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About

Norton ward encompasses a largely rural area on the northern outskirts of the town of Norton-on-Derwent, situated within the Ryedale district. The landscape is characterised by open farmland and scattered settlements, with the River Derwent forming a significant part of its western boundary. This agricultural character defines much of the ward's land use and community structure.

The area includes the distinct village of Norton-le-Clay, which maintains its own identity separate from the larger town. A notable local feature is the historic St. Mary's Church in Norton-le-Clay, with sections of the building dating back to the Norman period. The ward's proximity to the A1(M) motorway provides a key transport link, influencing connectivity for its residents and businesses.

Area overview

On average Norton has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 42 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Norton is £44,737 per year. There are 2 schools in Norton: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Norton is home to around 8,184 people, with a population density of about 712.8 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
42
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
17.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Norton Population
8,184
Population density
712.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
24.44(-45%)
Anti-social behaviour
11.85(-17%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.01(-42%)
Other theft
3.18(-52%)
Public order
2.93(-67%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,513
91.82%
Other White
391
4.78%
Other Asian
36
0.44%
Irish
32
0.39%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
31
0.38%
Total population: 8,182

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,593
23.83%
No qualifications
1,462
21.87%
Level 3 (A level)
1,105
16.53%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,079
16.14%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
775
11.59%
Total 16+ residents: 6,686

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,280
35.34%
Owns with a mortgage
1,032
28.49%
Other social rented
573
15.82%
Private landlord or letting agency
544
15.02%
Social rents from council
84
2.32%
Total households: 3,622

Property prices in Norton

Based on 102 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Norton area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £756,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Norton in the 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 Norton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached22£276,250
Flats7£84,539
Semi-Detached34£223,750
Terraced39£175,000

10 years median price trend in Norton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Norton.

All postcodes in Norton

YO179AH

Derwent Terrace

YO179HY

Commercial Street

YO179JB

Vine Hill

YO179QE

Welham Road

YO179EH

Whitewall

YO178BZ

Juniper Drive

YO179PS

Langton Road

YO178BA

Brindle Way

YO179BT

Winston Court

YO179JH

Mill Street

YO179AB

Langley Drive

YO179EY

Athol Square

YO179PY

Langton Road

YO179PE

Millers Close

YO179PD

Beck Mill Close

YO179JQ

Mill Street

YO179AN

St Peters Crescent

YO179AQ

St Nicholas Street

YO179BG

Grove Street

YO179BQ

Beverley Road

YO179EF

The Avenue

YO179HF

Parliament Avenue

YO179HN

Buckrose Court

YO179FD

Briarwood Court

YO179JP

East Road

YO179BH

Howe Road

YO179AD

Langton Road

YO178FG

Low Moor Lane

YO178AQ

Toisland View

YO179BE

Clock Row

YO179HR

Buckrose Court

YO179AY

Formby Mews

YO179FL

Spring Beck Avenue

YO178AW

Gault Close

YO179FE

Wallgates Lane

YO179DZ

Park Road

YO178AB

Scarborough Road

YO179AL

St Peter Street

YO179EE

Brook Lodge Gardens

YO179QG

Langton Road

YO179BA

Wood Street

YO178BT

Heather Court

YO179HW

Mill Street

YO178AF

Reeton Terrace

YO179PB

Furlongs Avenue

YO179BN

The Grove

YO179JY

Saddle Close

YO179EX

Commercial Street

YO179HP

Church Street

YO179EA

Park Road

YO178EG

Alec Hare Close

YO179JE

Vine Drive

YO179DJ

Furlongs Avenue

YO179BZ

Chestnut Grove

YO179AP

The Ridings

YO179BP

Crown Grove

YO179DG

Burdale Close

YO179BW

The Grove

YO179BF

Farm View

YO179AU

Millside

YO179JW

Eastfield Avenue

YO179ET

Freers Yard

YO178AN

Arbour Way

YO178DN

Westfield Avenue

YO179EL

Springfield Garth

YO179JZ

Hurdle Close

YO179AF

Langton Road

YO179HE

Parliament Street

YO179EG

Hunters Way

YO179AX

Heron Way

YO179BL

Howe Road

YO179AZ

Field View

YO179FR

Norton

YO179NE

Norton Grove Industrial Estate

YO179EQ

Leat Close

YO179FP

Bazeley's Lane

YO179PJ

Beverley Road

YO179NJ

Hugden Way

YO178BU

Alec Hare Close

YO179DU

Welham Road

YO179BX

Dean Road

YO179HQ

Norton Grove Industrial Estate

YO179BJ

Howe Road

YO179FG

Heron Close

YO179DX

Bark Knotts Terrace

YO179LY

Welham Hill

YO179DP

Welham Road

YO179DS

Welham Road

YO179DB

Woodlands Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/06/2026.