About Ryther

Ryther is a small village located in North Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area YO23. It lies approximately 10 miles south of York, making it accessible for those exploring the surrounding region. The village features a mix of residential homes and agricultural land, reflecting its rural character. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities available for residents and visitors alike. The village is served by the nearby River Wharfe, which adds to the natural landscape of the area. Ryther is also conveniently positioned near the A63 road, providing easy access to larger towns and cities. For those interested in walking or cycling, the surrounding countryside offers various routes to enjoy the scenery and local wildlife. Overall, Ryther presents a quiet retreat from the busier urban centres, ideal for those seeking a simple village atmosphere.

School Ratings in Ryther

Families in Ryther have access to 11 local schools. Knavesmire Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ryther

Homes sell for an average of £374K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £342K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ryther

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Ryther, with 32 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ryther

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ryther 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 Ryther

Broadband services in Ryther range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,194 sales

Average Price £374K
£2K — £3.09M
Detached £501K 627
Semi £337K 599
Terraced £342K 1,396
Flat £301K 488

Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
2 Other
Appleton Roebuck Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Cawood Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Kirk Fenton Church of England Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Wistow Parochial Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Riccall Community Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Barkston Ash Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 4.6 miles Tadcaster Children's Centre 4.6 miles Naburn Church of England Primary School Primary 4.7 miles Copmanthorpe Primary School Primary 4.7 miles Tadcaster Primary Academy Primary 4.7 miles Askham Bryan College 16 plus Good 5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ryther IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ryther 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
9/10
Employment
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,128 Children (0-15) 15%
17,341 Working Age 63%
8,074 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15.9% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.7% 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 Ryther 127 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Ryther is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

47 Violence & Sexual Offences
32 Anti-Social Behaviour
12 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Shoplifting
6 Other Theft
6 Public Order
4 Burglary
3 Vehicle Crime
3 Other Crime
2 Drugs
2 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Robbery
Local Policing
North Yorkshire Selby (North) Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Ulleskelf Train Station 2.3 miles
Church Fenton Train Station 3.1 miles
Sherburn-In-Elmet Train Station 4.7 miles
South Milford Train Station 5.9 miles
Selby Train Station 5.9 miles
Micklefield Train Station 7.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Nun Appleton 0 yards Holme Green 1.2 miles Bolton Percy 1.8 miles Acaster Selby 1.8 miles Cawood 1.8 miles Appleton Roebuck 1.9 miles Ulleskelf 2.5 miles West End 2.6 miles Kelfield 2.6 miles Moor End 2.6 miles Stillingfleet 2.6 miles Church Fenton 3.1 miles

Local Government

District York
County North Yorkshire
Ward Micklegate
Constituency York Central
Parish York, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in YO23 30 shown View all streets

A64 7 Acaster Lane 7 Adelaide Street 1 Ainsty Garth 1 Albemarle Road 6 Alcelena Court 2 Aldreth Grove 2 Ancress Walk 1 Anne Street 2 Appleton Court 1 Appleton Road 1 Argyle Street 1 Ash Tree Gardens 1 Askham Fields Lane 3 Askham Lane 1 Back Lane 4 Balmoral Terrace 3 Banks Drive 3 Barbers Drive 2 Barnfield Way 1 Barons Crescent 2 Beadle Garth 1 Beech Avenue 3 Bellmans Croft 1 Beresford Terrace 1 Berry Mews 2 Bewlay Street 2 Bishopthorpe Road 16 Board Street 1 Bond Lane 1

Postcodes in YO23 50 shown View all postcodes

YO23 1AA YO23 1AB YO23 1AD YO23 1AE YO23 1AF YO23 1AG YO23 1AH YO23 1AJ YO23 1AL YO23 1AN YO23 1AP YO23 1AQ YO23 1AR YO23 1AS YO23 1AT YO23 1AU YO23 1AW YO23 1AX YO23 1AY YO23 1AZ YO23 1BA YO23 1BB YO23 1BD YO23 1BE YO23 1BF YO23 1BG YO23 1BH YO23 1BJ YO23 1BL YO23 1BN YO23 1BP YO23 1BQ YO23 1BR YO23 1BS YO23 1BT YO23 1BU YO23 1BW YO23 1BX YO23 1BY YO23 1BZ YO23 1DA YO23 1DB YO23 1DD YO23 1DE YO23 1DF YO23 1DG YO23 1DH YO23 1DJ YO23 1DL YO23 1DN