About Austwick

Austwick is a village located in the Craven district of North Yorkshire, England. It lies within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, offering a rural setting with rolling hills and open countryside. The village is situated near the River Aire, which flows through the valley, and is close to the town of Skipton. Austwick has a small community with local amenities including a village hall, a pub, and a primary school. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, with several footpaths and bridleways accessible from the village. The postcode area for Austwick is LA2, which covers parts of the surrounding region. The village retains a traditional character, with stone-built houses and a peaceful atmosphere.

School Ratings in Austwick

Austwick is served by 5 schools. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Austwick

Property prices average £304K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £398K.

Deprivation and Employment in Austwick

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Austwick 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 Austwick

Most properties in Austwick can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,650 sales

Average Price £304K
£100 £4.68M
Detached £398K 1,223
Semi £243K 948
Terraced £200K 818
Flat £116K 366

Deprivation and Employment in Austwick IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Austwick 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
9/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
5,443 Children (0-15) 13%
26,579 Working Age 64%
12,719 Older (60+) 31%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.9% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Clapham (North Yorkshire) Train Station 2 miles
Horton-In-Ribblesdale Train Station 3.6 miles
Giggleswick Train Station 3.9 miles
Settle Train Station 4.5 miles
Bentham Train Station 6.1 miles
Ribblehead Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Local Government

District Lancaster
County Lancashire
Ward Scotforth West
Constituency Lancaster and Fleetwood
Parish Lancaster, unparished area
Region North West