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

18,816
Population
7,812
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
52
Schools nearby
£59,925
Avg. household income
936
Businesses
240
People per km²

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 £415K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £529K.

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.

Healthcare in Scotton

There are 41 GP surgeries within three miles of Scotton, the nearest being Stockwell Road Surgery (2 miles away).

Property Prices 3,204 sales

Average Price £415K
£500 , £30M
Detached £529K 1,208
Semi £308K 1,034
Terraced £275K 603
Flat £173K 179

Schools & Education 52 within 5 miles View all schools

33 Primary
6 Secondary
13 Other
Good 8

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HG5 postcode area.

Scotton Lingerfield Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Henshaws College Not applicable 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 Not applicable 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

Household Income in Scotton ONS 2023

The average total household income in Scotton is approximately £59,925 a year before tax, 8% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £43,505. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Scotton £59,925
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £43,505.

Businesses in Scotton ONS 2025

There are approximately 936 active businesses based in Scotton, around 50 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 18 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

936 Total businesses
50 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

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
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 57%
Older 65+ 26%
3,156 Children (0-15) 17%
10,804 Working Age 57%
4,854 Older (65+) 26%
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

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

Home Ownership in Scotton

Of the 8,267 households in and around Scotton, 77% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 77% Social rented 10% Private rented 13%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Scotton

What is the population of Scotton?
Scotton has a population of approximately 18,816 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Scotton?
The average property in and around Scotton sold for about £415,276, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 19% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Scotton a deprived area?
Scotton sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Scotton?
Scotton is covered by the HG5 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Scotton?
There are 52 schools within 5 miles of Scotton, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Scotton?
The nearest railway station to Scotton is Knaresborough Train Station, about 2 miles away.

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