Routh on the map
Built-up area0.3 km² (0.1 sq mi)
Location in East Riding of YorkshireRouth sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Routh
Routh is a small village located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England, within the HU17 postcode area. This rural community is characterised by its traditional English countryside setting, surrounded by fields and farmland. The village offers a glimpse into local life, with a few residential properties and a close-knit atmosphere.
Nearby, you will find the larger town of Beverley, which provides additional amenities and services. Routh is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those looking to explore the surrounding areas. The village is a quiet place, ideal for those who appreciate the simplicity of rural living and the beauty of the Yorkshire landscape.
School Ratings in Routh
Families in Routh have access to 33 local 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 Routh
Homes sell for an average of £278K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £365K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Routh
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Routh, with 35 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Routh
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Routh among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.
Healthcare in Routh
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Routh, the nearest being Leven & Beeford Medical Practice (1.9 miles away).
Local Data for Routh
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Property Prices 7,956 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the HU17 postcode area.
Household Income in Routh ONS 2023
The average total household income in Routh 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.
Net (after tax) household income averages £40,541.
Businesses in Routh ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,784 active businesses based in Routh, 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.
Deprivation and Employment in Routh IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Routh experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.
Crime in Routh 198 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Routh is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 4 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Routh
Of the 19,697 households in and around Routh, 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%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Routh.