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

3,489
Population
2,231
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£50,865
Avg. household income
536
Businesses
8
People per km²
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About Brokes

Brokes is a small settlement located in North Yorkshire, within the DL11 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and traditional English landscape. While it is not a large community, Brokes offers a sense of calm and connection to the natural surroundings. The village is situated near the border with County Durham, and its proximity to the Pennines provides opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. The local area is known for its rolling hills and farmland, with a mix of small farms and scattered dwellings. Brokes is accessible by road and is part of the broader network of villages in the region.

School Ratings in Brokes

Brokes is served by 16 schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brokes

Property prices average £385K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £443K.

Deprivation and Employment in Brokes

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brokes falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Healthcare in Brokes

There are 7 GP surgeries within three miles of Brokes, the nearest being Quakers Lane Surgery (1.4 miles away).

Local Data for Brokes

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Property Prices 801 sales

Average Price £385K
£5K , £2.8M
Detached £443K 301
Semi £322K 138
Terraced £266K 210
Flat £233K 8

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
3 Secondary
2 Other
Good 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the DL11 postcode area.

Carnagill Children's Centre Good 1.4 miles Carnagill Community Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Wavell Community Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Trinity Academy Richmond Primary 1.8 miles Richmond School & Sixth Form College Secondary 2 miles Richmond Methodist Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Risedale School Secondary 2.1 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy Primary Good 2.1 miles St Francis Xavier School - a Joint Catholic and Church of England Voluntary Academy Secondary 2.2 miles Hipswell Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Cambrai Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.3 miles Catterick Garrison, Le Cateau Community Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles

Household Income in Brokes ONS 2023

The average total household income in Brokes is approximately £50,865 a year before tax, 8% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,869. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Brokes £50,865
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,869.

Businesses in Brokes ONS 2025

There are approximately 536 active businesses based in Brokes, around 154 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 2 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

536 Total businesses
154 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 0%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Brokes IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brokes in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
2/10
Children 0-15 11%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 30%
394 Children (0-15) 11%
2,050 Working Age 59%
1,046 Older (65+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.8% 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

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Holly Hill 0.9 miles Hudswell 0.9 miles Hurgill 1.4 miles Richmond 1.8 miles Easby 2 miles Hipswell 2.2 miles Scotton 2.6 miles Downholme 2.8 miles Skeeby 3.1 miles Marske 3.2 miles Clints 3.2 miles Brough With St Giles 3.2 miles

Local Government

District Richmondshire
County North Yorkshire
Ward Lower Swaledale & Arkengarthdale
Constituency Richmond (Yorks)
Parish Hudswell
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Brokes

Of the 1,647 households in and around Brokes, 71% are owned, 7% are socially rented and 22% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 71% Social rented 7% Private rented 22%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Brokes

What is the population of Brokes?
Brokes has a population of approximately 3,489 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Brokes?
The average property in and around Brokes sold for about £384,526, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 10% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Brokes a deprived area?
Brokes 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 Brokes?
Brokes is covered by the DL11 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Brokes?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Brokes, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Streets in DL11 30 shown View all streets

A6108 3 A66 7 A67 1 Angram Lane 1 Anvil Square 6 Apedale Road 1 Appleby Lane 1 Arkengarthdale Road 4 Army Road 2 B6270 34 B6274 11 B6275 2 Back Lane 6 Barningham Road 1 Boat Lane 1 Booze Road 7 Bouldershaw Lane 3 Brickkiln Lane 3 Brocca Bank 1 Brokes Lane 1 Butthouse Rigg 1 Cat Bank 1 Clapgate Bank 1 Clay Hill 1 Comfort Lane 1 Cordilleras Lane 2 Corpse Road 1 Cowclose Lane 5 Cross Top 1 Curtain Lane 1

Postcodes in DL11 50 shown View all postcodes

DL11 6AA DL11 6AB DL11 6AD DL11 6AE DL11 6AF DL11 6AG DL11 6AH DL11 6AJ DL11 6AL DL11 6AN DL11 6AP DL11 6AQ DL11 6AR DL11 6AS DL11 6AT DL11 6AU DL11 6AW DL11 6AX DL11 6BD DL11 6BE DL11 6BG DL11 6BH DL11 6BJ DL11 6BL DL11 6BN DL11 6BP DL11 6BQ DL11 6BU DL11 6BW DL11 6DA DL11 6DB DL11 6DD DL11 6DF DL11 6DH DL11 6DN DL11 6DP DL11 6DR DL11 6DT DL11 6DU DL11 6DW DL11 6DX DL11 6DY DL11 6DZ DL11 6EA DL11 6EB DL11 6ED DL11 6EH DL11 6EJ DL11 6EL DL11 6EN