Postcode Analysis East Riding of Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber

WEST GREEN DRIVE, YO42 2YZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST GREEN DRIVE, YO42 2YZ.

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Population

386

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 45,400 /yr

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Employed

56%

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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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. YO42 2YZ's low deprivation rank, 74% ownership, and £305k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £305k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 7.1% year-on-year.

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

YO42 2YZ is a sought-after residential area on West Green Drive, 0.5km from Pocklington in Pocklington. Administratively it sits within Pocklington Provincial ward and the East Yorkshire constituency.

For serious buyers, YO42 2YZ is a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 74% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £305k, up 7.1% year-on-year. 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 YO42 2YZ are sourced from Output Area E00065888 (shared with 21 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 YO42 2YZ. The average age is 40.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 206,250

2 sales · Mean £ 206,250

Detached

£ 306,500

16 sales · Mean £ 304,937

Semi-Detached

£ 186,500

5 sales · Mean £ 205,800

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

YO42 2YZ has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences39
Public order19
Anti-social behaviour11
Criminal damage and arson7
Possession of weapons5

school Local Schools

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Pocklington Junior School

Good274 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary & St Joseph Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy

Good109 pupils0.9 km
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Pocklington Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant School

Requires Improvement195 pupils0.9 km
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Woldgate School and Sixth Form College

Good1210 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Burnby Hall Gardens0.4 km
  • I Love Zero Limited0.6 km
  • Peppercorn0.3 km
  • Sue Ryder Foundation0.4 km
  • The Peoples Pantry0.7 km
  • + 6 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Feathers Hotel0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • JJs Cafe Pub and Wine Bar0.6 km
  • Pocklington Sports Social Club0.4 km
  • Stewart Bowling Club0.6 km
  • The Black Bull0.4 km
  • The Market Tap0.4 km
  • + 8 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Bengal Lounge0.3 km
  • Costa Coffee0.4 km
  • Green House Cafe0.4 km
  • Jack's Restaurant0.4 km
  • Lilly Pad0.4 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd.0.2 km
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km
  • Co-operative Group0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Bella Vita0.6 km
  • Franks Kebabs & Pizzas0.9 km
  • Motto Pizza & Grill0.6 km
  • Pizza Delight Pocklington0.9 km
  • Railway Street Fisheries0.3 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Howden18.8 km
  • Eastrington19.1 km
  • Wressle19.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Pocklington West Green0.2 km
  • Pocklington West Green0.2 km
  • Pocklington Amos Drive0.2 km
  • Pocklington West Green0.2 km
  • Pocklington Opp EYMS0.3 km