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York (YO7)
The YO7 postcode area is located in the York postcode town region, within the county of North Yorkshire, and contains a total of 1069 individual postcodes.
There are 96 electoral wards in the YO7 postcode area, including Bridlington, Driffield, Filey, Malton, Pickering, Scarborough, Selby, Thirsk, Whitby, York which come under the local authority of the Hambleton Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 27% of people in YO7 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of YO7 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The YO7 postcode covers Thirsk, North Yorkshire and surrounding villages in the Hambleton district. It is the largest postcode in North Yorkshire, covering approximately 166.9 square miles, and includes over 55 post towns. Many of its settlements are located on the edge of the North Yorks Moors National Park.
Thirsk is the postal town for YO7 and is a popular tourist destination with a thriving high street and bustling market square. It is home to the World of James Herriot, the birthplace of James Herriot and an award-winning museum dedicated to his life and work.
In addition to Thirsk, the YO7 postcode covers well-known places such as Northallerton, Bedale, Easingwold, Masham, Great Ayton and Helmseley.
The area boasts rolling countryside, stone built villages, heritage sites and tourist attractions. Popular visitor attractions include Flamingoland Theme Park and the Great Yorkshire Showground.
The YO7 postcode also covers many picturesque villages such as Boltby, Crayke, Cundall, Easby, Felixkirk, Husthwaite, Leake, Osmotherley and Yearby, just to name a few.
YO7 is a rural area with a low population density, making it the perfect place for wildlife watching, outdoor activities and leisurely walks in the countryside. Thirsk Racecourse is a popular local attraction, as are Glenholme Country Park and Skipbridge Farm.
YO7 is well-connected to the rest of North Yorkshire and, indeed, the country, with easy access to nearby cities and towns, major road networks and two train stations.
Demographics
UNEMPLOYMENT
- 92%WORKING
- 8%UNEMPLOYED
8% of people in YO7 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.
ETHNICITY
- 96%WHITE
- 4%NON-WHITE
96% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.
North Yorkshire
YO7 is located in the county of North Yorkshire, in England.
North Yorkshire has a total population of 1,145,700, making it the 14th largest county in the UK.
North Yorkshire has a total area of 3341 square miles, and a population density of 132 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
Outward Code | YO7 |
Postal Town | York |
MSOA Name | Hambleton 008 |
LSOA Name | Hambleton 008B |
County | North Yorkshire |
Region | North Yorkshire |
Country | England |
Local Authority | Hambleton |
Area Classification | Mainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%) |
YO7 Electoral Wards
The postal region of YO7, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Friday, March 8, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 27% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.