About Firby

Firby is a small village located in North Yorkshire, England, within the YO60 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Malton, providing easy access to local amenities and services. The village features a mix of residential homes and agricultural land, reflecting its rural character. The surrounding countryside offers various walking paths and opportunities to explore the natural landscape. Firby is also conveniently located for those wishing to visit nearby attractions, such as the historic market town of Pickering and the scenic North York Moors National Park. Its location makes it a suitable base for exploring the wider region of North Yorkshire.

School Ratings in Firby

Firby is served by 11 schools. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Firby

Property prices average £431K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £538K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Firby

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Firby, with 1 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Firby

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Firby falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Firby

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Firby, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 604 sales

Average Price £431K
£500 — £2.74M
Detached £538K 265
Semi £279K 116
Terraced £249K 158
Flat £390K 7

Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
2 Secondary
1 Other
Welburn Community Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Leavening Community Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Langton Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Foston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 3.7 miles Malton School Secondary 4 miles Norton College Secondary Good 4.1 miles Amotherby Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 4.2 miles Central Ryedale Children's Centre 4.3 miles Norton Community Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy Primary 4.8 miles Malton Primary Academy Primary 4.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Firby IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Firby 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
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
2,335 Children (0-15) 15%
9,195 Working Age 59%
5,478 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.2% 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 Firby 2 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Firby falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Anti-social behaviour tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring village.

1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
North Yorkshire Ryedale 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 1 stations

Malton Train Station 4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Crambeck 0.9 miles Westow 0.9 miles Kirkham 0.9 miles Menethorpe 1.4 miles Low Hutton 1.4 miles Huttons Ambo 1.4 miles Whitwell-on-the-Hill 1.4 miles Welburn 1.4 miles High Hutton 1.4 miles Crambe 1.4 miles Kennythorpe 2.6 miles Howsham 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Ryedale
County North Yorkshire
Ward Sheriff Hutton
Constituency Thirsk and Malton
Parish Sheriff Hutton
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in YO60 30 shown View all streets

A64 14 Alan Farnaby Way 1 Barney lane 1 Beech Tree Cottages 3 Bull Moor Lane 5 Butts Lane 1 Calverts Garth 1 Castle Howard Station Road 1 Castle Side 2 Chanting Hill Close 3 Chapel Lane 2 Cherry Farm Close 1 Chesnut Avenue 1 Church End 1 Church Lane 4 Cliff Mews 1 Coach Road 1 Cornborough Road 2 Cornbrough Road 1 Cottage Lane 1 Crambeck Village 1 Cross Lane 1 Dalby Bank 1 Dale Road 1 Dark Lane 3 Daskett Hill 2 East End 2 Finkle Street 5 Foston Lane 2 Gennell Lane 1

Postcodes in YO60 50 shown View all postcodes

YO60 6AA YO60 6AB YO60 6AD YO60 6NS YO60 6NT YO60 6NU YO60 6NX YO60 6PA YO60 6PB YO60 6PD YO60 6PE YO60 6PF YO60 6PG YO60 6PH YO60 6PJ YO60 6PN YO60 6PP YO60 6PQ YO60 6PR YO60 6PS YO60 6PT YO60 6PU YO60 6PW YO60 6PX YO60 6PY YO60 6PZ YO60 6QA YO60 6QB YO60 6QD YO60 6QE YO60 6QF YO60 6QG YO60 6QH YO60 6QJ YO60 6QL YO60 6QN YO60 6QP YO60 6QQ YO60 6QR YO60 6QS YO60 6QT YO60 6QU YO60 6QW YO60 6QX YO60 6QY YO60 6QZ YO60 6RA YO60 6RB YO60 6RD YO60 6RE