Postcode Analysis York, Yorkshire and The Humber

RIDGEWAY, YO26 5BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIDGEWAY, YO26 5BZ.

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Population

295

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 34,000 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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

YO26 5BZ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 79% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £439k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 4.7% year-on-year.

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

YO26 5BZ is a safe, established residential area on Ridgeway, 0.2km from Chapel Fields in York. Administratively it sits within Westfield ward and the York Central constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in YO26, YO26 5BZ offers a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 79% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £439k, up 4.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for YO26 5BZ are sourced from Output Area E00067885 (shared with 7 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 5BZ. The average age is 39.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 411,500

3 sales · Mean £ 397,483

Detached

£ 457,500

2 sales · Mean £ 457,500

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

YO26 5BZ has low crime rates — 37 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 behaviour78
Violence and sexual offences55
Criminal damage and arson22
Other theft12
Public order10

school Local Schools

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Westfield Primary Community School

Good535 pupils0.6 km
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York High School

Good724 pupils0.9 km
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Carr Junior School

Requires Improvement314 pupils1.0 km
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Carr Infant School

Good229 pupils1.0 km
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Hob Moor Oaks Academy

Good108 pupils1.2 km
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Hob Moor Community Primary Academy

Good311 pupils1.2 km
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Acomb Primary School

Good322 pupils1.5 km
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Poppleton Road Primary School

Good399 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

24 nearby
  • SKF Lo (Chemists)0.9 km
  • Price Crunch0.7 km
  • Cornlands Road News1.0 km
  • Louise's Sweet Station0.9 km
  • Acomb Post Office0.5 km
  • + 19 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-op Late Shop0.7 km
  • Freshgos0.4 km
  • Morrisons0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • Pizza Base0.9 km
  • Papa Johns0.9 km
  • Golden City Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • New Hong Kong0.8 km
  • Pizza Doner0.8 km
  • + 12 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • The Green Tree0.9 km
  • Acomb W.M.C & Institute0.6 km
  • King William0.3 km
  • Marcia Grey0.6 km
  • Severus Social Club (Acomb)0.9 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Laughing Llama Coffee & Bistro0.7 km
  • Brunches0.4 km
  • Explore Acomb Library Cafe0.6 km
  • Indian Ocean0.4 km
  • Rubys Coffee House0.6 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Poppleton2.4 km
  • York2.8 km
  • Hammerton10.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Wetherby Road0.1 km
  • Wetherby Road0.1 km
  • St Aidan's Church0.2 km
  • St Aidan's Church0.2 km
  • Runswick Avenue0.2 km