Beverley on the map

Beverley built-up area

Built-up area8.2 km² (3.2 sq mi)

Location in East Riding of YorkshireBeverley sits where the marker shows within the county.

43,733
Population
18,747
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£53,683
Avg. household income
1,784
Businesses
239
People per km²
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About Beverley

Beverley is a market town in the East Riding of Yorkshire, situated in the northern part of England. It lies within the HU17 postcode area and is known for its historic market square and prominent Beverley Minster, a large medieval church with a distinctive tower. The town has a long tradition of civic life and is home to several well-preserved buildings, including the 13th-century St Mary's Church and the 17th-century Beverley Guildhall. The surrounding area is largely rural, with fields and small villages nearby. Beverley hosts regular markets and fairs, and its central location makes it accessible for day trips to nearby towns and attractions. The town retains a strong sense of community and offers a range of local shops, cafes, and public spaces.

School Ratings in Beverley

Beverley is served by 42 schools. Beverley Manor Nursery School, Molescroft Primary School, Beverley High School and Beverley Grammar School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Beverley

Property prices average £278K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £365K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Beverley

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Beverley, with 35 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Beverley

Beverley falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Healthcare in Beverley

There are 10 GP surgeries within three miles of Beverley, the nearest being Beverley Urgent Care Centre Ooh (0.2 miles away).

Local Data for Beverley

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Property Prices 7,956 sales

Average Price £278K
£3K , £12.5M
Detached £365K 2,606
Semi £225K 2,465
Terraced £200K 2,086
Flat £162K 516

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

25 Primary
6 Secondary
11 Other
Outstanding 5
Good 11
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HU17 postcode area.

St John of Beverley Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy Primary Good 0.2 miles Compass Community School Seacole Park Not applicable Good 0.3 miles Swinemoor Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.3 miles Sure Start Children's Centre Beverley Rural Requires Improvement 0.3 miles Sure Start Children's Centre Beverley One (Swinemoor) Good 0.3 miles Beverley St Nicholas Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Cambian Beverley School Not applicable Good 0.7 miles Beverley High School Secondary Outstanding 0.8 miles Beverley Manor Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.9 miles St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Beverley Primary Good 1 miles Beverley Minster CE Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Molescroft Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.2 miles

Household Income in Beverley ONS 2023

The average total household income in Beverley is approximately £53,683 a year before tax, 3% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,541. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Beverley £53,683
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £40,541.

Businesses in Beverley ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,784 active businesses based in Beverley, around 41 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 15 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,784 Total businesses
41 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Beverley IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Beverley among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 15%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 26%
6,653 Children (0-15) 15%
25,940 Working Age 59%
11,135 Older (65+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.2% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Beverley 198 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Beverley experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

Violence & Sexual Offences 80
Shoplifting 35
Public Order 18
Anti-Social Behaviour 14
Vehicle Crime 13
Criminal Damage & Arson 12
Other Theft 9
Other Crime 5
Burglary 4
Bicycle Theft 3
Drugs 2
Robbery 2
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Beverley Train Station 0.7 miles
Arram Train Station 2.4 miles
Cottingham Train Station 4.6 miles
Hull Train Station 7.8 miles
Hessle Train Station 9.3 miles
Ferriby Train Station 10 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Grovehill 0.6 miles Molescroft 1.2 miles Hurn 1.2 miles Tickton 1.4 miles Weel 1.4 miles Woodmansey 2 miles Arram 2.6 miles New Arram 2.6 miles Leconfield 2.6 miles Thearne 3.1 miles Aike 3.1 miles Meaux 3.2 miles

Local Government

District East Riding of Yorkshire
Ward Minster and Woodmansey
Constituency Beverley and Holderness
Parish Beverley
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Beverley

Of the 19,697 households in and around Beverley, 73% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 73% Social rented 11% Private rented 16%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Beverley.

Frequently Asked Questions about Beverley

What is the population of Beverley?
Beverley has a population of approximately 43,733 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Beverley?
The average property in and around Beverley sold for about £278,128, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 20% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Beverley a deprived area?
Beverley sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Beverley?
Beverley is covered by the HU17 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Beverley?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Beverley, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Beverley?
The nearest railway station to Beverley is Beverley Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.

Streets in HU17 30 shown View all streets

A1035 3 A165 1 Acklam Court 3 Admiral Walker Road 2 Aintree Close 1 Albert Terrace 2 Albion Court 1 Alder Close 1 Alexandra Drive 1 All Hallows Road 1 Allinson Yard 1 Alpha Avenue 2 Anderson Court 1 Annie Reed Road 27 Apple Tree Garth 1 Arden Road 1 Armstrong Close 1 Armstrong Way 1 Ascott Close 1 Ash Close 1 Ash Tree Drive 1 Ashdene 1 Ashmole Walk 1 Aspen Way 1 Athelstan Road 1 Atkinson Way 2 Autherd Garth 1 B1248 1 Balk Close 1 Balmoral Drive 1

Postcodes in HU17 50 shown View all postcodes

HU17 0AA HU17 0AB HU17 0AD HU17 0AE HU17 0AF HU17 0AG HU17 0AH HU17 0AJ HU17 0AL HU17 0AN HU17 0AP HU17 0AQ HU17 0AR HU17 0AS HU17 0AT HU17 0AU HU17 0AW HU17 0AX HU17 0AY HU17 0AZ HU17 0BA HU17 0BB HU17 0BD HU17 0BE HU17 0BF HU17 0BG HU17 0BH HU17 0BJ HU17 0BL HU17 0BN HU17 0BP HU17 0BQ HU17 0BS HU17 0BT HU17 0BU HU17 0BW HU17 0BX HU17 0DA HU17 0DB HU17 0DD HU17 0DF HU17 0DG HU17 0DH HU17 0DJ HU17 0DL HU17 0DN HU17 0DP HU17 0DQ HU17 0DR HU17 0DS