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Kirkbymoorside & Moors

About

Kirkbymoorside is a small market town in North Yorkshire, nestled between the North York Moors National Park and the Howardian Hills. The town has a traditional feel, with a mix of stone-built houses, independent shops, and a weekly market. The surrounding area is characterised by rolling farmland, wooded valleys, and quiet country lanes, making it a base for exploring the nearby moors. The River Dove flows through the town, adding to its rural charm.

The North York Moors stretch east from Kirkbymoorside, offering vast heather-covered landscapes, ancient woodlands, and historic sites like Rievaulx Abbey. The area is known for its walking and cycling trails, including the Cleveland Way National Trail. Villages such as Hutton-le-Hole and Lastingham provide glimpses of traditional Yorkshire life, with stone cottages and village greens. The moors are also home to wildlife, including birds of prey and red grouse.

Area overview

On average Kirkbymoorside & Moors has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kirkbymoorside & Moors is £39,900 per year. There are 4 schools in Kirkbymoorside & Moors: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Kirkbymoorside & Moors Population

6,348

Population density

21.5 per km²

Demographics

British

6,155

96.96%

Other White

1.45%

Irish

0.44%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.32%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.14%

Total population: 6,348

Housing

Owns outright

1,514

50.92%

Owns with a mortgage

564

18.97%

Private landlord or letting agency

495

16.65%

Other social rented

230

7.74%

Other forms of private rent

136

4.57%

Total households: 2,973

Property prices in Kirkbymoorside & Moors

Based on 98 recent sales, the median property price is £265,000 in Kirkbymoorside & Moors area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £715,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Kirkbymoorside & Moors over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	37	£360,000	£219,600	£280,000	£470,000	£651,000
Flats	2	£132,250	£116,275	£123,375	£141,125	£148,225
Semi-Detached	26	£229,498	£162,500	£190,238	£292,500	£455,000
Terraced	33	£225,000	£115,200	£185,000	£285,000	£425,000

10 years median price trend in Kirkbymoorside & Moors

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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