Is YO17 6AF a safe place to live?

Yes, YO17 6AF is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 21 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of YO17 6AF?

The population for the YO17 6AF area is approximately 272 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Ryedale, Yorkshire and The Humber

YO17 6AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YO17 6AF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

272

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,700 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: 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.

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10/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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3/10

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7/10

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2/10

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5/10

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9/10

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Area Character

YO17 6AF is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

YO17 6AF is a safe, established residential area located 1.4km from The Brows in Ryedale. Administratively it sits within Sheriff Hutton & Derwent ward and the Thirsk and Malton constituency.

For families considering a move, YO17 6AF represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for YO17 6AF are sourced from Output Area E00141471 (shared with 56 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO17 6AF. The average age is 46.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 33%

Unemployed: 0%

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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

YO17 6AF has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson5

Drugs3

Anti-social behaviour1

Violence and sexual offences1

Vehicle crime1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Malton1.6 km
Pickering Eastgate13.6 km

Bus Stops

York Road Ind Estate0.3 km
York Road Ind Estate0.4 km