York area guides
For an easy way to find information about some key local areas in York start by searching our York area guide. Alphabetically ordered by area name you'll find all you want to know about York - from local area highlights, the latest property to buy or rent, leading local Estate Agencies and lists of local area resources.
Located in North Yorkshire, England, York is a city saturated in historical significance. Home to a population of 174,400 [1] people, York is famous for its city walls, still intact from Roman times. Whether itâ~@~Ys a city centre flat, a terrace or detached house youâ~@~Yre after,Yorkâ~@~Ys property market is varied and prosperous, with a student population that keeps the rental market thriving. Previously famous for chocolate manufacturing, Yorkâ~@~Ys economy is now more reliant on the industries of finance, health, education and tourism. Unemployment is low at 1.9 per cent [2] .
York has a typical English climate, with a generally mild and sunny summer and a damp winter with minimal snowfall. Summer highs average at 24ðC and summer lows average at 13ðC. Winter highs average at 9ðC and winter lowverage at 3ðC [3] .
Travel by car within York city is difficult as the streets are not equipped to handle modern traffic. It is generally car free and residents and visitors are encouraged to use the park and ride services available. Yorkâ~@~Ys ailway system is sophisticated and provides regular trains to London as well as Edinburgh, Manchester and Leeds. Local public transport is predominantly by bus. Yorkâ~@~Ys closest airports are Manchester Airport and Leeds-Bradford Airpor.t
York Property Market
Property prices continue to rise in York, which can be partially attributed to its developing economy, with the industries of technology and science becoming more prominent. Prices still remain slightly lower than the national average.
The University of Yorkâ~@~Ys 13,270 [4] students maintain a healthy rental market in York. Located on the outskirts of the city centre, the area surrounding the university is a hotspot for student accommodation. City centre flats are another option.
Yorkâ~@~Ys medieval streets are brimming with semi detached houses, terrace houses, detached houses and newly developed flats. The cityâ~@~Ys varied demographic provides a blend of young families, students, retired people anyoung professionals.
York Information
City of York Council Find out what's going on in your local community and stay up to date with the latest information and services in your local area. City of York Council address is The Guildhall York YO1 9QN.