About Mearbeck

Mearbeck is a small settlement located in North Yorkshire, England, within the BD23 postcode area. It lies near the River Aire and is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales. The area is primarily rural, offering a peaceful environment with open fields and scenic views of the surrounding countryside. The village is characterised by its traditional stone buildings and a close-knit community. Mearbeck is conveniently situated for those wishing to explore nearby towns and attractions, including Settle and Skipton, which are easily accessible by road. The local landscape provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, making it a suitable spot for nature enthusiasts.

School Ratings in Mearbeck

There are 7 schools in and around Mearbeck. 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 Mearbeck

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

Deprivation and Employment in Mearbeck

Mearbeck 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 Mearbeck

Broadband speeds in Mearbeck 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 7 nearby View all schools

4 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Long Preston Endowed Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Settle Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Giggleswick School 2.2 miles Giggleswick Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Settle College Secondary Good 2.2 miles North Craven Children's Centre 3.3 miles Hellifield Community Primary School Primary 3.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Mearbeck IMD 2025

Mearbeck 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

Settle Train Station 1.9 miles
Giggleswick Train Station 2 miles
Long Preston Train Station 2 miles
Hellifield Train Station 3 miles
Clapham (North Yorkshire) Train Station 6.8 miles
Horton-In-Ribblesdale Train Station 7.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Rathmell 0.9 miles Town Head 1.4 miles Long Preston 1.8 miles Settle 1.9 miles Giggleswick 2.5 miles Wigglesworth 2.6 miles Stackhouse 3.1 miles Langcliffe 3.2 miles Hellifield 3.5 miles Hellifield Green 3.5 miles Lawkland Green 3.6 miles Tosside 4 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