29,671TOTAL POPULATION
13,170HOUSEHOLDS
3.7%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£37,440AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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YO24 POSTCODE REGION

York (YO24)

The YO24 postcode area is located in the York postcode town region, within the county of Yorkshire, and contains a total of 820 individual postcodes.

There are 9 electoral wards in the YO24 postcode area, including Bridlington, Driffield, Filey, Malton, Pickering, Scarborough, Selby, Thirsk, Whitby, York which come under the local authority of the York Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 25% of people in YO24 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of YO24 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The YO24 postcode refers to a postcode that covers the York district of England. It is made up of the postcode area Y (Yorkshire), the district O (Outer) and the two sectors 24. It covers an area of 7.15 square miles and includes the suburbs of Clifton, Heworth, Huntington, Knapton, Layerthorpe, New Earswick, Stockton-on-the-Forest, Woodthorpe and York city centre. It's two largest population centres are Huntington and York city centre.

The YO24 postcode is located in the city of York, North Yorkshire, one of the oldest cities in England. It is situated just 15 miles away from Leeds, and is known as a centre for finance and business, with a range of employers, from local businesses to foreign financial companies, located in the district. There are also a range of shops, attractions and cultural activities to be experienced in the area for those looking to experience a unique and diverse lifestyle.

Public transport in York is quite extensive, served by five railway stations and an array of bus services. The railway lines serve a variety of destinations, including London Kings Cross station in the south, Edinburgh in Scotland in the North, and Hull in the East. Buses serve a range of areas around the city, with many services originating in York. With a strong transport network, YO24 is an ideal place to live for those wishing to avoid car use.

Education in the area is well catered for, with a range of both primary and secondary schools. Private schools are located in the outskirts of the district, providing more options for those looking for a more structured education. Higher education is also localised in the city, with York St John University and University of York providing options for college and university students alike.

YO24 is also home to a number of parks, green spaces and recreational areas, allowing locals to enjoy outdoor activities and access to fresh, open air. Parks such as Rowntree Park and Rawcliffe Country Park provide a haven away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The area also provides ample opportunity for sports, with clubs such as York City FC located in the region.

With a vibrant history, culture and bustling economy, YO24 is a great place to live, work and study. The presence of both modern shopping amenities and cultural attractions allow for diversity of interests, while an array of transport links make it easy to access other parts of the country.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 90%WORKING
  • 10%UNEMPLOYED

10% of people in YO24 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 25%AB
  • 49%C2/C2
  • 25%DE

According to census records, 25% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 92%WHITE
  • 8%NON-WHITE

92% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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YO24Yorkshire

Yorkshire

The county of Yorkshire

YO24 is located in the county of Yorkshire, in England.

Yorkshire has a total population of 0, making it the largest county in the UK.

Yorkshire has a total area of square miles, and a population density of people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Yorkshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeYO24
Postal TownYork
MSOA NameYork 013
LSOA NameYork 013G
CountyYorkshire
RegionYorkshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityYork
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

YO24 Electoral Wards

The postal region of YO24, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Acomb
Chapel Fields
Dringhouses
Holgate
Knavesmire
Nunthorpe
South Bank
West Field
Woodthorpe
York
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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