Valley Gardens & Central Harrogate is a ward in the heart of Harrogate, North Yorkshire. It includes the town centre, known for its mix of independent shops, cafes, and historic architecture. The area is home to key landmarks such as the Royal Hall and Harrogate Convention Centre, which host events and performances. Valley Gardens, a large public park, offers green space with floral displays, walking paths, and a children’s play area.
The ward has a mix of residential and commercial properties, with a range of housing options from Victorian terraces to modern apartments. Transport links are well-served by Harrogate railway station and local bus routes. The area also features several schools and healthcare facilities, making it a practical place to live. Its central location provides easy access to amenities while maintaining a balance of urban and natural spaces.
On average Valley Gardens & Central Harrogate has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 95 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Valley Gardens & Central Harrogate is £48,252 per year. There are 4 schools in Valley Gardens & Central Harrogate: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 170 recent sales, the median property price is £303,500 in Valley Gardens & Central Harrogate area, with individual transactions ranging from £48,500 up to £1,850,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 11 | £895,000 |
| Flats | 106 | £234,975 |
| Semi-Detached | 15 | £700,000 |
| Terraced | 38 | £455,000 |
10 years price trend in Valley Gardens & Central Harrogate
HG11DP
Cheltenham Mount
HG11HP
Robert Street
HG11JX
Albert Street
HG11QU
James Street
HG12RG
Crescent Gardens
HG12SZ
Back Royal Parade
HG15LF
East Parade
HG15NE
Station Avenue
HG15NG
Woodside
HG20EZ
Lancaster Road
HG20JZ
Lascelles Road
HG20PQ
Cold Bath Place
HG11HH
Central Harrogate
HG11HS
St Robert Mews
HG11UA
Commercial Street
HG15EH
Franklin Road
HG15PG
North Park Road
HG20LY
Somerset Road
HG11RH
Market Place
HG11RP
Market Place
HG11BJ
Robert Street
HG11BT
Franklin Square
HG11ER
Stray
HG11HQ
Albert Street
HG12RN
Parliament Street
HG15PW
Queen Parade
HG15PX
Victoria Avenue
HG20ET
Beech Grove
HG20HG
Lancaster Road
HG20JE
Back Harlow Moor Drive
HG20LL
Beech Grove
HG20NU
Cold Bath Place
HG20QD
Queen's Road
HG11PQ
Cambridge Crescent
HG11LT
Princes Square
HG11DL
Cheltenham Mount
HG11NH
Princes Street
HG11PW
Cambridge Terrace
HG11TZ
Commercial Street
HG15LH
East Parade
HG15NS
Park Parade
HG15PR
Homestead Road
HG20LG
Glebe Road
HG11SY
Station Square
HG12RE
Parliament Street
HG15EE
Franklin Road
HG15NF
Chelmsford Road
HG15NX
Franklin Square
HG20LA
Lascelles Grove
HG20PJ
Cold Bath Road
HG11JB
West Park Street
HG11QQ
Beulah Street
HG11TB
Station Square
HG12RB
Parliament Street
HG19SA
Crescent Gardens
HG15EA
Franklin Square
HG15QU
East Park Road
HG20HP
Cold Bath Road
HG20JH
Cornwall Road
HG11RQ
James Street
HG11BS
Union Street
HG11JG
Albert Street
HG20HH
Cold Bath Road
HG20JL
Valley Drive
HG20LW
St Mary's Walk
HG20NL
Cold Bath Road
HG11RN
Stray
HG11EG
Belford Road
HG11HL
Stray
HG11TT
East Parade
HG11TU
Central Harrogate
HG12SW
Swan Lane
HG12SX
Ripon Road
HG12WH
Crescent Road
HG12WL
Montpellier Road
HG15EG
Strawberry Dale
HG15JS
Alexandra Road
HG15RL
Stray
HG20BF
Valley Drive
HG20HN
Beechwood Crescent
HG20NH
Valley Mount
HG20NR
Victoria Road
HG11AX
Commercial Street
HG11BE
Bower Road
HG11DQ
Cheltenham Crescent
HG11PP
Oxford Street
HG12TF
Montpellier Gardens
HG15EJ
Franklin Mount
HG15EQ
Franklin Road
HG15QT
East Park Road
HG20EP
Harlow Moor Drive
HG20JX
Diamond Mews
HG20NP
St Peter's Square
HG20PL
West Cliffe Grove
HG20QH
Harlow Manor Park
HG19SE
Central Harrogate
HG19UW
Central Harrogate
HG11JE
Belford Place
HG11PB
Cambridge Road
HG11TY
Commercial Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.