Pickering & Thornton Dale are located in the North York Moors National Park, offering a mix of rural landscapes and historic charm. Pickering is a market town with a medieval castle and the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, a heritage steam line. Thornton Dale is a smaller village known for its picturesque cottages and the nearby Dalby Forest, popular for walking and cycling. Both areas provide access to the moors, with heather-covered hills and scenic trails.
The region has strong ties to agriculture and tourism, with local businesses catering to visitors exploring the national park. Pickering serves as a hub with shops, pubs, and a weekly market, while Thornton Dale retains a quieter, village atmosphere. The area is well-connected by road, with the A170 providing links to Scarborough and York. Historic sites, outdoor activities, and traditional Yorkshire character define this part of North Yorkshire.
On average Pickering & Thornton Dale has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 40 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Pickering & Thornton Dale is £38,700 per year. There are 5 schools in Pickering & Thornton Dale: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 180 recent sales, the median property price is £295,000 in Pickering & Thornton Dale area, with individual transactions ranging from £74,000 up to £792,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 81 | £377,500 |
| Flats | 17 | £165,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 34 | £262,500 |
| Terraced | 48 | £222,500 |
10 years price trend in Pickering & Thornton Dale
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Maltongate
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Ingsgarth
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Crook Lane
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Birdgate
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Ashfield Road
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Herongate
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Southgate
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Pike Road
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Troutbeck Close
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Pickering Road
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Mill Bank Road
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Fox Lane
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Westgate
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Keld Head
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The Rise
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Castlegate
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Hungate
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Dalby Forest Drive
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Keepers Gate
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Cliff Lane
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.