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About Burythorpe
Burythorpe is a small village located in North Yorkshire, within the YO17 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural setting, surrounded by open countryside typical of the Yorkshire Wolds. The village is situated near the A166 road, which connects it to nearby towns and villages. Burythorpe is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. The area is known for its agricultural landscape, with fields and farmland forming a significant part of the local environment. There are no major commercial centres within the village itself, but local amenities are accessible in nearby settlements. The community is quiet and peaceful, offering a rural lifestyle with easy access to the wider region.
School Ratings in Burythorpe
There are 10 schools in and around Burythorpe. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Burythorpe
The average property price is £286K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £363K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Burythorpe
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Burythorpe, with 10 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Burythorpe
Burythorpe sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Local Data for Burythorpe
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Property Prices 3,330 sales
Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the YO17 postcode area.
Household Income in Burythorpe ONS 2023
The average total household income in Burythorpe is approximately £45,520 a year before tax, 18% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,782. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,782.
Businesses in Burythorpe ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,244 active businesses based in Burythorpe, around 59 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 20 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Burythorpe IMD 2025
Burythorpe 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.
Crime in Burythorpe 47 crimes · May 2026
Burythorpe 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 town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 1 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Burythorpe
Of the 9,422 households in and around Burythorpe, 64% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 20% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Burythorpe.