University
Ward in Kingston upon Hull, England
| Coordinates: | 53.775, -0.372 |
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| OS grid ref: | TA 07 32 |
| Dialling code: | 01482 (Hull) |
The University ward sits to the north‑west of Kingston upon Hull centre and centres on the campus of the University of Hull, giving it a distinctive mix of academic buildings, student halls and surrounding residential streets. Green spaces around the campus and a network of bus and cycle routes mean it feels more suburban than many inner‑city wards, despite being only a short journey from the city centre.
The university's presence shapes local life and the economy: a high proportion of students supports cafes, pubs, small independent shops and cultural events such as public lectures, theatre and exhibitions, while long‑standing residents and family housing create a mixed social character. The area developed markedly during the 20th century as the institution expanded, and the academic calendar still influences rental patterns and the local atmosphere.
Postcode districts covering University
Most populated places nearby
- Kingston upon Hull 1.9 miles
- Grimsby 18.5 miles
- Scunthorpe 17.5 miles
- Bridlington 23 miles
- Cleethorpes 20.5 miles
- Beverley 5 miles
- Goole 21.2 miles
- Brough and Elloughton 8.5 miles
- Driffield 16.1 miles
- Barton-upon-Humber 6.6 miles
- Immingham 13 miles
- Hedon 7.5 miles
Neighbouring places
- Orchard Park Ward 0.7 miles
- Beverley & Newland Ward 1 mile
- Bricknell Ward 1 mile
- Avenue Ward 1.4 miles
- Dunswell Built-up area 1.7 miles
- Cottingham North Ward 1.8 miles
- Central Ward 1.8 miles
- Derringham Ward 1.8 miles
- West Carr Ward 1.9 miles
- Kingswood Ward 1.9 miles
- Cottingham South Ward 1.9 miles
- Kingston upon Hull Built-up area 1.9 miles
Example postcodes in University
HU6 8NX, HU6 8AQ, HU6 8LE, HU6 7LJ, HU6 7TT, HU6 8DD, HU6 8ND, HU6 8EW, HU6 8JX … See all
Transport links
- Doncaster Sheffield Airport 32.9 miles
- Leeds Bradford International Airport 52.9 miles
- Cottingham Railway Station 1.4 miles
- Hull Paragon Interchange 2.4 miles
Hotels in University Ad
Schools in University
- Endsleigh Holy Child VC Academy Primary
- Frederick Holmes School Special
- Lift Hall Road Primary
- Newland School for Girls Secondary
- St Mary's College Voluntary Catholic Academy Secondary
- St Nicholas Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- Kingston Communications Stadium Stadium 2 miles
- Boothferry Park Stadium 2.5 miles
- Swine Priory Historic site 4.4 miles
- Hull Ferry Terminal Harbour 4.6 miles
- Meaux Abbey Historic site 4.6 miles
- Beverley Racecourse Recreation 5.9 miles
- Grimston Hall Estate 12.3 miles
- Nun Cotham Priory Historic site 14.1 miles
- Normanby Park Estate 15 miles
- Gokewell Priory Historic site 15.9 miles
- Grimsby Auditorium Theatre 17.8 miles
- Glanford Park Stadium 18.6 miles