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Living in Ripon: Property Area Guide

North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber · Population 17,000

House Prices in Ripon

£275,000

Average

£430,000

Detached

£280,000

Semi-Detached

£225,000

Terraced

£165,000

Flat

Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.

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About Ripon

Ripon is a charming small cathedral city with easy access to the Yorkshire Dales and A1(M). Fountains Abbey is one of the UK's most visited heritage sites. Property is more affordable than nearby Harrogate while offering similar quality of life.

Lifestyle & Things to Do

Ripon is England's third smallest city with a cathedral, the Hornblower tradition (nightly since 886 AD), and Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal (UNESCO) nearby. The Market Place is one of the largest in England. The city has a strong community feel.

Transport & Commuting

Ripon has no railway station. The A1(M) is 5 miles east at junction 48. Harrogate is 20 minutes by car. York is 40 minutes. The 36 bus provides regular service to Harrogate and Leeds.

Train to London

N/A - nearest mainline Harrogate/Thirsk

Nearest Motorway

A1(M), A61

Schools & Education

Top Schools

  • Outwood Academy Ripon
  • Ripon Cathedral Choir School
  • Ripon Grammar School

Healthcare

Ripon Community Hospital

Best Areas to Live in Ripon

Market Place

North Bridge

Ure Bank

Property Buying Tips for Ripon

The Market Place area has Georgian townhouses. Ure Bank has riverside character. North Bridge is popular with families. Galphay and Kirkby Malzeard are Dales villages within easy reach.

Local Authority

Council

North Yorkshire Council

Council Tax

£1,770 (Band D)

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