DL7 8FF is a sought-after residential area on Thistle Close, 1.0km from Romanby in Romanby. Administratively it sits within Romanby ward and the Richmond (Yorks) constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DL7, DL7 8FF offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 94% 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 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £292k, up 4.8% year-on-year. 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 DL7 8FF are sourced from Output Area E00140616 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THISTLE CLOSE, DL7 8FF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THISTLE CLOSE, DL7 8FF.
301
48
£ 49,400 /yr
46%
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. DL7 8FF's low deprivation rank, 94% ownership, and £292k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 4.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL7 8FF. The average age is 47.9. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 325,000
5 sales · Mean £ 340,000
Semi-Detached
£ 192,500
3 sales · Mean £ 197,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
DL7 8FF has low crime rates — 3 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
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
Broomfield School
Romanby Primary School
Mill Hill Primary School
Applegarth Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Nisa Local0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Station Hotel0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- South Side Bakery1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-operative Group0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Subway Northallerton0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northallerton0.9 km
- Thirsk11.6 km
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Postcode Profile: DL78FF · Data under Open Government Licence