YO7 1AU is a well-regarded residential area on Long Street, 0.3km from Old Thirsk in Thirsk. Administratively it sits within Thirsk ward and the Thirsk and Malton constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in YO7, YO7 1AU offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 71% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £223k, down 30.4% 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 YO7 1AU are sourced from Output Area E00140699 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONG STREET, YO7 1AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONG STREET, YO7 1AU.
291
50
£ 41,600 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO7 1AU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. YO7 1AU's low deprivation rank, 71% ownership, and £223k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £223k. Property prices are trending down 30.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO7 1AU. The average age is 50.3. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 228,400
2 sales · Mean £ 228,400
Terraced
£ 160,000
3 sales · Mean £ 191,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around YO7 1AU is moderate at 57 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Thirsk Community Primary School
All Saints Catholic Primary School, a Catholic Voluntary Academy
Sowerby Primary Academy
Thirsk School & Sixth Form College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Johnsons Of Thirsk0.5 km
- Bytheway Stores0.5 km
- Fish Dock0.3 km
- Thomas The Baker0.5 km
- Nisa Thirsk0.0 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Kirkgate House Hotel0.5 km
- Holy Rood House0.8 km
- The Golden Fleece Hotel0.4 km
- Bed And Breakfast0.7 km
- Thirsk Hall Events Ltd0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Lord Nelson0.1 km
- Thirsk And Sowerby Institute0.6 km
- Red Bear0.4 km
- Black Bull0.3 km
- Mowbray Arms0.3 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- All Flavours Great and Small0.6 km
- Caffe Nero0.4 km
- Grand India0.1 km
- Greggs Of Yorkshire0.4 km
- The Pamper Lounge0.5 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.7 km
- The Co-operative Group0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- The Parmesan House0.4 km
- Thirsk Fish And Chips0.6 km
- Long Street Fisheries0.0 km
- Milano Pizzeria0.3 km
- Pizza Pronto0.3 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thirsk2.3 km
- Northallerton12.7 km
Bus Stops
- Piper Lane0.1 km
- Hambleton Drive0.1 km
- Stockton Road0.1 km
- Stockton Road0.1 km
- The Green0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: YO71AU · Data under Open Government Licence