Wheatlands is in Malton and in North Yorkshire district. YO17 7FN is located in the Malton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thirsk and Malton. This postcode has been in use since 2016-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wheatlands, Malton, YO17 7FN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO17 7AX, YO17 7BF, YO17 7BR, YO17 7PR, YO17 7BP, YO17 7BW, YO17 7NN, YO17 7AP, YO17 7PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO17 7FN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 53.5% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 50.2% | 46.5% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.5% | 37% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 46.4% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 2.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 10.9% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 3.3% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.2% | 62.8% | 12.6% | 48.4% | 14.4% |
| Good health | 37% | 26.3% | -10.7% | 33.6% | -7.3% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 8% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around YO17 7FN this area, 7.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16% | 7.6% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 6.2% | -9.8% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 15.3% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5.8% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 23.6% | 10.0% | 16.9% | 6.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 40% | 12.8% | 33.8% | 6.2% |
| Other | 5.3% | 1.5% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97% | 95.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 92.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.6% | 92.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 91.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 4.5% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0.5% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.7% | 37.2% | 10.5% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wheatlands was 14.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.4% lower than the Malton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Wheatlands has the 7th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Malton and the 312th lowest crime rate of 2,067 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Wheatlands, Malton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2024-05-02 | £476,734 |
| 9 Wheatlands, Malton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £484,000 | 2023-12-18 | £498,322 |
| 3 Wheatlands, Malton, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2023-09-08 | £281,620 |
| 2 Wheatlands, Malton, North Yorkshire Detached, a newly built property | £225,416 | 2020-10-02 | £266,329 |
| 6 Wheatlands, Malton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £374,950 | 2020-07-17 | £458,020 |
YO17 7FN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 122 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy Highfield Road , YO17 7DB | - not rated | 1,145 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malton Community Primary School Highfield Road , YO17 7DB | - not rated | 1,145 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Malton Highfield Road , YO17 7DB | - not rated | 1,145 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Malton Primary Academy Highfield Road , YO17 7DB | - not rated | 1,145 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Community Primary School Grove Street , Norton YO17 9BG | 3out of 4 | 1,825 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malton School Middlecave Road , YO17 7NH | 3out of 4 | 634 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Malton School Middlecave Road , YO17 7NH | - not rated | 634 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton College Langton Road , Norton YO17 9PT | - not rated | 2,359 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton College Langton Road , Norton YO17 9PT | 3out of 4 | 2,359 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malton Montessori School Uplands House , Castle Howard Road YO17 6NJ | - not rated | 775 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Preparatory School Castle Howard Road , YO17 7AY | - not rated | 778 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Head | Amotherby, Malton | 430 yd | |
| Dinner By Uovo At The Cross Keys | Cross Keys, 47 Wheelgate | 689 yd | |
| FortySix | 46 Market Place, Malton | 707 yd | |
| The Hidden Monkey | 34 Market Place, Malton | 720 yd | |
| The New Derwent Coffee Bar And Bistro | 57 Market Place, Malton | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Ball | 14 Newbiggin, Malton | 442 yd | |
| The Spotted Cow | Spotted Cow, Cattle Market | 678 yd | |
| Chapter Two Bar | 5 Market Place, Malton | 722 yd | |
| Milton Rooms | Market Place, Malton | 749 yd | |
| The New Globe | 3 Yorkersgate, Malton | 869 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Half Time Hut | Malton Community Sports Centre, Broughton Road | 182 yd | |
| La Unica And The Hen House | 19 - 23 Newbiggin, Malton | 579 yd | |
| Connies | Greengate, Malton | 697 yd | |
| The Groovy Moo Ice Cream Co. Limited | 3 Talbot Yard, Yorkersgate | 793 yd | |
| Speedy Pepper | 26 Yorkersgate, Malton | 846 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 1 Milton Avenue, Malton | 878 yd | |
| Morrisons | Castlegate, Malton | 1,002 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Malton Community Sports Centre | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 583 yd |
| The Workhouse Gym 7A 7A MARKET STREET | health and fitness suite | 793 yd |
| Body And Soul 41B 41B GREENGATE | health and fitness suite | 807 yd |
| Malton Squash Club Old Maltongate | squash courts, tennis courts | 866 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 34.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.67 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.