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

9,784
Population
4,554
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
10
Schools nearby
£39,448
Avg. household income
319
Businesses
76
People per km²
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About Borrowby

Borrowby is a small village located in North Yorkshire, within the historic county of England. It lies in the Tees Valley area, with the postcode TS13 covering the surrounding region. The village is situated near the River Tees, offering views of the surrounding countryside and a peaceful rural atmosphere. The area is known for its agricultural land and traditional English countryside character. Borrowby is part of the civil parish of Yarm and is close to the market town of Yarm, which provides local amenities and services. The village has a small community with a mix of older and newer homes, and it benefits from good access to the A66 and A689 roads, making it convenient for travel to nearby towns and cities. The surrounding landscape includes rolling hills and wooded areas, typical of the North Yorkshire moors.

School Ratings in Borrowby

Borrowby is served by 10 schools. Saint Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Borrowby

Property prices average £155K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £105K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Borrowby

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Borrowby, with 9 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Borrowby

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Borrowby is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Borrowby

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Borrowby, the nearest being Staithes Surgery (1.7 miles away).

Local Data for Borrowby

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Property Prices 1,546 sales

Average Price £155K
£1K , £2.22M
Detached £284K 205
Semi £157K 326
Terraced £105K 851
Flat £101K 40

Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
2 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the TS13 postcode area.

Oakridge Community Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Staithes, Seton Community Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Saint Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary Outstanding 3.7 miles East Cleveland SureStart Children's Centre 3.8 miles Hummersea Primary School Primary 4 miles Handale Primary School Primary 4.1 miles Lythe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 4.6 miles Old Farm School Not applicable Good 4.7 miles Whitecliffe Academy Primary 4.7 miles Lealholm Primary School Primary 4.8 miles

Household Income in Borrowby ONS 2023

The average total household income in Borrowby is approximately £39,448 a year before tax, 29% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £30,400. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Borrowby £39,448
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £30,400.

Businesses in Borrowby ONS 2025

There are approximately 319 active businesses based in Borrowby, around 33 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 0 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

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

Deprivation and Employment in Borrowby IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Borrowby as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 57%
Older 65+ 25%
1,746 Children (0-15) 18%
5,618 Working Age 57%
2,421 Older (65+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 43.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19.3% 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 Borrowby 43 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Borrowby experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established small town.

Violence & Sexual Offences 10
Anti-Social Behaviour 9
Criminal Damage & Arson 7
Public Order 7
Drugs 4
Other Theft 2
Burglary 1
Robbery 1
Shoplifting 1
Other Crime 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.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Lealholm Train Station 4.8 miles
Danby Train Station 6.1 miles
Glaisdale Train Station 6.2 miles
Egton Train Station 6.5 miles
Grosmont Train Station 7.2 miles
Sleights Train Station 7.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Newton Mulgrave 0.6 miles Roxby 0.9 miles Ellerby 1.4 miles Hinderwell 1.4 miles Port Mulgrave 1.8 miles Runswick Bay 2 miles Staithes 2 miles Scaling 2.2 miles Easington 2.2 miles Boulby 2.6 miles Mickleby 2.6 miles Ugthorpe 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Redcar and Cleveland
County North Yorkshire
Ward Brotton
Constituency Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland
Parish Loftus
Region North East

Home Ownership in Borrowby

Of the 4,450 households in and around Borrowby, 61% are owned, 21% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 61% Social rented 21% Private rented 18%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Borrowby

What is the population of Borrowby?
Borrowby has a population of approximately 9,784 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Borrowby?
The average property in and around Borrowby sold for about £154,731, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 56% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Borrowby a deprived area?
Borrowby sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Borrowby?
Borrowby is covered by the TS13 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Borrowby?
There are 10 schools within easy reach of Borrowby, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Borrowby?
The nearest railway station to Borrowby is Lealholm Train Station, about 4.8 miles away.

Streets in TS13 30 shown View all streets

A171 2 Abingdon Road 2 Abram Lane 1 Albion Place 1 Arlington Street 2 Ash Grove 1 Bank Top Lane 2 Barnard Road 1 Barras Square 1 Beach Road 1 Beacon Hill 1 Beckside 1 Boathouse Yard 1 Borrowby Lane 3 Boulby Drive 1 Boulby Road 1 Broom Hill 1 Brotton Road 3 Brown's Terrace 3 Captain Cook's Close 5 Carlin Park 2 Cedar Grove 2 Chapel Street 1 Chapel Yard 4 Church Street 1 Cleveland Street 2 Cliff Crescent 1 Cliff Road 2 Cliff Terrace 1 Cliffe Avenue 1

Postcodes in TS13 50 shown View all postcodes

TS13 4AA TS13 4AB TS13 4AD TS13 4AE TS13 4AF TS13 4AJ TS13 4AN TS13 4AP TS13 4AQ TS13 4AS TS13 4AT TS13 4AU TS13 4AW TS13 4AX TS13 4AY TS13 4AZ TS13 4BA TS13 4BB TS13 4BD TS13 4BE TS13 4BF TS13 4BH TS13 4BJ TS13 4BL TS13 4BN TS13 4BP TS13 4BQ TS13 4BS TS13 4BT TS13 4BU TS13 4BW TS13 4BX TS13 4BY TS13 4BZ TS13 4DA TS13 4DB TS13 4DD TS13 4DE TS13 4DF TS13 4DG TS13 4DH TS13 4DJ TS13 4DL TS13 4DN TS13 4DP TS13 4DQ TS13 4DR TS13 4DS TS13 4DT TS13 4DU