Washburn & Birstwith ward is located in North Yorkshire, covering a mix of rural villages and farmland. The area includes settlements like Birstwith, Darley, and Swinsty, with the River Nidd flowing through parts of the ward. The landscape is characterised by rolling hills, wooded valleys, and reservoirs such as Fewston and Swinsty, which provide water supply and recreational opportunities.
The ward has a strong agricultural presence, with farming playing a key role in the local economy. Villages like Birstwith and Darley feature traditional stone buildings, pubs, and community spaces. The area is well-connected by roads, including the A59, while maintaining a quiet, countryside atmosphere. Walking and cycling routes, including the Nidderdale Greenway, are popular among residents and visitors.
On average Washburn & Birstwith has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 30 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Washburn & Birstwith is £51,721 per year. There are 8 schools in Washburn & Birstwith: 6 primary (1 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 55 recent sales, the median property price is £519,000 in Washburn & Birstwith area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £2,300,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 27 | £735,000 |
| Flats | 2 | £258,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 12 | £351,750 |
| Terraced | 14 | £315,250 |
10 years price trend in Washburn & Birstwith
LS170DH
Rigton Hill
LS170DJ
Church Hill
LS212JP
Leathley Lane
LS212ET
Newall Carr Road
LS212JF
Hall Lane
LS290BU
West Hall Lane
LS290HT
Denton Road
HG32RF
First Avenue
HG33EW
Pateley Bridge & Nidd Valley
HG34BP
Orchard Close
LS170BS
Crag Lane
LS170BW
Crag Lane
LS170BX
Harrogate Road
LS212JZ
Leathley Lane
LS212RZ
Menwith, Beckwithshaw & Denton Moor
LS290HU
Denton Road
HG32JX
Crag Lane
HG31QG
Hill Top Lane
HG33AS
Darley Road
HG31QN
Norwood Lane
HG31TE
Broad Dubb Road
HG33AW
Menwith, Beckwithshaw & Denton Moor
HG34BU
Harewell Lane
HG34HT
Hartwith Avenue
HG34JB
Whinbush Lane
LS170AA
High Moor Road
LS170AE
Brackenthwaite Lane
LS170EJ
Crag Lane
LS212EY
Newall Carr Road
LS212NG
Menwith, Beckwithshaw & Denton Moor
LS212RB
Farnley Lane
HG31QQ
Menwith, Beckwithshaw & Denton Moor
HG31RP
Menwith, Beckwithshaw & Denton Moor
HG31TL
Penny Pot Lane
HG32HU
Swincliffe Lane
HG32JJ
Emmet Lane
HG32NH
Darley Road
HG33LJ
Pateley Bridge & Nidd Valley
HG34BX
Pateley Bridge & Nidd Valley
HG34JU
Whinbush Lane
LS170DL
Rigton Hill
LS212JH
West Lane
LS212NH
Askwith Moor Road
LS212NQ
Menwith, Beckwithshaw & Denton Moor
LS212RA
Farnley Lane
HG31FX
Parcevall Close
HG31SU
Cobby Syke Road
HG32LW
Slack Lane
HG32NF
Elton Lane
HG32NG
Darley Road
HG34BJ
Orchard Close
HG34JH
Pateley Bridge & Nidd Valley
LS170ES
Nat Lane
LS212HL
Weston Lane
LS212JN
Low Park Road
LS212QE
Farnley Lane
LS290BJ
Owler Park Road
LS290EQ
Hardings Lane
LS290HF
Denton Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.