YO7 1BN is a safe, established residential area on Norby Estate, 0.1km from Norby in Thirsk. Administratively it sits within Thirsk ward and the Thirsk and Malton constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, YO7 1BN is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £173k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for YO7 1BN are sourced from Output Area E00140701 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORBY ESTATE, YO7 1BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORBY ESTATE, YO7 1BN.
421
43
£ 41,600 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO7 1BN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
YO7 1BN has a significant social housing presence — 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO7 1BN. The average age is 43.4. 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 & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 174,000
7 sales · Mean £ 170,850
Semi-Detached
£ 138,500
3 sales · Mean £ 139,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO7 1BN 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.
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
10 nearby- Johnsons Of Thirsk0.6 km
- Fish Dock0.6 km
- Thomas The Baker0.7 km
- Nisa Thirsk0.6 km
- Thirsk Service Station0.6 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Kirkgate House Hotel0.4 km
- Holy Rood House1.0 km
- The Golden Fleece Hotel0.7 km
- Bed And Breakfast0.8 km
- Thirsk Hall Events Ltd0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Lord Nelson0.6 km
- Thirsk And Sowerby Institute0.8 km
- Red Bear0.6 km
- Black Bull0.6 km
- Mowbray Arms0.6 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- All Flavours Great and Small0.8 km
- Caffe Nero0.7 km
- Grand India0.7 km
- Greggs Of Yorkshire0.7 km
- The Pamper Lounge0.6 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.6 km
- The Co-operative Group0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- The Parmesan House0.7 km
- Thirsk Fish And Chips0.7 km
- Long Street Fisheries0.7 km
- Milano Pizzeria0.6 km
- Pizza Pronto0.6 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thirsk1.8 km
- Northallerton12.3 km
Bus Stops
- Norby Estate0.1 km
- Norby Estate0.2 km
- Norby Estate0.2 km
- Kirkgate0.4 km
- Kirkgate0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: YO71BN · Data under Open Government Licence