Appleton-le-Moors, North Yorkshire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Appleton-le-Moors

Appleton-le-Moors is a small village located in the North Yorkshire countryside, within the YO62 postcode area. It lies to the west of the town of Pickering and is situated near the edge of the North York Moors National Park. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional stone and brick houses, and is surrounded by open fields and rolling hills. The area is known for its rural tranquillity and proximity to walking trails that explore the moorland and woodland. There is a local pub, the Appleton Arms, which serves as a community hub, and a small church, St. John's, which dates back to the 12th century. The village is accessible by road via the B1256, and the nearest railway station is in Pickering, about five miles away.

School Ratings in Appleton-le-Moors

There are 9 schools in and around Appleton-le-Moors. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Appleton-le-Moors

The average property price is £381K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £444K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Appleton-le-Moors

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Appleton-le-Moors, with 1 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Appleton-le-Moors

Appleton-le-Moors 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 broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Appleton-le-Moors

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Appleton-le-Moors, the nearest being Kirkbymoorside Surgery (2.5 miles away).

Local Data for Appleton-le-Moors

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Property Prices 1,852 sales

Average Price £381K

£500 , £9.9M

Detached £444K 746

Semi £278K 494

Terraced £272K 365

Flat £175K 74

Schools & Education 9 nearby View all schools

6 Primary

1 Secondary

2 Other

Good 7

Ofsted ratings for schools in the YO62 postcode area.

Sinnington Community Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Northern Ryedale Good 2.7 miles Kirkbymoorside Community Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Gillamoor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Welburn Hall School Not applicable Good 3.7 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy Primary 4 miles Lady Lumley's Academy Secondary Good 4 miles Pickering Community Junior School Primary Good 4.1 miles Pickering Community Infant School Primary Good 4.6 miles

Household Income in Appleton-le-Moors ONS 2023

The average total household income in Appleton-le-Moors is approximately £48,063 a year before tax, 13% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,111. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Appleton-le-Moors £48,063

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £37,111.

Businesses in Appleton-le-Moors ONS 2025

There are approximately 958 active businesses based in Appleton-le-Moors, around 70 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% 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.

958 Total businesses

70 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 91%

Small, 10-49 7%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Appleton-le-Moors IMD 2025

Appleton-le-Moors 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

6/10

Income

7/10

Employment

8/10

Education

6/10

Health

8/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

3/10

Children 0-15 14%

Working age 56%

Older 65+ 30%

1,972 Children (0-15) 14%

7,560 Working Age 56%

4,072 Older (65+) 30%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.2% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.7% 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 Appleton-le-Moors 1 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Appleton-le-Moors records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Anti-social behaviour 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.

Anti-Social Behaviour 1

Local Policing

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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Spaunton 1.4 miles Sinnington 1.4 miles Cropton 1.8 miles Keldholme 2 miles Wrelton 2 miles Lastingham 2 miles Kirkby Mills 2.2 miles Hutton-le-Hole 2.2 miles Marton 2.5 miles Kirkbymoorside 2.6 miles Great Edstone 2.6 miles Cawthorne 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Ryedale

County North Yorkshire

Ward Hovingham

Constituency Thirsk and Malton

Parish Slingsby

Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Appleton-le-Moors

Of the 6,215 households in and around Appleton-le-Moors, 67% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 23% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 67% Social rented 10% Private rented 23%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Appleton-le-Moors.

Frequently Asked Questions about Appleton-le-Moors

What is the population of Appleton-le-Moors?

Appleton-le-Moors has a population of approximately 13,610 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Appleton-le-Moors?

The average property in and around Appleton-le-Moors sold for about £381,210, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 9% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Appleton-le-Moors a deprived area?

Appleton-le-Moors sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Appleton-le-Moors?

Appleton-le-Moors is covered by the YO62 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Appleton-le-Moors?

There are 9 schools within easy reach of Appleton-le-Moors, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Streets in YO62 30 shown View all streets

A170 13 Acres Close 1 Amble Close 3 Anserdale Lane 5 Arden Lane 2 Ashdale Road 3 Ashwood Close 2 Aspen Way 1 B1257 15 B1363 1 Back Lane 13 Balksyde 1 Barkers Yard 2 Baxton's Road 1 Baxtons Road 1 Beadlam Rigg 1 Beckdale Road 1 Beckett Close 1 Beech Drive 1 Bell's Court 1 Bellaby Park 1 Birdforth Way 1 Bondgate 7 Bondgate Mews 1 Bonfield Gill Bridge 1 Boonhill Road 3 Bottomfields Lane 1 Bridge Farm Close 1 Bridge Row 1 Bridge Street 4

Postcodes in YO62 50 shown View all postcodes

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