About Swinden

Swinden is a small village located in North Yorkshire, England, within the BD23 postcode area. It is situated near the picturesque Yorkshire Dales National Park, which offers a range of outdoor activities for nature enthusiasts. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of its inhabitants. The surrounding countryside is characterised by rolling hills and farmland, making it a suitable spot for walking and exploring. Swinden is also conveniently located for access to nearby towns and villages, allowing for easy travel to larger centres for shopping and dining. The community is close-knit, providing a sense of belonging for those who live there.

School Ratings in Swinden

Families in Swinden have access to 10 local schools. 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 Swinden

Homes sell for an average of £329K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £210K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Swinden

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Swinden, with 1 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Swinden

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Swinden around the national average for deprivation. 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 Swinden

Swinden benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. 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 10 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
2 Other
North Craven Children's Centre 1.6 miles Hellifield Community Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Long Preston Endowed Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Gargrave Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Gisburn Primary School Primary 4.2 miles Thornton in Craven Community Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles St Joseph's Catholic primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 4.6 miles Coates Lane Primary School Primary 4.7 miles Gisburn Road Children's Centre 4.7 miles Gisburn Road Community Primary School Primary 4.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Swinden IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Swinden are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

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

Crime in Swinden 1 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Swinden are lower than the England and Wales average. While public order is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Public Order
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

Hellifield Train Station 1.9 miles
Long Preston Train Station 2.9 miles
Gargrave Train Station 4.1 miles
Settle Train Station 6.3 miles
Giggleswick Train Station 6.8 miles
Skipton Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Nappa 0.9 miles Halton West 1.2 miles Hellifield 1.4 miles Hellifield Green 1.4 miles Newsholme 2.2 miles Otterburn 2.2 miles Coniston Cold 2.6 miles Horton 2.6 miles Paythorne 2.6 miles Bell Busk 2.8 miles Long Preston 3.1 miles West Marton 3.1 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