About Embsay

Embsay is a village located in North Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area BD23. It lies close to the market town of Skipton, making it easily accessible for visitors. The village features a mixture of residential homes and local amenities, including a primary school and a few shops. Embsay is surrounded by the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The village is known for its community spirit, with various local events held throughout the year. The nearby Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway is a popular attraction, providing a scenic journey through the countryside. Embsay also has a number of traditional pubs where visitors can enjoy local fare. Overall, it serves as a pleasant base for exploring the wider area of North Yorkshire.

School Ratings in Embsay

There are 23 schools in and around Embsay. 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 Embsay

The average property price is £329K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £210K.

Deprivation and Employment in Embsay

Embsay 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Embsay

Broadband speeds in Embsay are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of 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

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

13 Primary
3 Secondary
7 Other
Embsay Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Otley Street Community Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1.3 miles Skipton, Water Street Community Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Skipton Children's Centre 1.5 miles Brougham Street Nursery School Nursery 1.5 miles Skipton Parish Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Ermysted's Grammar School Secondary Good 1.5 miles St Stephen's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, A Voluntary Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles Skipton Girls' High School Secondary Good 1.7 miles Christ Church Church of England Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Greatwood Community Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Craven College 16 plus Requires Improvement 2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Embsay IMD 2025

Embsay 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
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 6 stations

Skipton Train Station 1.8 miles
Gargrave Train Station 4.6 miles
Cononley Train Station 4.7 miles
Steeton And Silsden Train Station 5.8 miles
Ilkley Train Station 7.9 miles
Keighley Train Station 8.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Eastby 0.9 miles Skipton 1.8 miles Stirton 2 miles Draughton 2 miles Halton East 2.5 miles High Bradley 2.5 miles Thorlby 2.6 miles Low Snaygill 2.6 miles Hambleton 3.1 miles Carleton-in-Craven 3.1 miles Low Bradley 3.1 miles Bolton Bridge 3.7 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in BD23 30 shown View all streets

A59 24 A6069 3 A6131 1 A65 9 A682 4 Abbey Hill 1 Acre Lane 1 Airedale Avenue 2 Airedale Mews 1 Albert Terrace 3 Aldersley Avenue 1 Alexandra Court 2 Alma Terrace 1 Ashfield Crescent 2 Ashton Court 1 Aspinall Rise 1 Asquith Drive 1 Aynham Close 1 B6160 21 B6265 5 B6478 10 Back Green 3 Back Lane 12 Badger Butt Lane 2 Badger Gate 1 Bailey Mews 1 Bank Lane 1 Bankside 3 Barden Fell View 1 Barden Road 7

Postcodes in BD23 50 shown View all postcodes

BD23 0AQ BD23 0AR BD23 1AA BD23 1AD BD23 1AE BD23 1AF BD23 1AG BD23 1AH BD23 1AJ BD23 1AL BD23 1AP BD23 1AS BD23 1AT BD23 1AU BD23 1AW BD23 1AX BD23 1AY BD23 1AZ BD23 1BA BD23 1BB BD23 1BD BD23 1BE BD23 1BG BD23 1BH BD23 1BJ BD23 1BL BD23 1BN BD23 1BP BD23 1BQ BD23 1BS BD23 1BT BD23 1BU BD23 1BW BD23 1BX BD23 1BY BD23 1DA BD23 1DD BD23 1DF BD23 1DG BD23 1DL BD23 1DN BD23 1DP BD23 1DQ BD23 1DR BD23 1DS BD23 1DT BD23 1DW BD23 1DX BD23 1DY BD23 1DZ