YO62 4DR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Millway, 0.5km from Ampleforth in Ampleforth. Administratively it sits within Amotherby & Ampleforth ward and the Thirsk and Malton constituency.
For families considering a move, YO62 4DR represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £218k.
Census 2021 statistics for YO62 4DR are sourced from Output Area E00141447 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILLWAY, YO62 4DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILLWAY, YO62 4DR.
223
51
£ 44,700 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO62 4DR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
YO62 4DR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 89% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO62 4DR. The average age is 50.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 152,000
5 sales · Mean £ 180,200
Detached
£ 207,500
4 sales · Mean £ 227,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO62 4DR has low crime rates — 12 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
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
- Thirsk17.5 km
Bus Stops
- Fairfax0.2 km
- Fairfax Close0.2 km
- St Hildas Primary School0.3 km
- St Hilda's Primary School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: YO624DR · Data under Open Government Licence