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Location in East Riding of YorkshireFoggathorpe sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Foggathorpe
Foggathorpe is a small village located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England, with the postcode area YO8. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The surrounding countryside offers a peaceful environment, with fields and farmland typical of this part of Yorkshire.
Local amenities include a few shops and a pub, providing essential services for residents. Foggathorpe is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore nearby towns and villages. The area is suitable for walking and enjoying the natural landscape, appealing to those who appreciate rural life.
School Ratings in Foggathorpe
There are 4 schools in and around Foggathorpe. Brayton Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Foggathorpe
The average property price is £237K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £322K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Foggathorpe
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Foggathorpe, with 66 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Foggathorpe
Foggathorpe sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Local Data for Foggathorpe
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Property Prices 7,993 sales
Schools & Education 4 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the YO8 postcode area.
Household Income in Foggathorpe ONS 2023
The average total household income in Foggathorpe is approximately £50,231 a year before tax, 9% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,423. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £38,423.
Businesses in Foggathorpe ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,743 active businesses based in Foggathorpe, around 36 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 8 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Foggathorpe IMD 2025
Foggathorpe sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Foggathorpe 254 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime levels in Foggathorpe sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Foggathorpe
Of the 20,952 households in and around Foggathorpe, 73% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Foggathorpe.