About Stanbury

Stanbury is a village located in West Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area BD22. It is situated near the edge of the moors, providing easy access to the surrounding countryside. The village is primarily residential, with a small number of local amenities including a few shops and a pub. Stanbury's location makes it a suitable base for those looking to explore the nearby moorland and enjoy outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. A notable feature of Stanbury is its proximity to the Brontë Parsonage Museum, which is just a short distance away in Haworth. This museum is dedicated to the lives and works of the Brontë sisters, offering insights into their literary contributions. The village is also close to the scenic Top Withens, often associated with the setting of Emily Brontë's "Wuthering Heights." Stanbury serves as a quiet spot for visitors wishing to appreciate the natural beauty and literary connections of the area.

School Ratings in Stanbury

Families in Stanbury have access to 41 local schools. Merlin Top Primary Academy and Beckfoot Phoenix are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Stanbury

Homes sell for an average of £186K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £143K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Stanbury

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Stanbury, with 21 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Stanbury

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Stanbury around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Stanbury

Stanbury 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 4,578 sales

Average Price £186K
£100 — £9.76M
Detached £293K 676
Semi £173K 1,413
Terraced £143K 2,139
Flat £126K 143

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

29 Primary
5 Secondary
7 Other
Oldfield Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Stanbury Village School Primary Good 0.4 miles Treetops Children's Centre 1.6 miles Haworth Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Oakworth Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Oxenhope CofE Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Lees Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Laycock Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Worth Valley Primary School Primary 3 miles Beckfoot Oakbank Secondary 3.1 miles Beckfoot Nessfield Primary 3.2 miles Low Fold Children and Family Centre Requires Improvement 3.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Stanbury IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Stanbury 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
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
3/10
9,032 Children (0-15) 20%
28,148 Working Age 62%
11,071 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 44.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22% 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 Stanbury 234 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Stanbury is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

122 Violence & Sexual Offences
21 Anti-Social Behaviour
15 Public Order
15 Vehicle Crime
12 Drugs
11 Criminal Damage & Arson
11 Other Theft
8 Burglary
8 Other Crime
7 Shoplifting
2 Theft from Person
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Keighley Train Station 4.4 miles
Steeton And Silsden Train Station 4.9 miles
Cononley Train Station 6.3 miles
Crossflatts Train Station 6.3 miles
Hebden Bridge Train Station 6.7 miles
Mytholmroyd Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Oldfield 0 yards Scholes 0.6 miles Lumb Foot 0.6 miles Pickles Hill 1.4 miles Lane End 1.4 miles Upper Marsh 1.4 miles Newsholme 1.8 miles Moor Side 1.8 miles Shaw 1.8 miles Marsh 1.8 miles Haworth 1.9 miles White Hill 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Craven
County North Yorkshire
Ward Cowling
Constituency Skipton and Ripon
Parish Cowling
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in BD22 30 shown View all streets

Acre Lane 3 Acre Meadow 1 Acre Mews 1 Acre Road 1 Addison Drive 1 Aire Street 2 Albert Street 1 Albion Street 2 All Wood Street 1 Alma Street 2 Ann Street 1 Annie Street 1 Apple Street 2 Apsley Street 2 Arctic Street 1 Arncliffe Road 1 Arnclifffe Avenue 1 Ash Street 2 Ashfield Terrace 1 Ashlar Close 1 Ashmount Mews 2 Back Lane 1 Back Leeming 2 Back Malt Street 1 Back River Street 1 Back Rydal Street 1 Back Wheat Street 1 Baden Street 2 Bamlett Brow 2 Bankfield Mount 1

Postcodes in BD22 50 shown View all postcodes

BD22 0AA BD22 0AB BD22 0AD BD22 0AE BD22 0AF BD22 0AG BD22 0AH BD22 0AJ BD22 0AL BD22 0AN BD22 0AP BD22 0AQ BD22 0AR BD22 0AS BD22 0AT BD22 0AU BD22 0AW BD22 0AX BD22 0AY BD22 0AZ BD22 0BA BD22 0BB BD22 0BD BD22 0BE BD22 0BG BD22 0BH BD22 0BJ BD22 0BL BD22 0BN BD22 0BP BD22 0BQ BD22 0BR BD22 0BS BD22 0BW BD22 0BX BD22 0BY BD22 0BZ BD22 0DA BD22 0DB BD22 0DD BD22 0DE BD22 0DF BD22 0DG BD22 0DH BD22 0DJ BD22 0DL BD22 0DN BD22 0DQ BD22 0DR BD22 0DS