YO23 2RR postcode in Bishopthorpe, York
YO23 2RR is a postcode in Bishopthorpe, in the Bishopthorpe ward of York. It is in the York Outer parliamentary constituency and the North Yorkshire police force area, and has been in use since June 1998.
Where YO23 2RR is, and what is near it
- YO23 2RR
- Other postcodes in YO23 2: press one for its page
- 4 schools
- 2 railway stations
- 3 GP practices
- 5 bus stops
- Further out, with the distance
Points are centre points, not buildings, and nothing drawn is a boundary. Names in italics are council wards: we hold no town or village names here. Open this area on OpenStreetMap (latitude 53.9191, longitude -1.1054)
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS) Postcode Directory, August 2026, loaded 20 October 2026; schools: Department for Education; stations and bus stops: Department for Transport; GP practices: NHS England; street map: Ordnance Survey, OS Open Zoomstack, Open Government Licence v3.0, drawn with MapLibre. How we use them
Who looks after YO23 2RR?
- YorkCouncil, for all local services York: bins, council tax, planning
- Council tax bandSet for each home, not for a postcode. The bands and a year's charge around YO23 2RR Check a council tax band on GOV.UK
- North YorkshirePolice force area
- York OuterParliamentary constituency. Its MP is Mr Luke Charters (Labour), as Parliament lists them. Contact Mr Luke Charters
ONS places a whole postcode in one council, one ward and one constituency, from a single point. A few postcodes cross a boundary, so an address at the edge can belong to the one next door. Your council tax bill or your poll card settles it for your address.
Council, police force area and constituency: ONS Postcode Directory, August 2026. The MP: UK Parliament, read 14 October 2026.
What broadband can you get at YO23 2RR?
Every home and business at YO23 2RR can get gigabit broadband from a line, Ofcom says.
York: 90%
York: 98%
The line marks the figure across York.
Source: Ofcom, Connected Nations, Spring 2026, data for January 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
When are the bins collected at YO23 2RR?
BinDayBuddy has not read City of York Council's days for YO23 2RR today. It reads them from the council's own system when you ask.
Check the bin days for YO23 2RR on BinDayBuddySource: BinDayBuddy, built from councils' own collection systems and public data. BinDayBuddy is run by Towpath Digital, which also runs this site. How we use it
Is YO23 2RR at risk of flooding?
From rivers and the sea, long term
Medium riskThe Environment Agency counts 44 homes and businesses at YO23 2RR. 20 are in an area at medium risk of flooding from rivers or the sea, and 23 more at a lower risk.
High: 3.3% or more a year (1 in 30). Medium: 1% to 3.3% a year. Low: 0.1% to 1% a year. Very low: under 0.1% a year (1 in 1,000). Each band is the chance of flooding in any one year.
Rivers and the sea only, for the land around buildings, not each building. GOV.UK's checker answers for one address, surface water included.
Source: Environment Agency, Risk of Flooding from Rivers and Sea (postcodes in areas at risk), published 6 July 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0.
From surface water, across York
The Environment Agency publishes this for the whole council, not for YO23 2RR: 1,895 properties in York are at high risk (1.7% of all its properties). All the figures for York
Source: Environment Agency, Risk of Flooding from Surface Water, properties at risk by local authority, version 2025-09, listed 18 September 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0.
Flood warnings
The centre of YO23 2RR is in 2 of the Environment Agency's flood warning areas. No warning or alert was in force for them at 07:01 on 22 October 2026.
- River Ouse at BishopthorpeFlood warning areaIts warnings on GOV.UK: River Ouse at Bishopthorpe
- Upper River OuseFlood alert areaIts warnings on GOV.UK: Upper River Ouse
Source: Environment Agency, flood warning areas read 17 October 2026; warnings in force checked at 07:01 on 22 October 2026, using Environment Agency flood and river level data from the real-time data API (Beta). Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use these
What do homes sell for near YO23 2RR?
Homes in YO23 2 sold for a typical £400,000 in the 12 months to August 2026, across 44 sales, down 4.8% on the 12 months before, HM Land Registry's figures show.
- Detached £505,000 19 sales
- Semi-detached £346,250 20 sales
- Terraced Not enough sales to price (4)
- Flat or maisonette Not enough sales to price (1)
Each bar is that kind's typical price, against the most expensive kind here.
Across the whole YO23 district: a typical £372,500 from 264 sales.
How we work this out: house prices by postcodeSource: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, files dated 28 September 2026. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Homes sold in YO23 2RR
HM Land Registry records 4 standard sales of homes in YO23 2RR from January 2024 to August 2026, the latest on 26 February 2026. The middle price was £400,000, from £376,000 to £415,000. Across YO23 2, the typical price in the 12 months to August 2026 was £400,000. Each sale below opens Land Registry's own record of it.
Sales at market value to a private buyer; the latest months are not complete. Own or live in a home listed here and would rather it were not? Ask us to take it off.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, files dated 28 September 2026. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
What council tax band are homes near YO23 2RR?
The Valuation Office Agency counts about 560 homes in the neighbourhood around YO23 2RR. The largest share of them, 25%, are in council tax band D. More were built from 1983 to 1999 than in any other period (31%). A home's own band is set for that home: check it on GOV.UK.
Council tax bands, and a year's council tax
Band D in York for 2026‑27: £2,287. For the bands the homes here are in, a year's council tax runs from £1,525 (band A) to £4,574 (band H); band D, the most common, is £2,287.
| Band | Homes around here | A year |
|---|---|---|
| Band A | about 10 (2%) | £1,525 |
| Band B | about 20 (4%) | £1,779 |
| Band C | about 120 (21%) | £2,033 |
| Band D | about 140 (25%) | £2,287 |
| Band E | about 130 (23%) | £2,795 |
| Band F | about 80 (14%) | £3,304 |
| Band G | about 50 (9%) | £3,812 |
| Band H | about 10 (2%) | £4,574 |
When the homes were built
- 17% Before 1900
- 2% 1900 to 1918
- 29% 1919 to 1939
- 12% 1945 to 1964
- 8% 1965 to 1982
- 31% 1983 to 1999
- 2% 2000 to 2009
- None 2010 to 2019
- None 2020 or later
2010 to 2019, 2020 or later: none of the homes the VOA counts here.
Averages for York before discounts, not any one home's bill.
Council tax: Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, Council Tax levels set by local authorities in England 2026 to 2027, Table 10, published 25 March 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Counts for the neighbourhood the centre of YO23 2RR is in (ONS area E01013340), rounded by the VOA.
Check one home's band on GOV.UKSource: Valuation Office Agency, Council Tax: stock of properties, at 31 March 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which schools are near YO23 2RR?
The nearest open schools to YO23 2RR, in a straight line. Distance is not a catchment.
Primary
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools, read 17 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. Each school opens its own record there. How we use it
Where is the nearest station to YO23 2RR?
The nearest railway station to the centre of YO23 2RR is York Rail Station, 4.4 km away in a straight line.
- York Rail Station Railway station 4.4 kmCycle
- Poppleton Rail Station Railway station 6.9 kmDrive
Straight-line distances from the centre point, not routes. Walk: under 1.2 km. Cycle: 1.2 to 5 km. Drive: further.
5 bus stops within 400 metres, the nearest Old Police House, 139 m away.
More stations near YO23 2RR, and how we find themSource: Department for Transport, NaPTAN, read 17 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which GP surgeries are near YO23 2RR?
The nearest GP practices to the centre of YO23 2RR, in a straight line. Each sets the area it takes patients from. In England, each opens its page at the Care Quality Commission, which inspects and rates it.
- The Old School Medical Practice Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report August 2016, over 3 years old · Phone 01904 706455 2.4 kmCycle
- Priory Medical Group Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report November 2018, over 3 years old · Phone 01904 404100 3.7 kmCycle
- Dalton Terrace Surgery Care Quality Commission rating: Requires improvement CQC report January 2024 · Phone 01904 658542 3.7 kmCycle
Source: NHS England, Organisation Data Service (GP practices), read 17 October 2026; ratings: Care Quality Commission, 1 October 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Where can I charge an electric car near YO23 2RR?
The nearest charging points to the centre of YO23 2RR, as OpenStreetMap had them on 20 October 2026:
- Evolt Charging point · 6 chargers 1.4 kmCycle
- Pod Point Charging point · 5 chargers · Type 2, CCS, CHAdeMO · up to 722 kW 1.5 kmCycle
- ChargePoint Charging point · 9 chargers 1.9 kmCycle
OpenStreetMap is mapped by volunteers. It does not have every charger, and not every one it has gives its speed or plugs. Check a charger's own app before you set off.
See more chargers on Open Charge MapSource: © OpenStreetMap contributors, Open Database Licence, map as of 20 October 2026. How we use it
Which dentists are near YO23 2RR?
The nearest to the centre of YO23 2RR, in a straight line. Those in England open their page at the Care Quality Commission, which inspects them. It gives few dentists a rating.
- Bishopthorpe Dental Centre Phone 01904 703427 450 mWalk
- Woodthorpe Dental Centre Phone 01904 706795 2.2 kmCycle
- Copmanthorpe Dental Centre Phone 01904 706291 2.3 kmCycle
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which hospitals are nearest to YO23 2RR?
The nearest NHS and private hospitals and clinics in England, in a straight line, with the Care Quality Commission's latest overall rating. One in Wales or Scotland may be nearer.
- The York Hospital Care Quality Commission rating: Requires improvement CQC report September 2026 · Phone 01904 631313 5.7 kmDrive
- Clifton Park Hospital Limited Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report January 2026 · Phone 01904 464550 6.6 kmDrive
Not every hospital has an accident and emergency department. In an emergency, call 999.
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026, ratings of 1 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which care homes are near YO23 2RR?
The nearest care homes to the centre of YO23 2RR, in a straight line, with the Care Quality Commission's latest overall rating.
- Chocolate Works Care Village Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report July 2026 · Phone 01904 208008 2.7 kmCycle
- Ouse View Care Home Care Quality Commission rating: Good CQC report December 2021, over 3 years old · Phone 01904 615110 2.8 kmCycle
- Connaught Court Care Quality Commission rating: Outstanding CQC report December 2019, over 3 years old · Phone 01904 626238 2.8 kmCycle
Source: Care Quality Commission (directory of 14 October 2026, ratings of 1 October 2026), Open Government Licence v3.0. This uses Care Quality Commission information. How we use it
Which pharmacies are near YO23 2RR?
The nearest NHS pharmacies to the centre of YO23 2RR, in a straight line. Those in England show the opening hours they gave the NHS (list published July 2026) and open their page on the NHS website. A few work online or by post only: check before you go.
- Bishopthorpe Pharmacy Mon 9am to 6pm; Tue 9am to 5pm; Wed to Fri 9am to 6pm; Sat 9am to 1pm; Sun closed · Phone 01904 707169 800 mWalk
- Tesco Instore Pharmacy, Askham Bar Mon to Sat 9am to 9pm; Sun 10am to 4pm · Phone 01904 887447 1.5 kmCycle
- Wains Grove - Pharmacy Plus Health Mon to Fri 9am to 5:30pm; Sat and Sun closed · Phone 01904 706923 2.3 kmCycle
Hours can change on bank holidays. For urgent help when a pharmacy is closed, call NHS 111.
Source: NHS Business Services Authority (phone numbers: NHS Organisation Data Service), Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
Which vets are near YO23 2RR?
The nearest vets to the centre of YO23 2RR on OpenStreetMap, in a straight line. Each opens its entry on the map, with its opening hours and website where they are mapped.
- Calcaria Veterinary Practice 2.2 kmCycle
- Minster Veterinary Practice 2.5 kmCycle
- Minster Vets - Crockey Hill 3.5 kmCycle
OpenStreetMap may not have every vet. Out of hours, ring your own vet’s number first: the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons says vets in practice must arrange round-the-clock emergency first aid and pain relief, themselves or through another service.
Source: © OpenStreetMap contributors, Open Database Licence, map as of 20 October 2026. How we use it
Is YO23 2RR in a conservation area?
The centre of YO23 2RR is not in any conservation area, listed building, tree preservation area, green belt or protected landscape that planning.data.gov.uk holds. Not every council has sent all its data, so check with the council before relying on it.
Source: planning.data.gov.uk, asked at the postcode's centre point. Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
How much crime is there near YO23 2RR?
Police.uk records 20 crimes and reports of anti-social behaviour within a mile of the centre of YO23 2RR in August 2026, the latest month it has published.
Police.uk places each report at a nearby point, so this is an area, not a street.
Your local policing team on Police.uk How we work this out: crime by postcode, with the last 12 monthsSource: data.police.uk, from its download of 30 September 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we use it
The official record for YO23 2RR
- Ward
- Bishopthorpe
- Parish
- Bishopthorpe
- Region
- Yorkshire and The Humber
- Country
- England
- Built-up area
- Bishopthorpe
- Rural or urban
- Larger rural, nearer to a major town or city
- In use since
- June 1998
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS) Postcode Directory, August 2026, loaded 20 October 2026. See all our data sources
Where to check what we do not hold
- Food hygiene ratings: Food hygiene ratings, from the Food Standards Agency
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