Bishopthorpe, York
Key facts
Bishopthorpe is a UK electoral ward in York. Bishopthorpe is a quiet village on York's southern edge. Crime rates are low and keep dropping year on year, and the air quality is consistently good.
About Bishopthorpe
Bishopthorpe is a quiet village on York's southern edge. Crime rates are low and keep dropping year on year, and the air quality is consistently good. House prices are higher than most neighbouring areas — detached homes average £599,000 — which reflects how much people want to live in a village setting this close to the city. Local schools do well, with 73% of pupils meeting expected Key Stage 2 standards. You'll find a post office, pharmacy, and a few independent shops for day-to-day needs. Working from home is the norm here, with 43% of residents doing it. Both cyclists and drivers have good routes into York via the nearby A64.
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