About Balkholme

Balkholme is a small village located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, within the county of England. It lies within the DN14 postcode area, situated in a rural part of the region. The village is surrounded by open countryside, with farmland stretching across the landscape. It is a quiet community, with a modest number of homes and a close-knit local population. The area is known for its peaceful environment and proximity to other villages in the region. While it does not have major attractions, it offers a traditional rural setting typical of the Yorkshire countryside. The village is accessible by road, with nearby towns providing essential services and amenities.

School Ratings in Balkholme

Balkholme is served by 21 schools. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Balkholme

Property prices average £223K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £301K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Balkholme

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Vehicle crime accounts for the highest share in Balkholme, with 2 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Balkholme

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Balkholme falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Balkholme

Most properties in Balkholme can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,705 sales

Average Price £223K
£250 — £24M
Detached £301K 2,776
Semi £172K 2,235
Terraced £119K 2,177
Flat £106K 154

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
2 Secondary
5 Other
Eastrington Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Howden School Secondary 2.1 miles Hook Church of England Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.1 miles Howden Junior School Primary 2.2 miles Howden Church of England Infant School Primary 2.2 miles Sure Start Children's Centre Howden Good 2.4 miles Riverside Special School Good 2.9 miles Sure Start Children's Centre Goole (Kingsway) Good 3 miles Kingsway Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Reedness Primary School Primary 3.1 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Goole Primary 3.2 miles Gilberdyke Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Balkholme IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Balkholme 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
10,599 Children (0-15) 17%
37,917 Working Age 61%
18,100 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.6% 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 Balkholme 13 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Balkholme 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.

5 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Burglary
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
1 Other Theft
1 Other Crime
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

Saltmarshe Train Station 1.1 miles
Eastrington Train Station 1.5 miles
Howden Train Station 2.9 miles
Gilberdyke Train Station 3.2 miles
Goole Train Station 3.5 miles
Wressle Train Station 5.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Kilpin 0.9 miles Kilpin Pike 1.4 miles Eastrington 1.4 miles Laxton 1.4 miles Newland 1.8 miles Skelton 1.8 miles Hook 1.8 miles Greenoak 1.9 miles Saltmarshe 1.9 miles Bellasize 2.5 miles Bennetland 2.6 miles Howden 2.6 miles

Local Government

District East Riding of Yorkshire
County North Yorkshire
Ward Snaith, Airmyn, Rawcliffe and Marshland
Constituency Brigg and Goole
Parish Snaith and Cowick
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in DN14 30 shown View all streets

A.W. Nielsen Road 1 A1041 13 A19 4 A614 8 Addle Lane 1 Adeline Street 1 Aegre Drive 1 Agar Crescent 3 Aire Street 5 Aire View 1 Airmyn Avenue 1 Airmyn Road 3 Albert Street 1 Alexandra Street 4 All Saints Court 1 All Saints Grove 1 Almond Tree Avenue 3 Amethyst Lane 1 Andersen Road 2 Argyle Street 2 Ashdell 1 Aspen Grove 1 Attlee Drive 1 Axholme Street 1 B1228 4 Back Lane 4 Back Street 1 Bakersfield Drive 1 Balk Lane 2 Balne Croft Lane 1

Postcodes in DN14 50 shown View all postcodes

DN14 0AA DN14 0AB DN14 0AD DN14 0AE DN14 0AF DN14 0AG DN14 0AJ DN14 0AL DN14 0AN DN14 0AP DN14 0AQ DN14 0AR DN14 0AS DN14 0AT DN14 0AU DN14 0AW DN14 0AX DN14 0AY DN14 0BA DN14 0BB DN14 0BD DN14 0BE DN14 0BF DN14 0BG DN14 0BJ DN14 0BL DN14 0BN DN14 0BP DN14 0BQ DN14 0BS DN14 0BT DN14 0BU DN14 0BW DN14 0BX DN14 0BY DN14 0BZ DN14 0DA DN14 0DB DN14 0DE DN14 0DF DN14 0DG DN14 0DH DN14 0DJ DN14 0DL DN14 0DN DN14 0DP DN14 0DQ DN14 0DR DN14 0DS DN14 0DW