Scotton & Lower Wensleydale is a rural ward in North Yorkshire, covering several villages and hamlets, including Scotton, Wensley, and parts of the wider Wensleydale area. The ward is characterised by its rolling countryside, farmland, and proximity to the River Ure. Settlements here are small, with a mix of traditional stone-built homes and agricultural buildings. The area is known for its quiet, community-focused way of life, with local amenities centred around village halls, pubs, and churches.
The ward lies within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, offering access to walking trails and scenic landscapes. Agriculture remains a key part of the local economy, alongside tourism due to the area's natural beauty and historic sites like Bolton Castle. Public transport links are limited, with most residents relying on cars. The ward has a strong sense of heritage, with annual events and traditions reflecting its rural identity.
On average Scotton & Lower Wensleydale has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 30 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Scotton & Lower Wensleydale is £43,528 per year. There are 5 schools in Scotton & Lower Wensleydale: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 61 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Scotton & Lower Wensleydale area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £810,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 19 | £375,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 23 | £185,000 |
| Terraced | 19 | £180,000 |
10 years price trend in Scotton & Lower Wensleydale
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Manor Green
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Sinks Lane
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Marriforth Lane
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Church Lane
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West Moor Lane
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Bedale Road
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Osprey Close
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Falcon Close
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Brompton Road
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Church Bank
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Hargill Road
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Bedale Road
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Messines Road
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Mill Close Lane
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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School Lane
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Sinks Lane
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Blewhouse Lane
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Kemmel Close
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Enfield Close
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Back Lane
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Craggs Lane
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Green Lane
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Leyburn Road
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Blandford Road
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Teesdale Road
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Goose Green Close
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The Garth
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Blewhouse Lane
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Catterick Road
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Hunton Road
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Bedale Road
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Belton Park Drive
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Marriforth Lane
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Back Lane
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No Man's Moor Lane
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Mill Close Lane
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Pastures Green
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Brompton Road
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Chapel Lane
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Argill
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Hargill
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Ashfield Close
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Ashfield Close
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Hambleton Road
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Horne Road
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Horne Road
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Loos Road
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Filey Close
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Catterick Road
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Bedale Road
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Sinks Lane
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School Lane
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Range Road
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Bedale Road
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Orchard Mews
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Harley Lane
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St Oswalds Road
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Hallwith Road
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Leyburn Road
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Bedale Road
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Castleton Road
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Catterick Road
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James Lane
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Mill Close Lane
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Sinks Lane
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Scotton Road
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Harley Crescent
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Cleveland Road
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Low Hall Lane
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Gyll Hall Lane
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Leyburn, Middleham & Tunstall
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Ratten Row
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South Moor Lane
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Donald Smith Court
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Beech Close
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Catterick Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.