About Bilton in Ainsty

Bilton in Ainsty is a small village located in North Yorkshire, within the historic county of Yorkshire in England. It lies just south of the town of Tadcaster and is part of the civil parish of Ainsty. The village is situated near the River Wharfe and is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character. The area is largely residential, with a mix of older stone and brick houses, and a few local amenities including a village hall and a pub. The surrounding landscape features open fields and hedgerows, typical of the Yorkshire countryside. Bilton in Ainsty is within the YO26 postcode area, which covers parts of the Ainsty region. The village has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere and is popular with those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle.

School Ratings in Bilton in Ainsty

There are 23 schools in and around Bilton in Ainsty. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bilton in Ainsty

The average property price is £350K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £293K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bilton in Ainsty

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Bilton in Ainsty, with 7 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bilton in Ainsty

Bilton in Ainsty sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bilton in Ainsty

Broadband speeds in Bilton in Ainsty are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,710 sales

Average Price £350K
£5K — £7.8M
Detached £496K 1,358
Semi £293K 1,616
Terraced £236K 1,209
Flat £203K 333

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

17 Primary
2 Secondary
4 Other
Tockwith Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 1.1 miles Long Marston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Kirk Hammerton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Rufforth Primary School Primary 3.4 miles Lady Elizabeth Hastings' CofE VA Primary School, Thorp Arch Primary Good 3.7 miles Green Hammerton Church of England Primary School Primary 3.9 miles St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Wetherby Children's Centre 4.3 miles St James' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 4.3 miles Wetherby High School Secondary Good 4.3 miles Primrose Lane Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 4.3 miles St Edward's Catholic Primary School, Boston Spa Primary Good 4.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bilton in Ainsty IMD 2025

Bilton in Ainsty sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,847 Children (0-15) 17%
27,869 Working Age 62%
12,273 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.2% 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 Bilton in Ainsty 31 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Bilton in Ainsty records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

10 Violence & Sexual Offences
7 Shoplifting
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Other Theft
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Burglary
1 Public Order
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 3.7 miles
Poppleton Train Station 5.6 miles
Ulleskelf Train Station 7 miles
Church Fenton Train Station 8.7 miles
Knaresborough Train Station 8.9 miles
Starbeck Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bilton Haggs 0.9 miles Bickerton 1.2 miles Tockwith 1.4 miles Hutton Wandesley 1.9 miles Long Marston 2 miles Healaugh 2.2 miles Wighill 2.5 miles Walton 2.6 miles Cattal 3.1 miles Rufforth 3.2 miles Kirk Hammerton 3.2 miles Angram 3.3 miles

Local Government

District York
County North Yorkshire
Ward Micklegate
Constituency York Central
Parish York, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in YO26 30 shown View all streets

A59 11 Ainsty View 1 Albany Street 1 Albion Avenue 3 Aldborough Way 1 Allerton Drive 5 Almsford Drive 2 Almsford Road 7 Amberley Street 2 Angram Road 7 Apple Garth 1 Apple Tree Lane 1 Ash Street 1 Atterwith Lane 2 B6265 5 Back Lane 7 Balfour Street 1 Bankside Close 2 Barkston Avenue 5 Barkston Close 1 Barkston Grove 2 Barkston Road 3 Barlow Street 2 Beckfield Lane 7 Beckfield Place 2 Beech Grove 5 Beech Way 2 Berkeley Terrace 1 Bernard Lane 1 Birkdale Grove 1

Postcodes in YO26 50 shown View all postcodes

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