About Cowthorpe

Cowthorpe is a small village located in North Yorkshire, England, within the LS22 postcode area. It is situated approximately five miles south of the historic city of York, making it a convenient spot for those wishing to explore the surrounding countryside and nearby attractions. The village features a mix of residential homes and agricultural land, reflecting its rural character. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities available for residents. Cowthorpe is well-connected by road, providing easy access to nearby towns and villages. The area is also known for its scenic landscapes, with fields and woodlands offering opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Overall, Cowthorpe presents a peaceful environment for those who appreciate a slower pace of life.

School Ratings in Cowthorpe

Families in Cowthorpe have access to 24 local schools. Crossley Street Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cowthorpe

Homes sell for an average of £425K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £576K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cowthorpe

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Cowthorpe, with 11 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cowthorpe

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cowthorpe 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 Cowthorpe

Broadband services in Cowthorpe 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 2,841 sales

Average Price £425K
£3K — £7.35M
Detached £576K 1,281
Semi £309K 597
Terraced £274K 493
Flat £221K 356

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

17 Primary
2 Secondary
5 Other
Deighton Gates Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Tockwith Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 2.6 miles Wetherby Children's Centre 2.7 miles St James' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Wetherby High School Secondary Good 2.7 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wetherby Primary 2.7 miles Crossley Street Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.9 miles Kirk Hammerton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Green Hammerton Church of England Primary School Primary 3.4 miles Goldsborough Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Lady Elizabeth Hastings' CofE VA Primary School, Thorp Arch Primary Good 3.9 miles Spofforth Church of England Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Cowthorpe IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cowthorpe 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
9/10
Employment
8/10
Education
9/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
3,807 Children (0-15) 16%
12,821 Working Age 55%
8,588 Older (60+) 37%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 11% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 6.9% 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 Cowthorpe 80 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Cowthorpe 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.

32 Violence & Sexual Offences
11 Shoplifting
9 Anti-Social Behaviour
8 Public Order
7 Other Theft
3 Vehicle Crime
3 Other Crime
2 Burglary
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Drugs
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
North Yorkshire Knaresborough Rural Visit force website →
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

Cattal Train Station 2.6 miles
Knaresborough Train Station 5.6 miles
Starbeck Train Station 6.4 miles
Hornbeam Park Train Station 6.9 miles
Pannal Train Station 7.3 miles
Harrogate Train Station 7.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hunsingore 0.6 miles Walshford 0.9 miles Ingmanthorpe 1.4 miles Cattal 1.8 miles North Deighton 2 miles Bickerton 2.2 miles Kirk Deighton 2.2 miles Tockwith 2.5 miles Hopperton 2.5 miles Little Ribston 2.6 miles Wetherby 2.8 miles Kirk Hammerton 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Leeds
County North Yorkshire
Ward Harewood
Constituency Elmet and Rothwell
Parish Collingham
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in LS22 30 shown View all streets

A1 2 A1(M) 2 A168 3 Addlethorpe Lane 1 Ainsty Crescent 2 Ainsty Drive 1 Ainsty Garth 1 Ainsty Road 3 Ainsty View 1 Aire Mount 1 Aire Road 1 Ambleside Walk 1 Appleby Way 1 Ashburn Close 1 Ashburn Croft 1 Ashburn Drive 1 Ashburn Grove 1 Ashburn Way 1 Ashdale Lane 1 Ashfield 2 Audby Court 2 Audby Lane 4 Autumn Avenue 1 Avon Garth 2 Back Lane 2 Badger Wood Glade 1 Bank Street 3 Barleyfields Close 1 Barleyfields Lane 2 Barleyfields Mews 1

Postcodes in LS22 50 shown View all postcodes

LS22 4AE LS22 4AF LS22 4AG LS22 4AL LS22 4AN LS22 4AP LS22 4AQ LS22 4AR LS22 4AS LS22 4AT LS22 4AU LS22 4AW LS22 4AX LS22 4AZ LS22 4BB LS22 4BD LS22 4BF LS22 4BH LS22 4BJ LS22 4BL LS22 4BN LS22 4BP LS22 4BQ LS22 4BR LS22 4BS LS22 4BT LS22 4BU LS22 4BW LS22 4BX LS22 4BY LS22 4BZ LS22 4DA LS22 4DB LS22 4DD LS22 4DF LS22 4DP LS22 4DS LS22 4DT LS22 4DX LS22 4DY LS22 4DZ LS22 4EA LS22 4EB LS22 4ED LS22 4EE LS22 4EF LS22 4EG LS22 4EH LS22 4EJ LS22 4EL