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Location in North YorkshireBickerton sits where the marker shows within the county.

17,169
Population
6,845
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£60,941
Avg. household income
1,113
Businesses
212
People per km²
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About Bickerton

Bickerton is a small village located in North Yorkshire, within the county of England. It lies in the LS22 postcode area, situated in the northern part of the country. The village is part of the wider Yorkshire Dales region, known for its rural landscapes and agricultural heritage. Bickerton is surrounded by open countryside, with rolling hills and farmland forming the backdrop to the settlement. The area is accessible via local roads connecting it to nearby towns and villages. While small in size, Bickerton retains a sense of community, with residents maintaining traditional ways of life. The village is not far from the market town of Richmond, which offers local amenities and services. Its location makes it a quiet, peaceful place to live, with easy access to the natural beauty of the Yorkshire countryside.

School Ratings in Bickerton

There are 24 schools in and around Bickerton. Crossley Street Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bickerton

The average property price is £433K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £580K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bickerton

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bickerton, with 10 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bickerton

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bickerton ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Bickerton

There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Bickerton, the nearest being Hmp Wealstun (2.4 miles away).

Local Data for Bickerton

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Property Prices 2,939 sales

Average Price £433K
£3K , £7.35M
Detached £580K 1,360
Semi £307K 623
Terraced £275K 464
Flat £224K 384

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

17 Primary
3 Secondary
4 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 4

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LS22 postcode area.

Tockwith Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 1.3 miles Lady Elizabeth Hastings' CofE VA Primary School, Thorp Arch Primary Good 3 miles Long Marston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 3 miles Wetherby Children's Centre 3.1 miles St James' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Wetherby High School Secondary Good 3.1 miles Deighton Gates Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Kirk Hammerton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wetherby Primary 3.5 miles Boston Spa Children's Centre 3.5 miles Crossley Street Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.5 miles Primrose Lane Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.5 miles

Household Income in Bickerton ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bickerton is approximately £60,941 a year before tax, 10% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £46,429. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bickerton £60,941
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £46,429.

Businesses in Bickerton ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,113 active businesses based in Bickerton, around 65 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 27 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,113 Total businesses
65 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bickerton IMD 2025

Bickerton is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
9/10
Employment
8/10
Education
9/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 55%
Older 65+ 29%
2,682 Children (0-15) 16%
9,434 Working Age 55%
5,051 Older (65+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 11% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 6.9% 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

Crime in Bickerton 76 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Bickerton sit broadly in line with national averages for a small town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 33
Anti-Social Behaviour 10
Shoplifting 8
Criminal Damage & Arson 7
Public Order 5
Drugs 4
Other Theft 3
Burglary 2
Other Crime 2
Theft from Person 1
Vehicle Crime 1
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

Cattal Train Station 3.3 miles
Poppleton Train Station 6.8 miles
Ulleskelf Train Station 7.5 miles
Knaresborough Train Station 7.8 miles
Starbeck Train Station 8.6 miles
Hornbeam Park Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bilton Haggs 0.9 miles Bilton in Ainsty 1.2 miles Tockwith 1.4 miles Walton 2 miles Cowthorpe 2.2 miles Ingmanthorpe 2.5 miles Cattal 2.6 miles Hunsingore 2.6 miles Wighill 2.8 miles Hutton Wandesley 3.1 miles Walshford 3.1 miles Healaugh 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Leeds
County North Yorkshire
Ward Harewood
Constituency Elmet and Rothwell
Parish Collingham
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Bickerton

Of the 7,535 households in and around Bickerton, 79% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 79% Social rented 10% Private rented 11%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bickerton.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bickerton

What is the population of Bickerton?
Bickerton has a population of approximately 17,169 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bickerton?
The average property in and around Bickerton sold for about £433,301, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 24% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bickerton a deprived area?
Bickerton sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bickerton?
Bickerton is covered by the LS22 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bickerton?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bickerton, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bickerton?
The nearest railway station to Bickerton is Cattal Train Station, about 3.3 miles away.

Streets in LS22 30 shown View all streets

A1 2 A1(M) 2 A168 3 Addlethorpe Lane 1 Ainsty Crescent 2 Ainsty Drive 1 Ainsty Garth 1 Ainsty Road 3 Ainsty View 1 Aire Mount 1 Aire Road 1 Ambleside Walk 1 Appleby Way 1 Ashburn Close 1 Ashburn Croft 1 Ashburn Drive 1 Ashburn Grove 1 Ashburn Way 1 Ashdale Lane 1 Ashfield 2 Audby Court 2 Audby Lane 4 Autumn Avenue 1 Avon Garth 2 Back Lane 2 Badger Wood Glade 1 Bank Street 3 Barleyfields Close 1 Barleyfields Lane 2 Barleyfields Mews 1

Postcodes in LS22 50 shown View all postcodes

LS22 4AE LS22 4AF LS22 4AG LS22 4AL LS22 4AN LS22 4AP LS22 4AQ LS22 4AR LS22 4AS LS22 4AT LS22 4AU LS22 4AW LS22 4AX LS22 4AZ LS22 4BB LS22 4BD LS22 4BF LS22 4BH LS22 4BJ LS22 4BL LS22 4BN LS22 4BP LS22 4BQ LS22 4BR LS22 4BS LS22 4BT LS22 4BU LS22 4BW LS22 4BX LS22 4BY LS22 4BZ LS22 4DA LS22 4DB LS22 4DD LS22 4DF LS22 4DP LS22 4DS LS22 4DT LS22 4DX LS22 4DY LS22 4DZ LS22 4EA LS22 4EB LS22 4ED LS22 4EE LS22 4EF LS22 4EG LS22 4EH LS22 4EJ LS22 4EL