YO7 1BS is a sought-after residential area on St Marys Way, 0.3km from Old Thirsk in Thirsk. Administratively it sits within Thirsk ward and the Thirsk and Malton constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in YO7, YO7 1BS offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 71% 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 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £292k. 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 YO7 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00140699 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST MARYS WAY, YO7 1BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST MARYS WAY, YO7 1BS.
291
50
£ 41,600 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO7 1BS represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, YO7 1BS combines high owner-occupation (71%), strong property values (£292k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO7 1BS. The average age is 50.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 241,000
2 sales · Mean £ 241,000
Detached
£ 255,000
3 sales · Mean £ 270,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO7 1BS has low crime rates — 36 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
Thirsk Community Primary School
All Saints Catholic Primary School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy
Sowerby Primary Academy
Thirsk School & Sixth Form College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Johnsons Of Thirsk0.6 km
- Bytheway Stores0.5 km
- Fish Dock0.5 km
- Thomas The Baker0.6 km
- Nisa Thirsk0.2 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Kirkgate House Hotel0.6 km
- Holy Rood House1.0 km
- The Golden Fleece Hotel0.6 km
- Bed And Breakfast0.9 km
- Thirsk Hall Events Ltd0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Lord Nelson0.3 km
- Thirsk And Sowerby Institute0.8 km
- Red Bear0.6 km
- Black Bull0.5 km
- Mowbray Arms0.5 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- All Flavours Great and Small0.7 km
- Caffe Nero0.6 km
- Grand India0.2 km
- Greggs Of Yorkshire0.6 km
- The Pamper Lounge0.7 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.9 km
- The Co-operative Group0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- The Parmesan House0.5 km
- Thirsk Fish And Chips0.8 km
- Long Street Fisheries0.2 km
- Milano Pizzeria0.5 km
- Pizza Pronto0.5 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thirsk2.4 km
- Northallerton12.6 km
Bus Stops
- Fairfield0.1 km
- Stockton Road0.2 km
- Stockton Road0.2 km
- St Marys Walk Dowber Way Hail & Ride0.2 km
- Shire Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: YO71BS · Data under Open Government Licence