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Skipton West & West Craven

About

Skipton West & West Craven is a ward in North Yorkshire, covering the western part of Skipton and extending into the rural areas of West Craven. The ward includes residential neighborhoods, farmland, and small villages, blending urban and countryside living. Skipton, known as the "Gateway to the Dales," serves as a market town with historic landmarks like Skipton Castle and a bustling high street.

The area features a mix of housing, from traditional stone cottages to modern developments, catering to a range of residents. West Craven's landscape is characterized by rolling hills, farmland, and scattered settlements, offering a quieter pace of life. The ward benefits from good transport links, including rail connections to Leeds and Bradford, making it accessible for commuters. Local amenities, schools, and green spaces contribute to its appeal as a place to live and work.

Area overview

On average Skipton West & West Craven has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Skipton West & West Craven is £39,226 per year. There are 5 schools in Skipton West & West Craven: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Skipton West & West Craven Population

6,318

Population density

123.6 per km²

Demographics

British

5,354

84.78%

Pakistani

425

6.73%

Other White

215

3.4%

Indian

0.97%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.6%

Total population: 6,315

Housing

Owns outright

1,073

36.77%

Owns with a mortgage

740

25.36%

Private landlord or letting agency

727

24.91%

Other social rented

232

7.95%

Other forms of private rent

100

3.43%

Total households: 2,918

Property prices in Skipton West & West Craven

Based on 146 recent sales, the median property price is £220,000 in Skipton West & West Craven area, with individual transactions ranging from £62,500 up to £862,750.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Skipton West & West Craven over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	21	£439,995	£329,995	£385,000	£500,000	£629,995
Flats	32	£173,750	£119,250	£151,500	£223,750	£286,200
Semi-Detached	34	£294,995	£169,104	£230,495	£382,250	£436,300
Terraced	59	£189,500	£124,700	£159,000	£225,500	£338,750

10 years median price trend in Skipton West & West Craven

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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