About Bolton Percy

Bolton Percy is a village located in North Yorkshire, within the civil parish of Bolton Percy and Wistow. It lies to the south of the River Ure, near the town of Boroughbridge, and is part of the Harrogate district. The village is situated in a rural setting, with farmland and open countryside surrounding it. The area is known for its agricultural character and traditional English village layout, with a mix of stone and brick houses. The village has a church, St Mary's, which dates back to the 12th century and is a notable local landmark. The postcode area YO23 covers the village and surrounding rural locations. Bolton Percy is accessible by road via the A61 and A19, and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Harrogate and York.

School Ratings in Bolton Percy

Bolton Percy is served by 14 schools. Knavesmire Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bolton Percy

Property prices average £374K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £342K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bolton Percy

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bolton Percy, with 32 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bolton Percy

Bolton Percy falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple 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 Bolton Percy

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Bolton Percy, 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 3,194 sales

Average Price £374K
£2K — £3.09M
Detached £501K 627
Semi £337K 599
Terraced £342K 1,396
Flat £301K 488

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Appleton Roebuck Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Tadcaster Children's Centre 2.9 miles Tadcaster Primary Academy Primary 3 miles Kirk Fenton Church of England Primary School Primary 3 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 3.4 miles Riverside School, Tadcaster Primary 3.5 miles Cawood Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Askham Bryan College 16 plus Good 3.9 miles Copmanthorpe Primary School Primary 3.9 miles St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Barkston Ash Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 4.3 miles Saxton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bolton Percy IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Bolton Percy among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
9/10
Employment
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,128 Children (0-15) 15%
17,341 Working Age 63%
8,074 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15.9% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.7% 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 Bolton Percy 169 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Bolton Percy is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

64 Violence & Sexual Offences
32 Anti-Social Behaviour
16 Criminal Damage & Arson
16 Shoplifting
15 Public Order
13 Other Theft
4 Drugs
3 Burglary
2 Robbery
2 Other Crime
1 Weapons
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
North Yorkshire Sherburn and Tadcaster 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 6 stations

Ulleskelf Train Station 1.3 miles
Church Fenton Train Station 3.2 miles
Sherburn-In-Elmet Train Station 5.2 miles
South Milford Train Station 6.3 miles
Micklefield Train Station 7.6 miles
Poppleton Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Holme Green 1.2 miles West End 1.4 miles Appleton Roebuck 1.4 miles Ulleskelf 1.8 miles Nun Appleton 1.8 miles Ryther 1.8 miles Kirkby Wharfe 2 miles Colton 2 miles Oxton 2.2 miles Acaster Selby 2.5 miles Street Houses 2.6 miles Catterton 2.8 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in YO23 30 shown View all streets

A64 7 Acaster Lane 7 Adelaide Street 1 Ainsty Garth 1 Albemarle Road 6 Alcelena Court 2 Aldreth Grove 2 Ancress Walk 1 Anne Street 2 Appleton Court 1 Appleton Road 1 Argyle Street 1 Ash Tree Gardens 1 Askham Fields Lane 3 Askham Lane 1 Back Lane 4 Balmoral Terrace 3 Banks Drive 3 Barbers Drive 2 Barnfield Way 1 Barons Crescent 2 Beadle Garth 1 Beech Avenue 3 Bellmans Croft 1 Beresford Terrace 1 Berry Mews 2 Bewlay Street 2 Bishopthorpe Road 16 Board Street 1 Bond Lane 1

Postcodes in YO23 50 shown View all postcodes

YO23 1AA YO23 1AB YO23 1AD YO23 1AE YO23 1AF YO23 1AG YO23 1AH YO23 1AJ YO23 1AL YO23 1AN YO23 1AP YO23 1AQ YO23 1AR YO23 1AS YO23 1AT YO23 1AU YO23 1AW YO23 1AX YO23 1AY YO23 1AZ YO23 1BA YO23 1BB YO23 1BD YO23 1BE YO23 1BF YO23 1BG YO23 1BH YO23 1BJ YO23 1BL YO23 1BN YO23 1BP YO23 1BQ YO23 1BR YO23 1BS YO23 1BT YO23 1BU YO23 1BW YO23 1BX YO23 1BY YO23 1BZ YO23 1DA YO23 1DB YO23 1DD YO23 1DE YO23 1DF YO23 1DG YO23 1DH YO23 1DJ YO23 1DL YO23 1DN