Thirsk ward is located in the Hambleton district of North Yorkshire, covering the market town of Thirsk and its surrounding rural areas. The town sits between the North York Moors and the Yorkshire Dales, offering easy access to both national parks. Thirsk has a mix of historic buildings, independent shops, and local businesses, with a focus on agriculture and tourism. The ward includes nearby villages like Sowerby and Carlton Miniott, adding to its rural character.
The area is known for its weekly market, which has been held since the 12th century, and its connections to veterinary surgeon James Herriot. The River Codbeck flows through the ward, contributing to its landscape. Transport links include the A19 and A168 roads, as well as Thirsk railway station, providing connections to York and Middlesbrough. The ward has a mix of housing, from older properties in the town centre to newer developments on the outskirts.
On average Thirsk has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 40 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Thirsk is £43,261 per year. There are 3 schools in Thirsk: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Thirsk area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £785,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 29 | £350,000 |
| Flats | 12 | £135,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 31 | £230,000 |
| Terraced | 27 | £210,000 |
10 years price trend in Thirsk
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Barbeck
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Gillings Court
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Leeming, Pickhill & Thornton
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Carlton Road
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Carlton Road
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Carlton Road
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Carlton Road
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Kestrel Drive
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Newsham Road
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St James Green
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The Crescent
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Piper Lane
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Chapel Garth
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Foss Sike Lane
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Bridge Street
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Norby
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Hambleton Place
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Hambleton Avenue
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Finkle Street
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Station Road
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Johnson Close
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Thirsk North
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Sandhutton Lane
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Bridge Street
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Thirsk South & Coxwold
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Long Street
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Cygnet Close
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Castlegate
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Percy Drive
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Millers Road
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Osprey Drive
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Leeming, Pickhill & Thornton
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Cleveland Way
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Thirsk North
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Church View
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Bullock Lane
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Bellingham Close
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Hambleton View
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Chapel Street
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Coniston Way
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Leeming, Pickhill & Thornton
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Long Street
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St Mary's Way
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Stockton Road
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Chapel Street
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Chapel Street
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Carlton Close
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St James Green
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Hambleton Place
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Hambleton Court
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St Mary's Close
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Nursery Gardens
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Barley's Yard
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Hambleton Avenue
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Carlton Road
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Dowber Way
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Finkle Street
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Finkle Street
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Hambleton Place
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Thirsk North
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Chapel Street
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Brewers Court
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Shaws Close
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Leeming, Pickhill & Thornton
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Back Lane
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Bullock Lane
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Long Street
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Hambleton Place
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Thirsk North
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Cemetery Road
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Edgar Drive
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Thirsk North
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Coniston Way
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Carlton Road
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Sandhutton Lane
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Cemetery Road
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Long Street
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Norby
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Hambleton Close
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Thirsk North
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Gormire Close
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Picks Lane
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Gallows Lane
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Station Road
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Rymer Way
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Back Lane
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Thirsk South & Coxwold
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Croft View
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Cemetery Road
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Hambleton Avenue
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Springfield Close
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Faven Field Road
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Sunny Way
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Green Lane
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Thirsk South & Coxwold
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Finkle Street
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Bellingham Close
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Stockton Road
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Leeming, Pickhill & Thornton
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Carlton Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.