HG5 0BP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.2km from Knaresborough in Knaresborough. Administratively it sits within Knaresborough West ward and the Harrogate and Knaresborough constituency.
For families considering a move, HG5 0BP represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for HG5 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00140916 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HG5 0BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HG5 0BP.
258
52
£ 37,400 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HG5 0BP represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 59% owner-occupation and average age 52, HG5 0BP has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HG5 0BP. The average age is 51.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around HG5 0BP is moderate at 54 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.
school Local Schools
Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School
King James's School
The Forest School
St Mary's Primary School Knaresborough, A Voluntary Catholic Academy
Meadowside Academy
Aspin Park Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Dawn Till Dusk0.8 km
- Premier Food News & Wine0.7 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
- Brymor0.3 km
- Castle Court Sweets0.3 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- The Advent Catering Group0.6 km
- Costa Coffee0.2 km
- Age UK Knaresborough & District0.4 km
- Cafe di Lucca0.3 km
- Caffe Nero0.3 km
- + 26 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Barny Bakes0.7 km
- J R's Yorkshire Fish & Chips0.8 km
- Tasty House0.7 km
- Aakash Balti0.3 km
- Aragon Fisheries0.3 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Dower House Hotel0.7 km
- Newton House0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Blind Jacks0.3 km
- Blind Jacks Ltd0.3 km
- Knaresborough Masonic Lodge Club0.2 km
- Marquis of Granby0.2 km
- Six Poor Folk0.3 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.2 km
- Lidl0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Knaresborough0.5 km
- Starbeck2.7 km
- Harrogate5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Castle School0.1 km
- Manor Court0.1 km
- Castle School0.1 km
- Manor Court0.1 km
- Charlton Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HG50BP · Data under Open Government Licence