About Acomb

Acomb is a village located in North Yorkshire, within the county of England. It lies just south of the city of York and is part of the larger civil parish of Acomb and Heslington. The village is situated on the eastern bank of the River Ouse, with the A19 road running nearby, making it easily accessible from the surrounding areas. Acomb has a mix of residential properties and open countryside, with several local amenities including shops, a primary school, and a community centre. The area has a strong sense of local identity and is known for its close-knit community. The postcode area for Acomb is YO24, which covers the village and its immediate surroundings.

School Ratings in Acomb

Families in Acomb have access to 76 local schools. Acomb Primary School, Woodthorpe Primary School and All Saints Catholic School York are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Acomb

Homes sell for an average of £306K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £286K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Acomb

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Acomb, with 181 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Acomb

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Acomb around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Acomb

Acomb benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,418 sales

Average Price £306K
£16K — £4.21M
Detached £438K 677
Semi £286K 1,532
Terraced £295K 1,462
Flat £194K 634

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

44 Primary
9 Secondary
23 Other
York High School Secondary Good 0.2 miles Inspire Academy 0.2 miles Hob Moor Children's Centre Good 0.3 miles Hob Moor Community Primary Academy Primary 0.3 miles Hob Moor Oaks Academy 0.3 miles Westfield Children's Centre Good 0.5 miles Westfield Primary Community School Primary Good 0.5 miles Acomb Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.7 miles Woodthorpe Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.7 miles Dringhouses Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Poppleton Road Primary School Primary 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Acomb IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Acomb are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
6/10
6,660 Children (0-15) 17%
25,182 Working Age 64%
10,003 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 27% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.8% 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 Acomb 742 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Acomb are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

255 Violence & Sexual Offences
181 Anti-Social Behaviour
74 Shoplifting
47 Public Order
45 Other Theft
44 Criminal Damage & Arson
25 Drugs
20 Bicycle Theft
14 Burglary
9 Weapons
8 Theft from Person
8 Vehicle Crime
7 Robbery
5 Other Crime
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Poppleton Train Station 2.1 miles
Ulleskelf Train Station 7.3 miles
Cattal Train Station 8.4 miles
Church Fenton Train Station 9.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

West Field 0.6 miles Woodthorpe 0.6 miles Chapel Fields 0.9 miles Holgate 0.9 miles Dringhouses 0.9 miles Knavesmire 0.9 miles South Bank 1.2 miles Nunthorpe 1.4 miles York 1.4 miles Knapton 1.4 miles Middlethorpe 1.8 miles Askham Bryan 1.8 miles

Local Government

District York
Ward Micklegate
Constituency York Central
Parish York, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in YO24 30 shown View all streets

Academy Drive 1 Acomb Mews 1 Acomb Road 8 Acomb Wood Close 1 Acomb Wood Drive 2 Acorn Way 2 Ainsty Avenue 1 Ainsty Grove 1 Aintree Court 3 Albemarle Road 3 Aldersyde 2 Aldersyde Court 1 Alexa Court 1 Allendale 1 Alness Drive 1 Anderson Grove 1 Annan Close 1 Apple Blossom Court 1 Arundel Grove 2 Ascot Way 4 Ashbourne Way 2 Ashford Place 1 Ashmeade Close 1 Ashton Lane 3 Askham Croft 1 Askham Grove 1 Askham Lane 8 Bachelor Hill 1 Bannisdale 1 Barbara Grove 2

Postcodes in YO24 50 shown View all postcodes

YO24 1AA YO24 1AB YO24 1AD YO24 1AE YO24 1AF YO24 1AG YO24 1AH YO24 1AJ YO24 1AL YO24 1AN YO24 1AP YO24 1AQ YO24 1AR YO24 1AS YO24 1AU YO24 1AW YO24 1AX YO24 1AY YO24 1AZ YO24 1BB YO24 1BD YO24 1BE YO24 1BF YO24 1BG YO24 1BH YO24 1BJ YO24 1BN YO24 1BQ YO24 1BW YO24 1BY YO24 1DB YO24 1DD YO24 1DE YO24 1DF YO24 1DG YO24 1DH YO24 1DJ YO24 1DL YO24 1DN YO24 1DP YO24 1DQ YO24 1DR YO24 1DS YO24 1DT YO24 1DU YO24 1DW YO24 1DX YO24 1DY YO24 1DZ YO24 1EA