HU5 5GB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Heather Close, 1.1km from East Ella in Kingston upon Hull. Administratively it sits within Boothferry ward and the Kingston upon Hull West and Hessle constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £210k.
Census 2021 statistics for HU5 5GB are sourced from Output Area E00064441 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEATHER CLOSE, HU5 5GB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEATHER CLOSE, HU5 5GB.
246
37
£ 32,600 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates HU5 5GB — age 37, 73% ownership, 24% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HU5 5GB. The average age is 37.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 210,000
1 sales · Mean £ 210,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HU5 5GB has low crime rates — 22 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.
school Local Schools
Priory Primary School
Ainthorpe Primary School
Appleton Primary School
Wold Academy
Kelvin Hall School
Eastfield Primary School
Acre Heads Primary School
Bricknell Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Londis / BP0.8 km
- Spring Bank Convenience0.9 km
- Brocklehurst Chemist Ltd0.9 km
- Cooplands0.8 km
- Go Local0.9 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Hastings Hotel0.7 km
- The Manor Farm0.8 km
- Manor Club0.9 km
- The Abbey Hotel0.8 km
- The Odd Bottle0.9 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Heron Foods0.7 km
- Budgens0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Blossom Chinese0.9 km
- House of Pizza0.9 km
- Mrs Hartley's Hot & Cold Food0.7 km
- Papasito0.7 km
- Spice Tandoori0.7 km
- + 17 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Big Fun1.0 km
- One Stop Golf0.8 km
- Taj Tandoori0.7 km
- Alachi0.9 km
- Cafe Two -0- One1.0 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cottingham3.0 km
- Hull3.6 km
- Hessle5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Church of the Ascension0.1 km
- Church Of The Ascension0.1 km
- Lowdale Close0.2 km
- Scalby Grove0.2 km
- Shropshire Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: HU55GB · Data under Open Government Licence