YO62 4DQ is a safe, established residential area on Valley View, 0.4km from Ampleforth in Ampleforth. Administratively it sits within Amotherby & Ampleforth ward and the Thirsk and Malton constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £261k.
Census 2021 statistics for YO62 4DQ are sourced from Output Area E00141448 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VALLEY VIEW, YO62 4DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VALLEY VIEW, YO62 4DQ.
332
43
£ 44,700 /yr
43%
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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 43, YO62 4DQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO62 4DQ. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 210,000
3 sales · Mean £ 223,333
Detached
£ 280,000
3 sales · Mean £ 266,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO62 4DQ has low crime rates — 20 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
St Hilda's Ampleforth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Shallowdale House B&B0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thirsk17.7 km
Bus Stops
- Fairfax Close0.1 km
- Fairfax0.1 km
- St Hildas Primary School0.1 km
- St Hilda's Primary School0.1 km
- The White Swan0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: YO624DQ · Data under Open Government Licence