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41,982
Population
16,889
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£53,550
Avg. household income
1,568
Businesses
390
People per km²
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About Monk Fryston

Monk Fryston is a village located in North Yorkshire, England, within the LS25 postcode area. It is situated approximately three miles south of the town of Castleford and around five miles from the larger town of Pontefract. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern housing. The local community is served by a primary school, a village hall, and a few local amenities, providing essential services to residents.

The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, with several footpaths leading into the nearby fields and woodlands. The village is also conveniently located for access to the nearby motorway network, making it easy to travel to larger towns and cities in the region. Overall, Monk Fryston presents a quiet lifestyle with access to both rural and urban facilities.

School Ratings in Monk Fryston

Monk Fryston is served by 34 schools. Green Lane Primary Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Monk Fryston

Property prices average £269K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £220K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Monk Fryston

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Monk Fryston, with 14 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Monk Fryston

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Monk Fryston falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Healthcare in Monk Fryston

There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Monk Fryston, the nearest being South Milford Surgery (1.5 miles away).

Local Data for Monk Fryston

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Property Prices 7,557 sales

Average Price £269K
£1K , £15.13M
Detached £358K 2,459
Semi £220K 3,073
Terraced £179K 1,562
Flat £120K 248

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

27 Primary
3 Secondary
4 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 9

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LS25 postcode area.

Monk Fryston Church of England Primary School Primary Good 146 yards South Milford Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Burton Salmon Community Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Sherburn in Elmet, Athelstan Community Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Fairburn Community Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Sherburn High School Secondary 2.3 miles Sherburn Children's Centre Good 2.8 miles Brotherton Children's Centre Good 2.8 miles Brotherton and Byram Community Primary Academy Primary Good 2.8 miles Sherburn Hungate Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Balance Alternative Provision Not applicable Good 3.4 miles

Household Income in Monk Fryston ONS 2023

The average total household income in Monk Fryston is approximately £53,550 a year before tax, 3% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,659. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Monk Fryston £53,550
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £39,659.

Businesses in Monk Fryston ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,568 active businesses based in Monk Fryston, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 30 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,568 Total businesses
37 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Monk Fryston IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Monk Fryston 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
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 21%
7,408 Children (0-15) 18%
25,495 Working Age 61%
9,092 Older (65+) 22%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.4% 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 Monk Fryston 48 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Monk Fryston falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

Violence & Sexual Offences 20
Anti-Social Behaviour 14
Public Order 4
Criminal Damage & Arson 3
Vehicle Crime 3
Burglary 2
Drugs 1
Other Theft 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

South Milford Train Station 1.7 miles
Sherburn-In-Elmet Train Station 2.6 miles
Church Fenton Train Station 4.7 miles
Micklefield Train Station 4.7 miles
Pontefract Monkhill Train Station 5 miles
Pontefract Baghill Train Station 5.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hillam 0.6 miles Lumby 1.4 miles South Milford 1.4 miles Poole 1.4 miles Burton Salmon 1.4 miles Fairburn 2.2 miles Sherburn in Elmet 2.6 miles Sutton 2.6 miles Newthorpe 2.6 miles Birkin 2.6 miles Brotherton 2.8 miles Byram 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Leeds
County North Yorkshire
Ward Garforth & Swillington
Constituency Elmet and Rothwell
Parish Leeds, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Monk Fryston

Of the 18,026 households in and around Monk Fryston, 77% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 77% Social rented 11% Private rented 12%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Monk Fryston

What is the population of Monk Fryston?
Monk Fryston has a population of approximately 41,982 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Monk Fryston?
The average property in and around Monk Fryston sold for about £269,174, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 23% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Monk Fryston a deprived area?
Monk Fryston sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Monk Fryston?
Monk Fryston is covered by the LS25 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Monk Fryston?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Monk Fryston, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Monk Fryston?
The nearest railway station to Monk Fryston is South Milford Train Station, about 1.7 miles away.

Streets in LS25 30 shown View all streets

A1(M) 2 A162 1 A63 5 Abbotsway 1 Abbotts Close 1 Aberford By-Pass 1 Aberford Road 11 Acaster Drive 3 Admiral Way 1 Aintree Close 1 Airedale Drive 1 Alandale Crescent 1 Alandale Drive 1 Alandale Grove 1 Alandale Road 1 Allerton Rise 1 Alness Avenue 1 Anning Fold 2 Apple Tree Lane 1 Apple Tree Mews 1 Apple Tree Walk 1 Appleby Lane 1 Appletree Court 1 Appletree Way 1 Arran Court 1 Arran Drive 1 Arundel Street 1 Ascot Road 1 Ash Grove Mount 1 Ash Lane 5

Postcodes in LS25 50 shown View all postcodes

LS25 1AA LS25 1AD LS25 1AE LS25 1AF LS25 1AG LS25 1AH LS25 1AJ LS25 1AL LS25 1AN LS25 1AP LS25 1AQ LS25 1AR LS25 1AS LS25 1AT LS25 1AU LS25 1AW LS25 1AX LS25 1AY LS25 1AZ LS25 1BA LS25 1BB LS25 1BD LS25 1BE LS25 1BF LS25 1BG LS25 1BH LS25 1BJ LS25 1BL LS25 1BN LS25 1BP LS25 1BQ LS25 1BR LS25 1BS LS25 1BT LS25 1BU LS25 1BW LS25 1BX LS25 1BY LS25 1BZ LS25 1DA LS25 1DB LS25 1DD LS25 1DE LS25 1DF LS25 1DG LS25 1DH LS25 1DJ LS25 1DL LS25 1DN LS25 1DP