AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 76% 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.

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

HG4 1AJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.8km from Camp Close in Ripon. Administratively it sits within Ripon Minster & Moorside ward and the Skipton and Ripon constituency.

For families considering a move, HG4 1AJ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for HG4 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00141102 (shared with 10 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 HG4 1AJ. The average age is 49.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

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

HG4 1AJ has low crime rates — 15 incidents 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 offences5
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary2
Other theft2
Shoplifting2

school Local Schools

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Ripon Cathedral Church of England Primary School

Good209 pupils0.8 km
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Outwood Primary Academy Greystone

Good151 pupils1.3 km
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Moorside Primary School & Nursery

Good172 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Farmison & Co0.9 km
  • McColl's0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Navigation Inn0.8 km
  • The Water Rat0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Food Of Zeus Limited0.9 km
  • W I Office0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Bondgate Fisheries0.9 km
  • Southgate Fisheries0.9 km
  • The Forge Sandwich Shop Ltd0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knaresborough13.6 km
  • Thirsk14.1 km
  • Starbeck14.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Skelldale Caravan Park0.1 km
  • Skelldale Caravan Park0.2 km
  • Firs Avenue0.5 km
  • Firs Avenue0.5 km