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Thornton Dale & Wolds

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About

Thornton Dale & Wolds is a rural ward in North Yorkshire, covering a mix of farmland, woodland, and small villages. The area includes the picturesque village of Thornton-le-Dale, known for its historic cottages and stream. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills and open countryside, typical of the Yorkshire Wolds. Agriculture plays a key role in the local economy, with fields and pastures dominating the scenery.

The ward is popular with walkers and cyclists, offering access to trails like the Centenary Way and Dalby Forest. Nearby attractions include the North York Moors National Park, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. The area has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with local events often centered around village halls and churches. Public transport links are limited, reinforcing the ward's rural character.

Area overview

On average Thornton Dale & Wolds has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 28 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Thornton Dale & Wolds is £38,797 per year. There are 4 schools in Thornton Dale & Wolds: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
28
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
8.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Thornton Dale & Wolds Population
7,057
Population density
19.1 per km²

Demographics

British
6,869
97.29%
Other White
79
1.12%
Irish
18
0.25%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
16
0.23%
White and Asian (mixed)
15
0.21%
Total population: 7,060

Housing

Owns outright
1,501
47.97%
Owns with a mortgage
688
21.99%
Private landlord or letting agency
488
15.6%
Other social rented
285
9.11%
Other forms of private rent
121
3.87%
Total households: 3,129

Property prices in Thornton Dale & Wolds

Based on 90 recent sales, the median property price is £307,000 in Thornton Dale & Wolds area, with individual transactions ranging from £74,000 up to £815,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached50£420,000
Semi-Detached28£268,750
Terraced12£262,750

10 years price trend in Thornton Dale & Wolds

All postcodes in Thornton Dale & Wolds

YO187PF

Church Lane

YO187PX

Pickering & Thornton Dale

YO187QA

Back Lane

YO187QG

Church Hill

YO187QR

Hurrell Lane

YO187QU

High Street

YO187TE

Castle Road

YO253QP

Smythy Lane
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Data Sources

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