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Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith

About

Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith ward is located in North Yorkshire, covering rural and semi-rural areas. The ward includes the historic village of Spofforth, known for its medieval castle ruins, and stretches into the Lower Wharfedale region, characterised by farmland and small settlements. Tockwith, another key village, lies to the east and is known for its agricultural roots and community events. The area is largely residential, with a mix of older properties and newer developments.

The ward benefits from good transport links, including proximity to the A1(M) and Harrogate. Local amenities include village halls, pubs, and primary schools, serving the scattered communities. The landscape is predominantly green, with fields, woodland, and the River Wharfe influencing the surroundings. Agriculture remains an important part of the local economy, alongside commuting to nearby towns like Harrogate and York. The ward maintains a quiet, countryside atmosphere while being well-connected to urban centres.

Area overview

On average Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 61 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith is £55,399 per year. There are 5 schools in Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

10/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith Population

6,354

Population density

51.8 per km²

Demographics

British

6,004

94.51%

Other White

158

2.49%

Irish

0.65%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.52%

Indian

0.33%

Total population: 6,353

Housing

Owns outright

1,173

43.83%

Owns with a mortgage

870

32.51%

Private landlord or letting agency

284

10.61%

Social rents from council

125

4.67%

Other social rented

3.44%

Total households: 2,676

Property prices in Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith

Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £440,000 in Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith area, with individual transactions ranging from £132,000 up to £1,290,000.

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 Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	50	£480,000	£282,250	£384,375	£672,500	£1,060,250
Flats	2	£325,000	£262,000	£290,000	£360,000	£388,000
Semi-Detached	15	£320,000	£134,100	£244,000	£495,000	£606,600
Terraced	11	£314,000	£191,400	£256,250	£350,750	£492,500

10 years median price trend in Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith

All postcodes in Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith

LS248BR

The Avenue

YO267AG

South Field Lane

YO267AL

Ouseburn, Hammerton & Tockwith

YO267NW

York Road

YO267QE

Blind Lane

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