About Bishop Wilton

Bishop Wilton is a village located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, within the historic county of Yorkshire in England. It lies in a rural area, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land, typical of the Yorkshire Wolds. The village is situated near the A165 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Pocklington and Driffield. The local community is small and close-knit, with a traditional village atmosphere. The church of St Wilfrid, which gives the village its name, is a notable feature and dates back to the 12th century. The village has a village hall and a public house, providing local amenities for residents. The postcode area YO42 covers the village and surrounding rural properties.

School Ratings in Bishop Wilton

Bishop Wilton is served by 12 schools. Sure Start Children's Centre Pocklington is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bishop Wilton

Property prices average £304K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £373K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bishop Wilton

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other crime accounts for the highest share in Bishop Wilton, with 4 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bishop Wilton

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bishop Wilton falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bishop Wilton

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Bishop Wilton, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,594 sales

Average Price £304K
£1K — £11M
Detached £373K 1,743
Semi £218K 839
Terraced £188K 693
Flat £172K 152

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Bugthorpe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles St Martin's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Fangfoss Primary Good 2.4 miles Pocklington Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant School Primary 3.8 miles St Mary & St Joseph Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy Primary Good 3.8 miles Pocklington Junior School Primary Good 3.9 miles Sure Start Children's Centre Pocklington Outstanding 4.1 miles Woldgate School and Sixth Form College Secondary 4.1 miles Barmby Moor Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Pocklington School 4.2 miles Leavening Community Primary School Primary Good 4.8 miles Wilberfoss Church of England Primary School Primary 5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bishop Wilton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bishop Wilton in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
3,868 Children (0-15) 16%
14,583 Working Age 60%
7,681 Older (60+) 32%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.5% 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 Bishop Wilton 34 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Bishop Wilton falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

22 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Other Crime
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Public Order
1 Burglary
1 Shoplifting
Local Policing
Humberside Wolds Weighton Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Malton Train Station 9.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bugthorpe 1.8 miles Youlthorpe 1.9 miles Meltonby 1.9 miles Gowthorpe 2 miles Kirby Underdale 2 miles Fangfoss 2.2 miles Painsthorpe 2.2 miles Bolton 2.2 miles Yapham 2.6 miles Broad Ings 2.6 miles Spittal 2.6 miles Full Sutton 3.1 miles

Local Government

District East Riding of Yorkshire
Ward Wolds Weighton
Constituency East Yorkshire
Parish Yapham
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in YO42 30 shown View all streets

Addlekeld 3 Albright Close 1 Algarth Rise 2 Algarth Road 6 Allen Close 1 Amos Drive 4 Andrew's Court 2 Apperson Court 1 Archibald Close 1 Ash Lane 1 Aughton Lane 1 B1228 1 B1247 1 Back Lane 8 Ballhall Lane 1 Barley Avenue 4 Barmby Road 6 Barrow Green 1 Beacon Road 1 Beck Side 5 Beck View 1 Beech Court 1 Bellerby Way 1 Belthorpe Lane 1 Bintley Drive 1 Braygate 1 Breckstreet Lane 2 Briarsfield 1 Bridge Cottages 2 Bridge Street 1

Postcodes in YO42 50 shown View all postcodes

YO42 1AA YO42 1AD YO42 1AE YO42 1AF YO42 1AG YO42 1AH YO42 1AJ YO42 1AL YO42 1AN YO42 1AP YO42 1AQ YO42 1AS YO42 1AT YO42 1DN YO42 1NN YO42 1NP YO42 1NR YO42 1NS YO42 1NT YO42 1NU YO42 1NW YO42 1PA YO42 1PB YO42 1PD YO42 1PE YO42 1PF YO42 1PG YO42 1PH YO42 1PJ YO42 1PL YO42 1PN YO42 1PP YO42 1PQ YO42 1PR YO42 1PS YO42 1PW YO42 1QA YO42 1QE YO42 1QT YO42 1QU YO42 1QX YO42 1QY YO42 1QZ YO42 1RA YO42 1RD YO42 1RG YO42 1RH YO42 1RJ YO42 1RL YO42 1RN