YO26 in York has demonstrated modest rental performance relative to broader price appreciation over the past five years. The district achieved a rent growth compound annual rate of 4.2%, outpacing the 1.8% price growth CAGR by a considerable margin, suggesting rental yields may appeal to income-focused investors. Population growth of 0.5% over five years indicates minimal demographic expansion, whilst the postcode's latent gentrification stage implies limited visible regeneration activity to date. With a trajectory score of 49.4 out of 100—placing it at the 45th percentile nationally—YO26 presents characteristics typical of average-performing districts rather than those showing pronounced upside or downside momentum.
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- 1Property prices up 1.0% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.2% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.5% per year
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What's changing in York · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.8 points this month to 49/100, driven mainly by price opportunity.
23 planning applications submitted in YO26 over the last six months, 1 demolition.
- Single storey rear extension following demolition of conservatoryApr 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Fell 1no. Sycamore and 1no. Eucalyptus - tree works in a Conservation Area.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Certificate of lawfulness for proposed development of a storey rear extensionJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
York (YO26) common questions
Is York up and coming?
York (YO26) has a trajectory score of 49/100 (Average), placing it in the top 58% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 0.8 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is York safe?
York has a safety score of 91/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in York?
The average property price in York (YO26) is £329k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.0% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in York?
The median monthly rent in York (YO26) is £830 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near York?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Seaham (SR7), Sunderland (SR2), Sunderland (SR1), Peterlee (SR8), Sunderland (SR6). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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