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Location in North YorkshireBuckden sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Buckden
Buckden is a small village located in North Yorkshire, within the BD23 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural setting, surrounded by open countryside and rolling hills typical of the region. The village is situated near the border with Cumbria, offering easy access to the Pennines and the Yorkshire Dales. Buckden is known for its peaceful environment and traditional English village character, with a mix of stone and brick cottages lining narrow lanes. The local community is close-knit, and the village benefits from nearby amenities in the market town of Leyburn. It is a quiet place, ideal for those seeking a calm rural lifestyle, with walking and cycling opportunities in the surrounding landscape.
House Prices in Buckden
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 Buckden
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Buckden, with 1 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Buckden
Buckden 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.
Local Data for Buckden
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Property Prices 5,285 sales
Schools & Education 1 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the BD23 postcode area.
Household Income in Buckden ONS 2023
The average total household income in Buckden 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 Buckden ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,973 active businesses based in Buckden, 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 Buckden IMD 2025
Buckden 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 Buckden 3 crimes · April 2026
Buckden 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 1 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Buckden
Of the 13,659 households in and around Buckden, 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 Buckden.