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Thirsk

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / North Yorkshire / Thirsk

About

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.

Area overview

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).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
40
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
15.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Thirsk Population
7,074
Population density
162.2 per km²

Demographics

British
6,643
93.93%
Other White
254
3.59%
Irish
22
0.31%
Other Asian
18
0.25%
Pakistani
16
0.23%
Total population: 7,072

Housing

Owns outright
1,184
36.25%
Owns with a mortgage
741
22.69%
Private landlord or letting agency
624
19.11%
Other social rented
531
16.26%
Other forms of private rent
98
3%
Total households: 3,266

Property prices in Thirsk

Based on 102 recent sales, the median property price is £231,000 in Thirsk area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £800,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached32£366,500
Flats11£125,000
Semi-Detached34£230,000
Terraced25£210,000

10 years price trend in Thirsk

All postcodes in Thirsk

YO74ET

Green Lane

YO74EX

Leeming, Pickhill & Thornton

YO74RL

Kestrel Drive

YO74SH

Thirsk South & Coxwold

YO71AJ

St James Green

YO71BE

Thirsk North

YO71FF

Lynbrook Close

YO71TB

Norby

YO71TF

Thirsk North

YO71FD

Fairfield

YO71FY

Megson Place

YO72AA

Green Lane

YO74DE

Newsham Road

YO74FA

Leeming, Pickhill & Thornton

YO74LS

Station Road

YO72EP

Sutton Road

YO71EH

Hambleton View

YO71SJ

South Dowber Lane

YO71SP

Dowber Way

YO72LS

Stockton Road

YO74LY

Carlton Road

YO74RS

Foss Sike Lane

YO74SA

Thirsk South & Coxwold

YO74SQ

Chapel Garth

YO71AR

Alexander Close

YO71DQ

Barbeck

YO71DT

Hambleton Close

YO71DU

Hambleton Place

YO71QR

Station Road

YO71AA

Millgate

YO71BZ

Tranmire Close

YO71DG

Barbeck

YO71FN

Piper Lane

YO71HA

Thirsk North

YO71SZ

Gillings Court

YO71UF

Johnson Close

YO74LZ

Coniston Way

YO74EJ

Leeming, Pickhill & Thornton

YO71PG

Thirsk North

YO74EB

Catton Lane

YO74EW

Leeming, Pickhill & Thornton

YO74LW

Rydal Close

YO74RX

Bullock Lane

YO71PP

Thirsk North

YO71AE

Thirsk North

YO71BX

St Mary's Drive

YO71DJ

Byland Avenue

YO71GX

Finkle Street

YO71LW

Thirsk North

YO71SY

Gillings Court

YO71UJ

Bluebell Court

YO74NW

Carlton Road

YO71AH

Bridge Street

YO71DF

Barbeck

YO71DL

Sutton Road

YO71GQ

Edgar Drive

YO72ED

Hag Lane

YO71QH

Millbank Court

YO74HA

Maunby Lane

YO74NH

Sandhutton Lane
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Data Sources

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