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Thirsk, United Kingdom
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Thirsk is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 9,953. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 9,953 |
| Population Density | 2,027 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.2330°, -1.3441° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.8 inches (1,086 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.6 inches (19 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,714 |
| Median Age | 48.3 years |
About Thirsk
Thirsk is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 9,953. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Thirsk vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Thirsk vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,714 |
| 38% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,714 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $898 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 906 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $350,437 |
| 24% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,168 |
| 0% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 3,981 |
Property Tax
Climate in Thirsk
Thirsk has an average annual temperature of 9.6°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.2°C), the coldest is Jan (4.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 654 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 491.1 sq mi (1,271.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,027/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.2330°N, 1.3441°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 2.4 in |
Thirsk has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 2,027/sq mi |
| Total Area | 491.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Thirsk
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knayton Church of England Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Thirsk Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thirsk School & Sixth Form College | - | - | - | - |
| Sowerby Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| All Saints Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| South Kilvington Church of England Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Pickhill Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Carlton Miniott Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Breckenbrough School | - | - | - | - |
| Keeble Gateway Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Thirsk
19 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zetland FM | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CVFM | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| News Radio UK | information, news | AAC | |
| ARP Radio | dub, dub techno | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Aycliffe Radio | local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Leeds Student Radio | student radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Yo1 Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hear Me - top pop | pop, pop music | MP3 | |
| Prince Bishops Hospital Radio | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Radio Stitch | hospital radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kearney FM | community radio, local news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HWD Hospital Radio | - | AAC+ 112 kbps | |
| University Radio York | - | MP3 48 kbps | |
| HearMe - trance | trance | MP3 | |
| Jorvik Radio | - | AAC 320 kbps | |
| Harrogate Hospital Radio | classic hits, hospital radio | MP3 | |
| Phoenix Radio | 2000s, 2010s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Tempo 107.4 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Powerhouse Radio | christian, christian contemporary | MP3 |
Museums in Thirsk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldborough Roman Site Museum | ||||
| Mother Shipton's Museum and Gift Shop | ||||
| Mount Grace House | ||||
| Rievaulx Abbey Museum | ||||
| Ripon Prison and Police Museum | ||||
| Shandy Hall | ||||
| The Courthouse Museum | ||||
| The Royal Pump Room Museum | ||||
| The World of James Herriot | ||||
| Thirsk Museum | ||||
| Tudor Courthouse Museum | ||||
| Workhouse Museum |
Libraries in Thirsk
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilton and Woodfield Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Boroughbridge Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Easingwold Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Harrogate Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Knaresborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Northallerton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Poppleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ripon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Starbeck Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Globe Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thirsk Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Thirsk
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Thirsk
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Thirsk
14 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Thirsk
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Thirsk
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Thirsk
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Thirsk
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Thirsk
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Thirsk
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Thirsk
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Thirsk
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Thirsk
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Thirsk
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Thirsk
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Thirsk
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Thirsk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayonet Brewing | ||||
| Daleside Brewery | ||||
| Harrogate Brewing Company | ||||
| Pennine Brewing Co | ||||
| Turning Point Brew Co | ||||
| Wainstones Brewery | ||||
| Yorkshire Heart |
Airports Near Thirsk
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Leeds Bradford Airport | LBA | Large Airport |
| Leeds East Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Leeming | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Topcliffe | - | Medium Airport |
| Teesside International Airport | MME | Medium Airport |
| Acaster Malbis Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Askern Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bagby Thirsk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baxby-Husthwaite Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Birchwood Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Birds Edge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boon Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Breighton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bridge Cottage Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Burn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bywell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croft Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crosland Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Currock Hill Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dishforth Village Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elvington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Felixkirk Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Finningley Village Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fishburn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Full Sutton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Garforth Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gilrudding Grange Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Greenhills Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Haxey Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hazlewood Gallop / Tadcaster Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| High Flats Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Howden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hutton Grange Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ings Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lodge Field House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Low Moor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Melrose Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newgate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newton-on-Rawcliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Moor Aero Club Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| North Rigton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oxenhope Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Peterlee Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pocklington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ravensworth Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Redmoor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rufforth East Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Thirsk
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Carlton Miniott Post Office | |
| Thirsk Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Thirsk
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| All Saints, Pickhill | |
| Family Life Church | |
| Hambleton Evangelical Church | |
| Hollybush Christian Fellowship | |
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Saint Marys | |
| Sowerby Methodist Church | |
| St James Green Methodist Church | |
| St John the Baptist | |
| St Lawrence, Carlton Miniott | |
| St Leonard | |
| St Leonard | |
| St Oswald | |
| St Wilfrid | |
| St Wilfrid | |
| Thirsk Friends Meeting House |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Thirsk
What is the population of Thirsk?
Thirsk has a population of 9,953 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2,027 people per square mile, spread across 491.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Thirsk expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,714, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $350,437 (24% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,168 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Thirsk?
Thirsk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Thirsk?
Thirsk has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $898. There are 906 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Thirsk?
The median home value in Thirsk is $350,437. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,168. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Thirsk?
50.0% of adults in Thirsk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Thirsk?
97.1% of residents speak only English at home.