YO26 5ET is a safe, established residential area on Courcey Grove, 0.5km from Beckfield Lane in York. Administratively it sits within Acomb ward and the York Central constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for YO26 5ET are sourced from Output Area E00067309 (shared with 31 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COURCEY GROVE, YO26 5ET House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COURCEY GROVE, YO26 5ET.
285
42
£ 42,400 /yr
51%
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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. YO26 5ET's 70% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO26 5ET. The average age is 42.4. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO26 5ET has low crime rates — 28 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.
school Local Schools
Carr Infant School
Carr Junior School
Westfield Primary Community School
Poppleton Road Primary School
York High School
Acomb Primary School
Hob Moor Oaks Academy
Hob Moor Community Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- News & Booze0.8 km
- SKF Lo (Chemists)0.4 km
- Danebury Drive Community Foodbank - The Holy Redeemer Chuch0.8 km
- Price Crunch0.2 km
- Acomb Post Office0.7 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Danebury Drive Community Cafe0.8 km
- Lidgett Methodist Church0.7 km
- Laughing Llama Coffee & Bistro0.7 km
- Brunches0.2 km
- Explore Acomb Library Cafe0.7 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Co-op Late Shop0.2 km
- Co-op Service Station0.8 km
- Co-op Late Shop0.9 km
- Freshgos0.2 km
- Morrisons0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Pizza Base0.4 km
- The Crispy Duck0.8 km
- Lucky Dragon0.8 km
- Papa Johns0.8 km
- Zeera Spice0.9 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- The Ainsty0.9 km
- The Green Tree0.4 km
- Acomb W.M.C & Institute0.7 km
- King William0.9 km
- Marcia Grey0.7 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Poppleton2.1 km
- York2.6 km
- Hammerton10.7 km
Bus Stops
- Beckfield Place0.2 km
- Turnberry Drive0.2 km
- Beckfield Place0.2 km
- Turnberry Drive0.2 km
- Danebury Court0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: YO265ET · Data under Open Government Licence