HU6 7AF is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.6km from Newland Park in Kingston upon Hull. Administratively it sits within University ward and the Kingston upon Hull North constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of just 21, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 67% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for HU6 7AF are sourced from Output Area E00189226 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HU6 7AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HU6 7AF.
355
21
£ 40,000 /yr
4%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HU6 7AF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Very young, very high renting. At 21 years average age and 67% private renter occupancy, HU6 7AF is a classic student-to-graduate transition zone. Moderate crime and budget prices fit the student postcode profile well.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HU6 7AF. The average age is 21.3. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around HU6 7AF is moderate at 57 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Nicholas Primary School
Endsleigh Holy Child VC Academy
Newland St John's Church of England Academy
Sidmouth Primary School
St Mary's College, Voluntary Catholic Academy
Newland School for Girls
Endike Academy
St Vincent's Voluntary Catholic Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
40 nearby- Raymond Hall Pharmacy0.4 km
- AK Bubble Tea0.3 km
- Fairshare@ Sidmouth Primary School0.5 km
- Go Local (Key Stores)0.5 km
- Halfords0.9 km
- + 35 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Acorn Guest House0.6 km
- The Mayfair Hotel / The Bevvy0.9 km
- The Peoples Republic0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Cross Keys Hotel0.9 km
- Asylum, University House0.5 km
- Gardeners Arms0.3 km
- Our Lady of Lourdes & St Peter Chanel0.3 km
- The Alley0.4 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
36 nearby- Golden Star1.0 km
- Hei Sei Ya0.6 km
- Heiseiya Sushi Bar0.6 km
- Hong Kong Island Takeaway0.3 km
- UQ Kiosk0.2 km
- + 31 more
Restaurant, Cafe
39 nearby- Marist Sports and Social Club0.8 km
- The Old Grey Mare Hotel0.6 km
- Mecca Bingo0.9 km
- Dunelm Coffee Bar1.0 km
- Derwent Cafe0.5 km
- + 34 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Heron Foods0.9 km
- Lidl0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Tesco0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hull3.1 km
- Cottingham3.3 km
- New Holland7.6 km
Bus Stops
- Salmon Grove0.2 km
- Philip Larkin Close0.2 km
- Falmouth Street0.2 km
- Newland Avenue0.2 km
- Newland Park Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HU67AF · Data under Open Government Licence