YO17 6BU is a safe, established residential area on Holly Drive, 0.7km from Middlecave in Malton. Administratively it sits within Malton ward and the Thirsk and Malton constituency.
For families considering a move, YO17 6BU represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £261k, down 35.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for YO17 6BU are sourced from Output Area E00189847 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLLY DRIVE, YO17 6BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLY DRIVE, YO17 6BU.
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34
£ 0 /yr
59%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
YO17 6BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 83% 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. Property prices are trending down 35.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO17 6BU. The average age is 34.4. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 227,950
17 sales · Mean £ 229,525
Detached
£ 320,000
9 sales · Mean £ 318,294
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO17 6BU has low crime rates — 14 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
Malton School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy
Malton Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Malton Deli0.8 km
- Malton Relish0.8 km
- Morrisons Daily0.7 km
- Scoops0.8 km
- Bluebird Bakery0.9 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Chapter Two Bar0.8 km
- Malton & Norton R U F C0.8 km
- The New Globe0.9 km
- The Rose And Crown0.9 km
- Blue Ball0.5 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Costa0.8 km
- Dom's Kitchen1.0 km
- El Gringos0.9 km
- Florios Restaurant0.9 km
- Tui's0.9 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- La Unica And The Hen House0.6 km
- The Groovy Moo Ice Cream Co. Limited0.9 km
- Connies0.7 km
- Peasey Hill Fish Shop0.7 km
- Speedy Pepper0.9 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Old Lodge Hotel0.9 km
- Talbot Hotel1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Malton1.2 km
- Pickering Eastgate11.4 km
Bus Stops
- Malton School0.4 km
- Peasey Hills0.5 km
- Malton School0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: YO176BU · Data under Open Government Licence