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Location in North YorkshireAinderby Steeple sits where the marker shows within the county.

11,822
Population
6,519
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£53,594
Avg. household income
808
Businesses
67
People per km²
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About Ainderby Steeple

Ainderby Steeple is a small village located in North Yorkshire, England, within the DL7 postcode area. It lies in the Yorkshire Dales, known for its rolling hills and rural landscapes. The village is centred around a prominent church tower, which gives it its name, and is surrounded by farmland and open countryside. The area offers quiet, peaceful surroundings with limited amenities, typical of a rural English settlement. The village is accessible via local roads and is close to the market town of Leyburn, which provides more extensive services. Ainderby Steeple is part of the Hambleton district and reflects the traditional character of North Yorkshire villages, with stone-built houses and a strong sense of community. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding countryside and enjoying the natural beauty of the region.

School Ratings in Ainderby Steeple

There are 18 schools in and around Ainderby Steeple. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ainderby Steeple

The average property price is £295K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £353K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ainderby Steeple

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Ainderby Steeple, with 4 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ainderby Steeple

Ainderby Steeple sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Ainderby Steeple

There are 9 GP surgeries within three miles of Ainderby Steeple, the nearest being Mayford House Surgery (1.6 miles away).

Local Data for Ainderby Steeple

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Property Prices 2,146 sales

Average Price £295K
£200 , £8.41M
Detached £353K 768
Semi £232K 617
Terraced £195K 426
Flat £128K 187

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Good 6
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the DL7 postcode area.

The Dales School Not applicable 0.5 miles Ainderby Steeple Church of England Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Romanby Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy Primary Good 2 miles Broomfield School Primary 2 miles Applegarth Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Hambleton/Richmondshire Pupil Referral Service Not applicable 2.4 miles Mill Hill Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Northallerton School & Sixth Form College Secondary Good 2.5 miles Oakbridge Church of England Primary School Primary 2.5 miles Leeming RAF Community Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Northallerton and Villages Children's Centre Good 2.9 miles

Household Income in Ainderby Steeple ONS 2023

The average total household income in Ainderby Steeple is approximately £53,594 a year before tax, 3% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,143. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Ainderby Steeple £53,594
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £40,143.

Businesses in Ainderby Steeple ONS 2025

There are approximately 808 active businesses based in Ainderby Steeple, around 68 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.

808 Total businesses
68 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Ainderby Steeple IMD 2025

Ainderby Steeple 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.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 14%
Working age 57%
Older 65+ 29%
1,712 Children (0-15) 14%
6,718 Working Age 57%
3,394 Older (65+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.6% 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 Ainderby Steeple 33 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Ainderby Steeple records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.

Violence & Sexual Offences 16
Anti-Social Behaviour 4
Other Theft 4
Criminal Damage & Arson 3
Public Order 2
Burglary 1
Shoplifting 1
Vehicle Crime 1
Other Crime 1
Local Policing
North Yorkshire Northallerton Visit force website →
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 2 stations

Northallerton Train Station 1.9 miles
Thirsk Train Station 8.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Morton-on-Swale 0.9 miles Thrintoft 0.9 miles Warlaby 0.9 miles Yafforth 1.4 miles Scruton 1.9 miles Romanby 2 miles Northallerton 2.8 miles Leeming 3.1 miles Great Fencote 3.2 miles Little Fencote 3.2 miles Gatenby 3.2 miles Kirkby Fleetham 3.3 miles

Local Government

District Hambleton
County North Yorkshire
Ward Morton-on-Swale
Constituency Richmond (Yorks)
Parish Danby Wiske with Lazenby
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Ainderby Steeple

Of the 5,439 households in and around Ainderby Steeple, 73% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 73% Social rented 10% Private rented 17%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ainderby Steeple

What is the population of Ainderby Steeple?
Ainderby Steeple has a population of approximately 11,822 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Ainderby Steeple?
The average property in and around Ainderby Steeple sold for about £294,624, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 16% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Ainderby Steeple a deprived area?
Ainderby Steeple sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Ainderby Steeple?
Ainderby Steeple is covered by the DL7 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Ainderby Steeple?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Ainderby Steeple, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Ainderby Steeple?
The nearest railway station to Ainderby Steeple is Northallerton Train Station, about 1.9 miles away.

Streets in DL7 30 shown View all streets

A1(M) 2 A167 11 A6055 2 A684 23 Ainderby Gardens 4 Ainderby Road 6 Alban Coore Place 1 Alder Close 1 All Saints Lane 1 Allerton Close 3 Almond Grove 1 Alverton Lane 2 Anchorage Lane 3 Anvil Way 1 Applegarth 2 Ascot Close 1 Ashlands Drive 1 Ashlea Road 2 Aysgarth Grove 1 B1263 9 B6271 10 Back Lane 9 Beaconsfield Street 1 Bedale Road 6 Bedale Rose Avenue 1 Beech Close 3 Beechfield 1 Bilsdale Close 1 Birkby Lane 2 Bishopsgarth 1

Postcodes in DL7 50 shown View all postcodes

DL7 0AA DL7 0AB DL7 0AD DL7 0AE DL7 0AF DL7 0AG DL7 0AH DL7 0AJ DL7 0AL DL7 0AN DL7 0AP DL7 0AQ DL7 0AR DL7 0AS DL7 0AT DL7 0AU DL7 0AW DL7 0AX DL7 0BD DL7 0BG DL7 0BL DL7 0BN DL7 0BP DL7 0BQ DL7 0BW DL7 0DB DL7 0DE DL7 0DF DL7 0DG DL7 0DH DL7 0DJ DL7 0DL DL7 0DN DL7 0DP DL7 0DQ DL7 0DR DL7 0DS DL7 0DT DL7 0DU DL7 0DW DL7 0DX DL7 0DY DL7 0DZ DL7 0EA DL7 0ED DL7 0EE DL7 0EF DL7 0EG DL7 0EH DL7 0EJ