About Burnsall

Burnsall is a small village located in North Yorkshire, England, within the BD23 postcode area. Situated in the upper valley of the River Wharfe, it lies between the towns of Grassington and Bolton Abbey. The village is known for its traditional stone buildings and rural setting, with the River Wharfe running through the centre. A notable feature is the 14th-century church of St Mary, which stands on a hill overlooking the village. The surrounding countryside offers walking opportunities, with paths leading into the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Burnsall is accessible by road, with the A65 and A6108 providing connections to nearby areas. The village has a small community and retains a quiet, rural character.

School Ratings in Burnsall

Burnsall is served by 6 schools. 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 Burnsall

Property prices average £329K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £210K.

Deprivation and Employment in Burnsall

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Burnsall falls within the mid-range nationally for overall 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 Burnsall

Most properties in Burnsall can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across 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 Burnsall IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Burnsall in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

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 3 stations

Skipton Train Station 7 miles
Gargrave Train Station 8 miles
Cononley Train Station 10 miles

Location

Local Government

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