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Location in North YorkshireCattal sits where the marker shows within the county.

31,855
Population
12,680
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
15
Schools nearby
£58,380
Avg. household income
1,372
Businesses
202
People per km²

About Cattal

Cattal is a village located in North Yorkshire, within the county of England. It lies in the Yorkshire Dales region, known for its rural landscapes and agricultural heritage. The village is situated near the River Nidd, which flows through the area and contributes to the local scenery. Cattal is part of the YO26 postcode area, which covers a wide rural region in the north of the county. The village is close to the town of Ripon, offering access to local amenities while maintaining a quiet, countryside atmosphere. Cattal is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. The surrounding area is popular for walking and cycling, with several footpaths and bridleways available. The village has a small community feel, with local events and gatherings contributing to a sense of place. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider Yorkshire countryside.

School Ratings in Cattal

There are 15 schools in and around Cattal. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cattal

The average property price is £358K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £299K.

Deprivation and Employment in Cattal

Cattal 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 broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Cattal

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Cattal, the nearest being Springbank Surgery (1.7 miles away).

Property Prices 4,665 sales

Average Price £358K
£5K , £10.8M
Detached £505K 1,357
Semi £299K 1,595
Terraced £233K 1,167
Flat £188K 336

Schools & Education 15 within 5 miles View all schools

11 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Good 9

Ofsted ratings for schools in the YO26 postcode area.

Kirk Hammerton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Green Hammerton Church of England Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Tockwith Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 2 miles Queen Ethelburga's Prep School Not applicable 3.3 miles Queen Ethelburga's College Not applicable 3.3 miles Deighton Gates Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Goldsborough Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Long Marston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 4.3 miles Wetherby Children's Centre 4.3 miles St James' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 4.3 miles Wetherby High School Secondary Good 4.3 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wetherby Primary 4.4 miles

Household Income in Cattal ONS 2023

The average total household income in Cattal is approximately £58,380 a year before tax, 6% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £43,628. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Cattal £58,380
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £43,628.

Businesses in Cattal ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,372 active businesses based in Cattal, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% 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.

1,372 Total businesses
43 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Cattal IMD 2025

Cattal 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
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 19%
6,126 Children (0-15) 19%
19,698 Working Age 62%
6,028 Older (65+) 19%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.2% 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

Cattal Train Station 0.9 miles
Knaresborough Train Station 6.2 miles
Poppleton Train Station 7.1 miles
Starbeck Train Station 7.4 miles
Hornbeam Park Train Station 8.1 miles
Harrogate Train Station 8.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hunsingore 1.4 miles Kirk Hammerton 1.4 miles Green Hammerton 1.4 miles Cowthorpe 1.8 miles Tockwith 1.8 miles Hopperton 1.8 miles Walshford 2 miles Whixley 2.5 miles Bickerton 2.6 miles Tancred 2.6 miles Bilton in Ainsty 3.1 miles Ingmanthorpe 3.1 miles

Local Government

District York
County North Yorkshire
Ward Micklegate
Constituency York Central
Parish York, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Cattal

Of the 13,383 households in and around Cattal, 70% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 14% Private rented 16%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Cattal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cattal

What is the population of Cattal?
Cattal has a population of approximately 31,855 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Cattal?
The average property in and around Cattal sold for about £357,917, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 3% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Cattal a deprived area?
Cattal sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Cattal?
Cattal is covered by the YO26 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Cattal?
There are 15 schools within 5 miles of Cattal, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Cattal?
The nearest railway station to Cattal is Cattal Train Station, about 0.9 miles away.

Streets in YO26 30 shown View all streets

A59 11 Ainsty View 1 Albany Street 1 Albion Avenue 3 Aldborough Way 1 Allerton Drive 5 Almsford Drive 2 Almsford Road 7 Amberley Street 2 Angram Road 7 Apple Garth 1 Apple Tree Lane 1 Ash Street 1 Atterwith Lane 2 B6265 5 Back Lane 7 Balfour Street 1 Bankside Close 2 Barkston Avenue 5 Barkston Close 1 Barkston Grove 2 Barkston Road 3 Barlow Street 2 Beckfield Lane 7 Beckfield Place 2 Beech Grove 5 Beech Way 2 Berkeley Terrace 1 Bernard Lane 1 Birkdale Grove 1

Postcodes in YO26 50 shown View all postcodes

YO26 0AN YO26 0AS YO26 0DA YO26 0DQ YO26 0EA YO26 0EW YO26 0EX YO26 0FH YO26 0FZ YO26 4AB YO26 4AE YO26 4GA YO26 4GB YO26 4GG YO26 4GL YO26 4GN YO26 4LA YO26 4LP YO26 4LR YO26 4LS YO26 4LT YO26 4LU YO26 4QN YO26 4QP YO26 4QR YO26 4QS YO26 4QT YO26 4QU YO26 4QW YO26 4QX YO26 4QY YO26 4QZ YO26 4RE YO26 4RH YO26 4RJ YO26 4RL YO26 4RN YO26 4RP YO26 4RR YO26 4RS YO26 4RT YO26 4RU YO26 4RW YO26 4RX YO26 4RY YO26 4RZ YO26 4SA YO26 4SB YO26 4SD YO26 4SE