Postcode Analysis York, Yorkshire and The Humber

WINCHESTER AVENUE, YO26 4RU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WINCHESTER AVENUE, YO26 4RU.

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Population

277

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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9/10
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5/10
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7/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. YO26 4RU's 70% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 9.4% year-on-year.

home £262,500 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

YO26 4RU is a safe, established residential area on Winchester Avenue, 0.5km from Carr Hill in York. Administratively it sits within Holgate ward and the York Central constituency.

For families considering a move, YO26 4RU represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £262k, up 9.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for YO26 4RU are sourced from Output Area E00067607 (shared with 12 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 YO26 4RU. The average age is 38.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.6%
Asian / British Asian3.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed6.1%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 205,750

9 sales · Mean £ 214,027

Flat

£ 132,500

2 sales · Mean £ 132,500

Terraced

£ 154,500

1 sales · Mean £ 154,500

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

YO26 4RU has low crime rates — 38 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences100
Anti-social behaviour62
Criminal damage and arson28
Public order15
Other theft9

school Local Schools

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Poppleton Road Primary School

Good399 pupils0.2 km
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Acomb Primary School

Good322 pupils0.7 km
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Carr Junior School

Requires Improvement314 pupils0.8 km
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Carr Infant School

Good229 pupils0.8 km
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Saint Barnabas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Requires Improvement98 pupils0.9 km
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Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good420 pupils1.1 km
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St Paul's Nursery School

Good64 pupils1.2 km
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Hob Moor Oaks Academy

Good108 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

23 nearby
  • Corking Food and Wines0.7 km
  • Khangura Stores0.2 km
  • News & Booze0.9 km
  • One Stop0.8 km
  • Danebury Drive Community Foodbank - The Holy Redeemer Chuch0.8 km
  • + 18 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Poppleton Road Working Mens Club0.2 km
  • Leeman Hotel/Cafe Leemo0.7 km
  • The Ainsty0.4 km
  • Acomb W.M.C & Institute1.0 km
  • Marcia Grey0.9 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Danebury Drive Community Cafe0.8 km
  • Brunch Time0.2 km
  • Goodwill Community Cafe0.8 km
  • Laughing Llama Coffee & Bistro0.8 km
  • Pastelle Kitchen & Events0.7 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Rocco’s0.2 km
  • The Crispy Duck0.9 km
  • Bartons Fish and Chips1.0 km
  • Papasito1.0 km
  • York Tasty House0.7 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-op Service Station0.8 km
  • Co-op Late Shop0.5 km
  • Morrisons1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • York1.6 km
  • Poppleton2.7 km
  • Hammerton11.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Lindsey Avenue0.1 km
  • Lindsey Avenue0.1 km
  • Seldon Road0.2 km
  • Seldon Road0.2 km
  • Lindsey Avenue0.2 km