About Braythorn

Braythorn is a small settlement located in North Yorkshire, within the county of England. It falls within the LS21 postcode area, which is part of the broader Leeds region. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and traditional housing. Braythorn is situated near the A64 road, providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities, including Leeds and York. The local environment is characterised by open countryside and green spaces, offering a peaceful setting for residents. While not a large community, Braythorn has a close-knit feel, with local amenities such as shops and schools serving the needs of the population. The area benefits from good transport links and is well integrated into the surrounding region.

School Ratings in Braythorn

Families in Braythorn have access to 26 local schools. Askwith Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Braythorn

Homes sell for an average of £340K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £249K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Braythorn

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Braythorn, with 8 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Braythorn

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Braythorn among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Braythorn

Broadband services in Braythorn range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,496 sales

Average Price £340K
£3K — £8M
Detached £472K 500
Semi £282K 668
Terraced £249K 827
Flat £199K 297

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

18 Primary
3 Secondary
5 Other
North Rigton Church of England Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Beckwithshaw Community Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Pool-in-Wharfedale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Otley the Whartons Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College Secondary 3.3 miles Otley All Saints CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles Otley Children's Centre Good 3.5 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Otley Primary Good 3.6 miles Ashfield Primary School Primary 3.7 miles Ashville College 3.9 miles Rossett School Secondary 3.9 miles Rossett Acre Primary School Primary Good 4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Braythorn IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Braythorn experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
9/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,630 Children (0-15) 17%
15,506 Working Age 58%
8,801 Older (60+) 33%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 14.6% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.6% 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

Crime in Braythorn 67 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Braythorn are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

30 Violence & Sexual Offences
8 Anti-Social Behaviour
8 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Public Order
4 Burglary
4 Other Theft
4 Shoplifting
2 Robbery
2 Vehicle Crime
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

Pannal Train Station 4 miles
Hornbeam Park Train Station 5 miles
Harrogate Train Station 5.1 miles
Menston Train Station 5.5 miles
Guiseley Train Station 5.7 miles
Horsforth Train Station 6.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stainburn 0.6 miles Briscoerigg 0.9 miles Lindley 1.2 miles Shawfield Head 1.4 miles Fishpool 1.4 miles Leathley 1.4 miles Newby 1.8 miles North Rigton 1.9 miles Brackenthwaite 2.2 miles Huby 2.2 miles Farnley 2.2 miles Shaw Green 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Leeds
County North Yorkshire
Ward Otley & Yeadon
Constituency Leeds North West
Parish Otley
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in LS21 30 shown View all streets

Acorn Way 1 Adams Croft 1 Albion Street 3 Allums Lane 2 Almscliffe Terrace 1 Arthington Garth 1 Arthington Lane 20 Arthington Lawns 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashfield Place 1 Ashfield Works 2 Askwith Lane 2 Askwith Moor Road 1 Athelstan Lane 1 Avenue des Hirondelles 1 Back Lane 1 Back North Lane 1 Back of Billiams Hill 2 Badger Lane 1 Bank Parade 1 Bank Top Lane 2 Bay Horse Court 1 Bedford Place 1 Bedlam Lane 1 Belmont Avenue 1 Bermondsey Mews 1 Bermondsey Street 1 Bickerton Way 1 Birdcage Walk 5 Black Hill Road 3

Postcodes in LS21 50 shown View all postcodes

LS21 1AA LS21 1AD LS21 1AE LS21 1AG LS21 1AH LS21 1AJ LS21 1AL LS21 1AN LS21 1AP LS21 1AQ LS21 1AS LS21 1AT LS21 1AU LS21 1AW LS21 1AX LS21 1AY LS21 1AZ LS21 1BA LS21 1BE LS21 1BF LS21 1BG LS21 1BJ LS21 1BL LS21 1BN LS21 1BP LS21 1BQ LS21 1BR LS21 1BS LS21 1BT LS21 1BU LS21 1BW LS21 1BX LS21 1BY LS21 1BZ LS21 1DA LS21 1DB LS21 1DD LS21 1DE LS21 1DF LS21 1DG LS21 1DH LS21 1DJ LS21 1DL LS21 1DN LS21 1DP LS21 1DQ LS21 1DS LS21 1DT LS21 1DU LS21 1DW