YO32 5AW is a sought-after residential area on Sussex Way, 0.8km from Strensall Camp in Strensall. Administratively it sits within Strensall ward and the York Outer constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in YO32, YO32 5AW offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 81% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £344k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for YO32 5AW are sourced from Output Area E00067856 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SUSSEX WAY, YO32 5AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUSSEX WAY, YO32 5AW.
287
49
£ 56,400 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO32 5AW represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. YO32 5AW's low deprivation rank, 81% ownership, and £344k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £344k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO32 5AW. The average age is 49.3. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 344,000
2 sales · Mean £ 344,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO32 5AW has low crime rates — 7 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.
school Local Schools
Robert Wilkinson Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Budgens0.2 km
- Strensall Services0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Spearehead Cafe0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Cathay Strensall Takeaway0.6 km
- Strensall Fisheries0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Ship Inn0.9 km
- The Half Moon Inn0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- York8.9 km
- Poppleton9.3 km
- Hammerton16.3 km
Bus Stops
- Knapton Close0.2 km
- Knapton Close0.3 km
- Melcombe Avenue0.3 km
- Melcombe Avenue0.3 km
- Barley Rise0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: YO325AW · Data under Open Government Licence