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Fishergate

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / York / Fishergate

About

Fishergate ward is located in the southern part of York, stretching from the city walls to the River Ouse. The area includes a mix of residential streets, green spaces, and local businesses. Fishergate itself is a historic street lined with Georgian and Victorian buildings, some of which have been converted into shops and cafes. The ward also encompasses part of the Knavesmire, a large open space used for events like the York Racecourse meetings.

The area is well-connected, with easy access to York city centre and major transport links, including York Railway Station. Residential areas range from terraced housing to modern apartments, catering to a variety of lifestyles. Fishergate ward has a community-focused atmosphere, with local amenities such as schools, parks, and independent retailers. The nearby Millennium Bridge provides a pedestrian route across the river, linking the ward to other parts of the city.

Area overview

On average Fishergate has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 57 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Fishergate is £45,000 per year. There are 5 schools in Fishergate: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
57
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
11.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Fishergate Population
9,555
Population density
4,116.2 per km²

Demographics

British
6,790
71.05%
Other White
732
7.66%
Chinese
720
7.53%
Other Asian
349
3.65%
Indian
164
1.72%
Total population: 9,557

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,297
35.8%
Owns outright
1,031
28.46%
Owns with a mortgage
717
19.79%
Other social rented
214
5.91%
Social rents from council
174
4.8%
Total households: 3,623

Property prices in Fishergate

Based on 100 recent sales, the median property price is £295,000 in Fishergate area, with individual transactions ranging from £82,500 up to £1,450,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£515,000
Flats37£168,100
Semi-Detached20£372,500
Terraced40£332,500

10 years price trend in Fishergate

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.