YO62 4BQ is a sought-after residential area on Porch Farm Close, 0.1km from Slingsby in Slingsby. Administratively it sits within Amotherby & Ampleforth ward and the Thirsk and Malton constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in YO62, YO62 4BQ offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 66% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £275k. 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 YO62 4BQ are sourced from Output Area E00141496 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PORCH FARM CLOSE, YO62 4BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORCH FARM CLOSE, YO62 4BQ.
361
44
£ 47,700 /yr
48%
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. YO62 4BQ's low deprivation rank, 66% ownership, and £275k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO62 4BQ. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 191,250
4 sales · Mean £ 203,125
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
YO62 4BQ has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Slingsby Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Wyville Farm Shop0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Grapes Inn0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Malton9.5 km
- Pickering Eastgate13.6 km
Bus Stops
- The Green0.0 km
- The Green0.0 km
- The Balk0.1 km
- The Balk0.1 km
- High Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: YO624BQ · Data under Open Government Licence