Aldborough on the map

Location in North YorkshireAldborough sits where the marker shows within the county.

7,142
Population
2,367
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£53,555
Avg. household income
378
Businesses
114
People per km²

About Aldborough

Aldborough is a small village located in North Yorkshire, within the historic county of England. Situated in the YO51 postcode area, it lies in a rural setting, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is known for its traditional English character, with a mix of older stone and brick buildings alongside more modern homes. It is close to the A19 road, providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities. Aldborough has a community hall and a local shop, offering basic amenities to residents. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, with several footpaths and bridleways passing through the surrounding fields and woodlands. The village is part of the Hambleton district and benefits from a peaceful, countryside atmosphere.

School Ratings in Aldborough

Families in Aldborough have access to 12 local schools. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Aldborough

Homes sell for an average of £363K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £425K.

Deprivation and Employment in Aldborough

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Aldborough around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Aldborough

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Aldborough, the nearest being Church Lane Surgery (0.5 miles away).

Property Prices 1,624 sales

Average Price £363K
£230 , £11.46M
Detached £425K 840
Semi £242K 379
Terraced £236K 233
Flat £153K 71

Schools & Education 12 within 5 miles View all schools

10 Primary
1 Secondary
1 Other
Good 2
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the YO51 postcode area.

Boroughbridge Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Boroughbridge High School Secondary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Kirby Hill Church of England (VC) Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Roecliffe CofE Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Marton-Cum-Grafton Church of England Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Dishforth Airfield Community Primary School Primary Outstanding 3 miles St Peter's Brafferton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Staveley Community Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Great Ouseburn Community Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Cundall Manor School Not applicable Outstanding 4.1 miles Dishforth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles Bishop Monkton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles

Household Income in Aldborough ONS 2023

The average total household income in Aldborough is approximately £53,555 a year before tax, 3% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,774. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Aldborough £53,555
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £41,774.

Businesses in Aldborough ONS 2025

There are approximately 378 active businesses based in Aldborough, around 53 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

378 Total businesses
53 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Aldborough IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Aldborough 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
8/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 15%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 26%
1,098 Children (0-15) 15%
4,184 Working Age 59%
1,861 Older (65+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.6% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Knaresborough Train Station 6.8 miles
Cattal Train Station 7.2 miles
Starbeck Train Station 8.1 miles
Thirsk Train Station 9.3 miles
Harrogate Train Station 9.4 miles
Hornbeam Park Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Boroughbridge 0.6 miles Milby 0.6 miles Langthorpe 1.4 miles Kirby Hill 1.8 miles Minskip 1.8 miles Myton-on-Swale 1.9 miles Roecliffe 2 miles Grafton 2 miles Myton Hall 2.5 miles Marton 2.6 miles Helperby 2.6 miles Skelton on Ure 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Harrogate
County North Yorkshire
Ward Boroughbridge
Constituency Harrogate and Knaresborough
Parish Boroughbridge
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Aldborough

Of the 3,147 households in and around Aldborough, 74% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 74% Social rented 10% Private rented 16%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Aldborough

What is the population of Aldborough?
Aldborough has a population of approximately 7,142 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Aldborough?
The average property in and around Aldborough sold for about £363,145, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 4% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Aldborough a deprived area?
Aldborough 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 Aldborough?
Aldborough is covered by the YO51 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Aldborough?
There are 12 schools within 5 miles of Aldborough, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Aldborough?
The nearest railway station to Aldborough is Knaresborough Train Station, about 6.8 miles away.

Streets in YO51 30 shown View all streets

A1 2 A1(M) 2 A168 2 Abel Close 1 Aldborough Gate 1 Aldborough Road 2 All Saints Close 1 Arrows Crescent 1 Arrows Terrace 1 Ashbourne Close 1 Ashbourne Road 2 B6265 2 Back Lane 3 Back Street 2 Bar Lane 1 Barnaby Way 1 Battle Close 1 Becklands Close 1 Boroughbridge Road 7 Braimber Lane 1 Brickfield Lane 1 Brickyard Road 1 Bridge Street 2 Chatsworth Grove 1 Chesnut Drive 1 Church Close 1 Church Lane 6 Church Mews 2 Church View 1 Clay Pit Lane 1

Postcodes in YO51 50 shown View all postcodes

YO51 9AA YO51 9AB YO51 9AD YO51 9AE YO51 9AF YO51 9AG YO51 9AH YO51 9AJ YO51 9AL YO51 9AN YO51 9AP YO51 9AQ YO51 9AR YO51 9AS YO51 9AT YO51 9AU YO51 9AW YO51 9AX YO51 9AY YO51 9AZ YO51 9BA YO51 9BB YO51 9BD YO51 9BE YO51 9BF YO51 9BG YO51 9BH YO51 9BJ YO51 9BL YO51 9BN YO51 9BP YO51 9BQ YO51 9BR YO51 9BT YO51 9BU YO51 9BW YO51 9BX YO51 9BY YO51 9BZ YO51 9DA YO51 9DB YO51 9DD YO51 9DE YO51 9DF YO51 9DG YO51 9DH YO51 9DJ YO51 9DL YO51 9DN YO51 9DP