YO7 1DQ is a safe, established residential area on Barbeck, 0.4km from Old Thirsk in Thirsk. Administratively it sits within Thirsk ward and the Thirsk and Malton constituency.
For families considering a move, YO7 1DQ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £234k.
Census 2021 statistics for YO7 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00140708 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARBECK, YO7 1DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARBECK, YO7 1DQ.
308
46
£ 41,600 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 46, YO7 1DQ 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 YO7 1DQ. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 217,500
4 sales · Mean £ 222,750
Detached
£ 285,000
8 sales · Mean £ 305,875
Semi-Detached
£ 375,000
2 sales · Mean £ 375,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO7 1DQ has low crime rates — 47 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
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 Stores0.2 km
- Fish Dock0.5 km
- Thomas The Baker0.5 km
- Nisa Thirsk0.5 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Kirkgate House Hotel0.7 km
- Holy Rood House0.7 km
- The Golden Fleece Hotel0.5 km
- Bed And Breakfast0.7 km
- Thirsk Hall Events Ltd0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Lord Nelson0.5 km
- Thirsk And Sowerby Institute0.6 km
- Red Bear0.5 km
- Black Bull0.5 km
- Mowbray Arms0.4 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- All Flavours Great and Small0.5 km
- Caffe Nero0.5 km
- Grand India0.4 km
- Greggs Of Yorkshire0.5 km
- The Pamper Lounge0.6 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.8 km
- The Co-operative Group0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- The Parmesan House0.4 km
- Thirsk Fish And Chips0.7 km
- Long Street Fisheries0.4 km
- Milano Pizzeria0.5 km
- Pizza Pronto0.5 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thirsk2.5 km
- Northallerton13.2 km
Bus Stops
- Byland Avenue0.2 km
- Hambleton Place0.2 km
- Hambleton Avenue0.3 km
- Hambleton Close0.3 km
- Hambleton Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: YO71DQ · Data under Open Government Licence