Postcode Analysis East Riding of Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber

DESMOND AVENUE, HU18 1AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DESMOND AVENUE, HU18 1AF.

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Population

325

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 33,500 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HU18 1AF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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5/10
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6/10
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2/10
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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

HU18 1AF is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

HU18 1AF is a safe, established residential area on Desmond Avenue, 0.3km from The Oval in Hornsea. Administratively it sits within North Holderness ward and the Beverley and Holderness constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £125k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for HU18 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00065831 (shared with 11 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 HU18 1AF. The average age is 45.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 110,000

13 sales · Mean £ 124,000

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

HU18 1AF has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences43
Public order18
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson10
Shoplifting6

school Local Schools

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Hornsea Nursery School

Outstanding94 pupils0.1 km
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Hornsea Community Primary School

Good555 pupils0.3 km
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Hornsea School and Language College

Good1167 pupils0.4 km
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Hornsea Burton Primary School

Good65 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Bucket and Spade0.8 km
  • Cooplands0.3 km
  • Countdown0.1 km
  • Family Choice0.9 km
  • Greenway Food and Wine0.8 km
  • + 12 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Admiralty Guest House0.8 km
  • Albert & Victoria0.9 km
  • Ashburnham Guest House0.9 km
  • Beachside B&B0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Alexandra Lodge0.5 km
  • Hornsea Ex Servicemen's Club0.1 km
  • Marine Hotel0.8 km
  • New Inn0.2 km
  • Rose and Crown0.2 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

23 nearby
  • Bay Tree Kitchen0.1 km
  • Bemora0.1 km
  • Cafe Chocolat0.1 km
  • Cafe Eden0.2 km
  • Five Bites0.2 km
  • + 18 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-op0.1 km
  • Tesco Store Ltd0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Chip 'n' Gails0.6 km
  • J B's Fish Bar0.9 km
  • MAA Restaurant0.2 km
  • Newbegin Take Away0.3 km
  • Pizza House0.1 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Arram17.0 km
  • Hutton Cranswick17.9 km
  • Nafferton18.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Hornsea Newbegin0.1 km
  • Hornsea Newbegin0.1 km
  • Hornsea Southgate0.2 km
  • Hornsea Southgate0.2 km
  • Hornsea Market Place0.2 km