About Castley

Castley is a small settlement located in North Yorkshire, within the county of England. It falls within the LS21 postcode area, which covers parts of the surrounding rural landscape. The area is characterised by open countryside and traditional English farmland, with a modest number of residential properties. Castley is not a large or densely populated place, but it offers a quiet and peaceful environment typical of the Yorkshire countryside. The village is situated near other local communities and is accessible via minor roads connecting to larger nearby towns. There are no major attractions or commercial facilities within Castley itself, but it provides a sense of rural tranquillity for those living in the area. The surrounding region is known for its rolling hills and agricultural activity, contributing to the character of the locality.

School Ratings in Castley

Families in Castley have access to 58 local schools. Askwith Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Castley

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 Castley

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Vehicle crime is the leading concern across Castley, with 10 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Castley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Castley 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 Castley

Broadband services in Castley 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

Deprivation and Employment in Castley IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Castley 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 Castley 87 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Castley is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

39 Violence & Sexual Offences
10 Vehicle Crime
9 Shoplifting
8 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Drugs
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Other Crime
3 Public Order
2 Weapons
1 Burglary
1 Other Theft
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Horsforth Train Station 4.1 miles
Pannal Train Station 4.6 miles
Guiseley Train Station 5.2 miles
Menston Train Station 5.6 miles
Hornbeam Park Train Station 5.9 miles
Headingley Train Station 6 miles

Location

Local Government

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