Postcode Analysis Ryedale, Yorkshire and The Humber

BIRDFORTH WAY, YO62 4BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRDFORTH WAY, YO62 4BY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

332

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 44,700 /yr

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Employed

43%

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.

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9/10
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8/10
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2/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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1/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

YO62 4BY is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 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. Property prices are trending down 23.4% year-on-year.

home £219,000 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

YO62 4BY is a safe, established residential area on Birdforth Way, 0.4km from Ampleforth in Ampleforth. Administratively it sits within Amotherby & Ampleforth ward and the Thirsk and Malton constituency.

For families considering a move, YO62 4BY represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

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 £219k, down 23.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for YO62 4BY are sourced from Output Area E00141448 (shared with 12 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 YO62 4BY. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 165,250

6 sales · Mean £ 162,833

Detached

£ 290,000

3 sales · Mean £ 295,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

YO62 4BY has low crime rates — 20 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.

Violence and sexual offences7
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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St Hilda's Ampleforth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good35 pupils0.2 km
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St Benedict's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy

Good79 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Shallowdale House B&B0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Thirsk17.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Fairfax Close0.2 km
  • Fairfax0.2 km
  • St Hildas Primary School0.2 km
  • St Hilda's Primary School0.2 km
  • The White Horse0.4 km