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About Bottomley
Bottomley is a small settlement located in the county of West Yorkshire, within the civil parish of Sproxton. It lies in a rural area of the Pennines, characterised by open countryside and rolling hills. The village is situated near the border with North Yorkshire, and the surrounding landscape features a mix of farmland and woodland. The postcode area HX4 covers the broader region, including nearby towns such as Sproxton and Sproxton Bridge. While small in size, Bottomley is part of a close-knit community with a long history in the area. The local environment is peaceful and largely unspoilt, offering a quiet retreat from more urban areas. There are no major landmarks or attractions within the village itself, but its location provides easy access to walking trails and scenic views across the Yorkshire countryside.
School Ratings in Bottomley
Bottomley is served by 128 schools. The Greetland Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bottomley
Property prices average £248K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £173K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bottomley
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bottomley, with 31 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bottomley
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bottomley falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Healthcare in Bottomley
There are 13 GP surgeries within three miles of Bottomley, the nearest being Brig Royd Surgery (1.5 miles away).
Local Data for Bottomley
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Property Prices 1,876 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the HX4 postcode area.
Household Income in Bottomley ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bottomley is approximately £55,679 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,184. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £41,184.
Businesses in Bottomley ONS 2025
There are approximately 542 active businesses based in Bottomley, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 14 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bottomley IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bottomley in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Bottomley 114 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Bottomley is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Bottomley
Of the 5,465 households in and around Bottomley, 74% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bottomley.