Is HU16 4BS a safe place to live?

Yes, HU16 4BS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 20 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of HU16 4BS?

The population for the HU16 4BS area is approximately 489 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis East Riding of Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber

HU16 4BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HU16 4BS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

489

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,000 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HU16 4BS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10

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9/10

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3/10

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7/10

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1/10

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8/10

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3/10

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9/10

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2/10

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Area Character

HU16 4BS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 90% 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 · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

HU16 4BS is a safe, established residential area within the HU16 district of East Riding of Yorkshire. Administratively it sits within Cottingham North ward and the Haltemprice and Howden constituency.

For families considering a move, HU16 4BS represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for HU16 4BS are sourced from Output Area E00065366 (shared with 26 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 HU16 4BS. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.5%

Asian / British Asian2.2%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

HU16 4BS has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour6

Violence and sexual offences4

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Cottingham1.8 km
Beverley5.1 km
Hull7.1 km