Masham & Fountains ward is located in North Yorkshire, covering a mix of rural and semi-rural areas. The ward includes the historic market town of Masham, known for its breweries and annual sheep fair. Surrounding villages like Grewelthorpe and Kirkby Malzeard contribute to the ward's agricultural character, with farmland and open countryside dominating the landscape.
The area is home to notable landmarks such as Fountains Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Studley Royal Water Garden. The River Ure runs through the ward, providing a natural boundary and supporting local wildlife. Transport links are primarily road-based, with the A6108 connecting the ward to larger towns like Ripon and Richmond. The ward's economy relies on tourism, farming, and small businesses.
On average Masham & Fountains has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 20 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Masham & Fountains is £48,289 per year. There are 7 schools in Masham & Fountains: 7 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £450,000 in Masham & Fountains area, with individual transactions ranging from £146,000 up to £1,455,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 39 | £579,995 |
| Flats | 1 | £146,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 12 | £350,000 |
| Terraced | 23 | £275,000 |
10 years price trend in Masham & Fountains
HG33AA
Menwith, Beckwithshaw & Denton Moor
HG33EN
Menwith, Beckwithshaw & Denton Moor
HG33PQ
High Street
HG43AN
Fountains Lane
HG43BN
Church Bank
HG43HA
Sawley Moor Lane
HG43JG
Carr Lane
HG43LL
Washington Close
HG43NF
Masham, Kirkby Malzeard & North Stainley
HG43NG
Galphay Lane
HG43NJ
Azerley Lane
HG43RJ
Back Lane
HG44DX
Little Market Place
HG44DZ
Little Market Place
HG44LL
Coal Road
HG33DX
Orchard Lane
HG33AB
Station Lane
HG33AD
Back Lane
HG33JG
Law Lane
HG33JU
Colber Lane
HG44EU
Westholme Road
HG44EZ
Millgate
HG43FD
Aldermans Meadow
HG43LU
Knaresborough Road
HG43NT
Gate Bridge Road
HG43RW
Back Lane
HG44HF
Masham, Kirkby Malzeard & North Stainley
HG44LS
Masham, Kirkby Malzeard & North Stainley
HG33AX
Hollybank Lane
HG33HQ
Sycamore Close
HG33JD
Oak Garth
HG33JR
Colber Lane
HG33NA
Ripon Road
HG33NQ
Dove Bank
HG33NU
High Street
HG33NW
Dishforth, Baldersby & Markington
HG43AF
Dishforth, Baldersby & Markington
HG43EH
Church Close
HG43JF
Railer Bank
HG43LG
Little Crossing
HG43LQ
Littlethorpe Lane
HG43NU
Lumley Lane
HG44DJ
Thiefgate Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.