About Skidby

Skidby is a village located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England, with the postcode area HU16. It is situated approximately five miles north of Hull, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the surrounding region. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern housing. One notable landmark in Skidby is the Skidby Windmill, which dates back to the 19th century and is a prominent feature of the local landscape. The windmill is a Grade II listed building and has been restored for public visits. The village also offers local amenities, including a pub and a primary school, serving the needs of its residents. Skidby provides a peaceful environment while remaining close to larger urban centres.

School Ratings in Skidby

Families in Skidby have access to 100 local schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Skidby

Homes sell for an average of £238K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £216K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Skidby

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Vehicle crime is the leading concern across Skidby, with 22 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Skidby

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Skidby among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. 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 Skidby

Broadband services in Skidby 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 3,129 sales

Average Price £238K
£1K — £7.53M
Detached £329K 896
Semi £216K 1,197
Terraced £155K 621
Flat £109K 316

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

56 Primary
11 Secondary
33 Other
Skidby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 142 yards Cottingham High School Secondary Good 1.2 miles Westfield Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Sure Start Children's Centre Cottingham Good 1.9 miles Bacon Garth Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Wolfreton School and Sixth Form College Secondary 1.9 miles Hallgate Primary School Cottingham Primary Good 2 miles Little Weighton Rowley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2 miles Willerby Carr Lane Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Walkington Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Kirk Ella St Andrew's Community Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Wold Academy Primary Good 2.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Skidby IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Skidby experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
8/10
Health
7/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
3,228 Children (0-15) 15%
12,133 Working Age 57%
7,660 Older (60+) 36%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.3% 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 Skidby 194 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Skidby are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

81 Violence & Sexual Offences
22 Vehicle Crime
18 Criminal Damage & Arson
16 Public Order
14 Other Theft
11 Burglary
10 Shoplifting
10 Other Crime
8 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Bicycle Theft
1 Drugs
Local Policing
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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 6 stations

Cottingham Train Station 2.2 miles
Beverley Train Station 4.1 miles
Hessle Train Station 4.9 miles
Ferriby Train Station 5.2 miles
Hull Train Station 5.6 miles
Brough Train Station 6.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Risby 0.9 miles The Lawns 1.2 miles Bentley 1.2 miles Eppleworth 1.2 miles Little Weighton 1.9 miles Cottingham 2 miles Willerby 2 miles New Village 2.6 miles West Ella 2.6 miles Kirk Ella 2.6 miles Walkington 2.8 miles Riplingham 3.3 miles

Local Government

District East Riding of Yorkshire
Ward Cottingham South
Constituency Haltemprice and Howden
Parish Cottingham
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in HU16 30 shown View all streets

Albert Row 1 Allanson Drive 2 Apple Croft 1 Apple Tree Walk 1 Applegarth Mews 1 Arlington Avenue 2 Arncliffe Way 1 Arras Drive 1 Awmand Green 1 Bacon Garth lane 1 Badgers Wood 2 Bailey Lane 1 Barker Close 1 Baynard Avenue 1 Beechdale 1 Beltham Close 1 Beverley Bypass 2 Beverley Road 2 Birdsall Close 1 Bondyke Close 2 Brantingham Close 1 Broad Lane Close 1 Brockenhurst Avenue 1 Brookland Park 1 Burdale Walk 1 Burton Road 5 Butterfield Mews 1 Canada Drive 3 Canongate 1 Carisbrooke Avenue 1

Postcodes in HU16 50 shown View all postcodes

HU16 4AA HU16 4AB HU16 4AD HU16 4AE HU16 4AF HU16 4AG HU16 4AH HU16 4AJ HU16 4AL HU16 4AP HU16 4AQ HU16 4AR HU16 4AS HU16 4AT HU16 4AU HU16 4AW HU16 4AX HU16 4AY HU16 4AZ HU16 4BB HU16 4BD HU16 4BE HU16 4BG HU16 4BH HU16 4BJ HU16 4BL HU16 4BN HU16 4BP HU16 4BQ HU16 4BS HU16 4BT HU16 4BW HU16 4BX HU16 4BY HU16 4DA HU16 4DB HU16 4DD HU16 4DE HU16 4DF HU16 4DG HU16 4DH HU16 4DJ HU16 4DL HU16 4DN HU16 4DP HU16 4DQ HU16 4DR HU16 4DS HU16 4DT HU16 4DU