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About Booth Bridge
Booth Bridge is a small settlement located in North Yorkshire, within the BD23 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and traditional English landscape. The village is situated near the River Wharfe, which flows through the region and contributes to the local scenery. There are a number of residential properties in Booth Bridge, with a mix of older stone-built homes and more modern dwellings. The community is small and close-knit, with local amenities limited to a few essential services. The surrounding area offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural surroundings, with several footpaths leading through fields and woodlands. It is a place where life moves at a slower pace, reflecting the rural character of North Yorkshire.
School Ratings in Booth Bridge
There are 29 schools in and around Booth Bridge. Otley Street Community Nursery School and Upper Wharfedale School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 19 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Booth Bridge
The average property price is £327K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £212K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Booth Bridge
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Booth Bridge, with 1 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Booth Bridge
Booth Bridge 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 generally above the national average.
Healthcare in Booth Bridge
There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Booth Bridge, the nearest being The Pendle Medical Partnership (0.8 miles away).
Local Data for Booth Bridge
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Property Prices 5,285 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the BD23 postcode area.
Household Income in Booth Bridge ONS 2023
The average total household income in Booth Bridge is approximately £50,803 a year before tax, 8% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,070. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £41,070.
Businesses in Booth Bridge ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,973 active businesses based in Booth Bridge, around 67 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 29 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Booth Bridge IMD 2025
Booth Bridge 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.
Crime in Booth Bridge 3 crimes · April 2026
Booth Bridge records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Criminal damage & arson 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Home Ownership in Booth Bridge
Of the 13,659 households in and around Booth Bridge, 70% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 20% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Booth Bridge.