About Layerthorpe

Layerthorpe is a suburb located in North Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area YO10. It is situated to the east of York city centre, making it a convenient location for those wishing to access the amenities and attractions of the city. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing styles, including modern developments and traditional properties. Layerthorpe is well-served by local shops, schools, and parks, providing a community feel for its residents. Transport links are also a significant advantage of Layerthorpe, with easy access to bus services and nearby roads leading into York and beyond. The suburb is close to the River Foss, which offers pleasant walking routes along its banks. Layerthorpe serves as a practical base for those looking to enjoy both the tranquillity of suburban living and the vibrancy of nearby York.

School Ratings in Layerthorpe

Families in Layerthorpe have access to 79 local schools. Lord Deramore's Primary School, Archbishop Holgate's School, A Church of England Academy and Fulford School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Layerthorpe

Homes sell for an average of £341K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £303K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Layerthorpe

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Layerthorpe, with 186 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Layerthorpe

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Layerthorpe among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Layerthorpe

Layerthorpe benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,086 sales

Average Price £341K
£5K — £15.3M
Detached £442K 351
Semi £303K 1,006
Terraced £282K 856
Flat £181K 758

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

46 Primary
9 Secondary
24 Other
St Lawrence's Children's Centre 0.2 miles St Lawrence's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles The Avenues Children's Centre Good 0.5 miles Tang Hall Primary Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles St George's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary 0.5 miles Fishergate Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles University of York Good 0.7 miles St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles St Aelred's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Heworth Church of England Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Osbaldwick Primary Academy Primary 0.8 miles York St John University Good 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Layerthorpe IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Layerthorpe experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
4,490 Children (0-15) 11%
29,529 Working Age 75%
6,815 Older (60+) 17%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.4% 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 Layerthorpe 722 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Layerthorpe are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

269 Violence & Sexual Offences
186 Anti-Social Behaviour
77 Shoplifting
36 Criminal Damage & Arson
35 Other Theft
35 Public Order
23 Burglary
22 Drugs
12 Bicycle Theft
10 Vehicle Crime
7 Weapons
7 Robbery
2 Other Crime
1 Theft from Person
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 2 stations

Poppleton Train Station 3.6 miles
Ulleskelf Train Station 9.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Heworth 0.6 miles Walmgate Stray 0.6 miles Tang Hall 0.9 miles Heslington 0.9 miles York 1.2 miles Osbaldwick 1.2 miles Fulford 1.2 miles South Bank 1.4 miles Nunthorpe 1.8 miles Clifton 1.8 miles Holgate 1.9 miles Grimston 1.9 miles

Local Government

District York
Ward Hull Road
Constituency York Central
Parish York, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in YO10 30 shown View all streets

Abbotsford Road 2 Albert Street 4 Alcuin Avenue 6 Alexandra Court 1 Allen Close 1 Alma Court 1 Alma Grove 1 Alma Terrace 3 Alne Terrace 1 Alvis Grove 1 Ambleside Avenue 1 Ambrose Street 2 Anson Drive 1 Apollo Court 1 Apollo Street 1 Arncliffe Mews 1 Arnside Place 1 Arthur Street 1 Atcherley Close 1 Badger Wood Walk 1 Barbican Mews 1 Barbican Road 1 Barmby Avenue 1 Barstow Avenue 1 Bateson Close 1 Baysdale Avenue 2 Beaufort Close 1 Bedale Avenue 1 Belle Vue Cottages 1 Belle Vue Street 1

Postcodes in YO10 50 shown View all postcodes

YO10 3AA YO10 3AB YO10 3AD YO10 3AE YO10 3AF YO10 3AG YO10 3AH YO10 3AJ YO10 3AL YO10 3AN YO10 3AP YO10 3AQ YO10 3AR YO10 3AS YO10 3AT YO10 3AU YO10 3AW YO10 3AX YO10 3AY YO10 3AZ YO10 3BA YO10 3BB YO10 3BD YO10 3BE YO10 3BF YO10 3BG YO10 3BH YO10 3BJ YO10 3BL YO10 3BN YO10 3BP YO10 3BQ YO10 3BR YO10 3BS YO10 3BT YO10 3BU YO10 3BW YO10 3BX YO10 3BY YO10 3BZ YO10 3DA YO10 3DB YO10 3DD YO10 3DE YO10 3DF YO10 3DG YO10 3DH YO10 3DJ YO10 3DL YO10 3DN