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 28 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 £329K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £210K.

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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Booth Bridge

Broadband speeds in Booth Bridge 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 5,188 sales

Average Price £329K
£400 £6.42M
Detached £511K 1,072
Semi £301K 1,277
Terraced £210K 1,946
Flat £183K 515

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.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
3/10
6,306 Children (0-15) 15%
24,861 Working Age 58%
15,665 Older (60+) 37%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.7% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.6% 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

Cononley Train Station 3.3 miles
Gargrave Train Station 4.1 miles
Skipton Train Station 4.9 miles
Colne Train Station 5.2 miles
Hellifield Train Station 7.2 miles
Steeton And Silsden Train Station 7.8 miles

Location

Local Government

District Craven
County North Yorkshire
Ward Skipton West
Constituency Skipton and Ripon
Parish Skipton
Region Yorkshire and The Humber