About Butterwick

Butterwick is a small village located in County Durham, in the north of England. It lies within the TS21 postcode area and is situated near the border with North Yorkshire. The village is part of the civil parish of Hutton Rudby and is surrounded by rural countryside, with farmland and rolling hills forming the local landscape. Butterwick has a modest population and retains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere. The area is known for its proximity to the North York Moors National Park, offering opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. The village has a small number of residential properties and a few local amenities, including a community hall and a pub. It is accessible by road via the A170, which connects it to nearby towns such as Pickering and Yarm.

School Ratings in Butterwick

Families in Butterwick have access to 20 local schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Butterwick

Homes sell for an average of £226K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £314K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Butterwick

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Butterwick, with 4 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Butterwick

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Butterwick around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Butterwick

Broadband services in Butterwick range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,759 sales

Average Price £226K
£1K — £6.45M
Detached £314K 1,105
Semi £162K 778
Terraced £122K 659
Flat £72K 81

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

16 Primary
2 Secondary
2 Other
Sedgefield Community College Secondary 1.5 miles Sedgefield Hardwick Primary Academy Primary 1.7 miles Sedgefield Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Fishburn Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Wynyard Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.6 miles St William's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Bluebell Meadow Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles St Michael's Church of England Primary School Primary 3.5 miles William Cassidi Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Trimdon Hill School 3.7 miles Deaf Hill Primary School Primary 4.4 miles St Marys Catholic Primary School, Wingate Primary 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Butterwick IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Butterwick are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
4/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
5,445 Children (0-15) 17%
18,660 Working Age 60%
9,382 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Butterwick 14 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Butterwick are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

7 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Other Theft
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Weapons
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Billingham Train Station 6.1 miles
Stockton Train Station 7.1 miles
Newton Aycliffe Train Station 8.1 miles
Hartlepool Train Station 8.1 miles
Thornaby Train Station 8.1 miles
Seaton Carew Train Station 8.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Embleton 1.9 miles Thorpe Larches 1.9 miles Sedgefield 2 miles Fishburn 2.2 miles Grindon 2.6 miles Wynyard Village 2.8 miles Trimdon 2.8 miles Shotton 2.8 miles Bishop Middleham 3.3 miles Foxton 3.3 miles South Wingate 3.6 miles Fulthorpe 3.6 miles

Local Government

District Stockton-on-Tees
Ward Western Parishes
Constituency Stockton North
Parish Elton
Region North East

Streets in TS21 30 shown View all streets

A177 7 A66 1 A689 12 Anesty Court 2 Astral Drive 1 B1278 3 Back Lane 1 Baliol Croft 1 Bank Terrace 2 Battersby Green 1 Beacon Avenue 1 Bell Square 2 Bellsmoor Close 1 Belsay Court 1 Beveridge Close 1 Bishopton Lane 5 Blakeston Lane 2 Bleach House Bank 1 Boyne Court 1 Boynston Grove 1 Brierley Drive 1 Brock Close 1 Brockwell Close 1 Brook Drive 1 Buckthorn Crescent 1 Burdon Place 2 Burn Wood Court 1 Burton Mews 1 Butterwick Road 11 Caden Court 1

Postcodes in TS21 50 shown View all postcodes

TS21 1AA TS21 1AB TS21 1AD TS21 1AE TS21 1AF TS21 1AG TS21 1AH TS21 1AJ TS21 1AN TS21 1AR TS21 1AT TS21 1AU TS21 1AW TS21 1AX TS21 1AY TS21 1AZ TS21 1BA TS21 1BB TS21 1BD TS21 1BE TS21 1BF TS21 1BG TS21 1BH TS21 1BJ TS21 1BL TS21 1BN TS21 1BQ TS21 1BS TS21 1BT TS21 1BU TS21 1BW TS21 1BX TS21 1BY TS21 1BZ TS21 1DA TS21 1DB TS21 1DD TS21 1DE TS21 1DF TS21 1DG TS21 1DH TS21 1DJ TS21 1DL TS21 1DN TS21 1DP TS21 1DQ TS21 1DR TS21 1DS TS21 1DT TS21 1DU