About Scotton

Scotton is a village located in North Yorkshire, England, within the HG5 postcode area. It lies close to the town of Knaresborough, providing easy access to local amenities and services. The village features a mix of residential properties, with a community that values its rural setting. Scotton is surrounded by farmland, offering a glimpse into the agricultural landscape of the region. The village is served by a primary school, which is a focal point for families in the area. Scotton also has a local pub, where residents and visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink. The nearby River Nidd adds to the area's appeal, providing opportunities for leisurely walks and outdoor activities. Overall, Scotton is a pleasant place to experience the countryside lifestyle of North Yorkshire.

School Ratings in Scotton

Families in Scotton have access to 52 local schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Scotton

Homes sell for an average of £438K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £525K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Scotton

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Scotton, with 23 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Scotton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Scotton 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 Scotton

Broadband services in Scotton 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 3,243 sales

Average Price £438K
£500 — £30M
Detached £525K 1,261
Semi £303K 1,021
Terraced £277K 611
Flat £170K 173

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

33 Primary
6 Secondary
13 Other
Scotton Lingerfield Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Henshaws College Good 1.7 miles St Mary's Primary School Knaresborough, A Voluntary Catholic Academy Primary Good 1.9 miles Richard Taylor Church of England Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Starbeck Primary Academy Primary Good 2 miles Harrogate Bilton Children's Centre Good 2 miles Springwater Academy 2 miles Harrogate High School Secondary Requires Improvement 2.1 miles St Robert's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary Good 2.1 miles Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Meadowside Academy Primary Good 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Scotton IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Scotton 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
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,388 Children (0-15) 16%
15,766 Working Age 57%
9,597 Older (60+) 35%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.9% 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 Scotton 87 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Scotton 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.

37 Violence & Sexual Offences
23 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Other Theft
4 Drugs
3 Other Crime
2 Burglary
2 Public Order
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Robbery
1 Shoplifting
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

Knaresborough Train Station 2 miles
Starbeck Train Station 2.2 miles
Harrogate Train Station 2.9 miles
Hornbeam Park Train Station 3.7 miles
Pannal Train Station 5.1 miles
Cattal Train Station 8.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brearton 0.6 miles Nidd 1.2 miles Scriven 1.4 miles Farnham 1.4 miles Bilton 1.8 miles Starbeck 1.9 miles Forest Lane Head 2 miles Knaresborough 2.2 miles Burton Leonard 2.5 miles Ferrensby 2.6 miles Ripley 2.6 miles Killinghall 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Harrogate
County North Yorkshire
Ward Knaresborough Aspin & Calcutt
Constituency Harrogate and Knaresborough
Parish Knaresborough
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in HG5 30 shown View all streets

A1 1 A1(M) 1 A168 3 A59 2 A6055 5 Abbey Crags Way 1 Abbey Mill Gardens 1 Abbey Mill View 1 Abbey Road 1 Abbots Way 1 Alexandra Park Road 1 Alexandra Place 1 Allerton Lane 2 Angel Gardens 1 Appleby Avenue 1 Appleby Court 1 Appleby Gate 1 Appleby Green 1 Appleby Grove 1 Appleby Walk 1 Appleshaw Close 1 Archers Meadow 3 Arkendale Lane 1 Arkendale Road 1 Ash Tree Road 1 Aspin Avenue 1 Aspin Chase 1 Aspin Drive 2 Aspin Gardens 1 Aspin Grove 1

Postcodes in HG5 50 shown View all postcodes

HG5 0AA HG5 0AB HG5 0AD HG5 0AF HG5 0AG HG5 0AH HG5 0AJ HG5 0AL HG5 0AN HG5 0AP HG5 0AQ HG5 0AR HG5 0AS HG5 0AT HG5 0AU HG5 0AW HG5 0AX HG5 0AY HG5 0AZ HG5 0BA HG5 0BB HG5 0BD HG5 0BE HG5 0BG HG5 0BH HG5 0BJ HG5 0BN HG5 0BP HG5 0BQ HG5 0BS HG5 0BT HG5 0BU HG5 0BW HG5 0BX HG5 0BY HG5 0BZ HG5 0DA HG5 0DB HG5 0DD HG5 0DE HG5 0DF HG5 0DG HG5 0DH HG5 0DJ HG5 0DL HG5 0DN HG5 0DP HG5 0DQ HG5 0DR HG5 0DS