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Strensall

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / York / Strensall

About

Strensall is a ward located in the northeastern part of York, approximately 6 miles from the city center. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, bungalows, and some smaller terraced properties. Strensall Common, a large area of open heathland, borders the ward and is used for military training, adding a distinctive character to the locality.

The ward includes local amenities such as shops, schools, and a community center, catering to daily needs. Public transport links connect Strensall to York city center, though many residents rely on cars due to the area's semi-rural setting. The nearby River Foss and Strensall Common provide green spaces for walking and outdoor activities, contributing to the ward's quiet, suburban atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Strensall has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 24 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Strensall is £54,465 per year. There are 2 schools in Strensall: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

10/10

Social housing

5.1%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Strensall Population

8,327

Population density

246.1 per km²

Demographics

British

7,841

94.17%

Other White

133

1.6%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.61%

Irish

0.47%

Other Asian

0.46%

Total population: 8,326

Housing

Owns outright

1,482

44.36%

Owns with a mortgage

1,160

34.72%

Private landlord or letting agency

325

9.73%

Other social rented

182

5.45%

Other forms of private rent

144

4.31%

Total households: 3,341

Property prices in Strensall

Based on 101 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Strensall area, with individual transactions ranging from £162,000 up to £2,450,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	49	£405,000	£287,100	£325,000	£505,000	£703,000
Flats	2	£162,000	£162,000	£162,000	£162,000	£162,000
Semi-Detached	34	£295,000	£239,300	£261,250	£319,000	£431,200
Terraced	16	£265,000	£197,894	£235,625	£338,125	£468,750

10 years price trend in Strensall

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Data Sources

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

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