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Grassington, North Yorkshire

Yorkshire and the Humber · Population 1,154 · 1.8 sq miles

Avg House Price
£342,000
Schools Rated Good+
100%
Crime vs National
Well below average
Avg Broadband
38 Mbps
Nearest GP
0.2 miles

Grassington is the most popular village in the Yorkshire Dales — a charming, characterful dales village in upper Wharfedale, whose cobbled market square, 18th-century stone houses and excellent pubs have made it the unofficial 'capital' of the upper Dales. It was the filming location for All Creatures Great and Small, where it doubled as the fictional market town of Darrowby.


Grassington sits in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, surrounded by some of the finest limestone scenery in England. The cobbled square is lined with independent shops, cafés and three excellent pubs. The Upper Wharfedale Museum tells the story of the lead mining industry. The Grassington Festival, held each June, is one of the Yorkshire Dales' most popular arts events.

Data last updated: June 2026 · Sources: ONS, Land Registry, Ofsted, Police.uk, Ofcom, NHS Digital
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Housing & Property Prices

HM Land Registry
Average Price
£342,000
All property types
Detached
£498,000
Average sold price
Semi-detached
£305,000
Average sold price
Terraced
£248,000
Average sold price
Flat / Maisonette
£178,000
Average sold price
Annual Change
+3.4%
vs previous year
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Schools & Ofsted Ratings

Ofsted
Outstanding
0
schools
Good
2
schools
Requires Improvement
0
schools
Inadequate
0
schools
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Crime Statistics

Police.uk
Crime Rate
12
per 1,000 residents
vs National Avg
Well below average
England & Wales
Most Common
Anti-social behaviour
crime category
Anti-social behaviour
8
Violence & sexual
5
Burglary
2
Vehicle crime
2
Shoplifting
1
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Broadband & Connectivity

Ofcom
Average Download
38 Mbps
median speed
Superfast Coverage
72%
30 Mbps+
Ultrafast Coverage
18%
100 Mbps+
Full Fibre (FTTP)
8%
premises
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Health & NHS Access

NHS Digital
Nearest GP Surgery
Grassington Medical Centre
0.2 miles away
NHS Trust
Airedale NHS FT
responsible trust
Nearest Hospital
Airedale General Hospital
14.8 miles
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Environment & Green Space

DEFRA / ONS
Air Quality Index
Good
annual average
Green Space
78%
of local area
Flood Risk
Low
Environment Agency
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Transport & Connectivity

DfT / National Rail
Nearest Station
Skipton Railway Station
9.8 miles
To London
3h 00m (via Leeds)
approx by rail
Nearest Motorway
A65
10.4 miles
Nearest Airport
Leeds Bradford Airport
22 miles
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Grassington at a Glance — Area Scorecard

TownData.co.uk
Overall
8.8
Excellent
Family Life
9.0
Excellent
Schools
9.0
Excellent
Transport
4.0
Poor
Nightlife
3.0
Poor
Value for Money
7.0
Very Good
Safety
10.0
Excellent
Green Space
10.0
Excellent

Scores calculated from official data sources including ONS, Police.uk, Ofsted and Ofcom. Rated out of 10.

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Who is Grassington Good For?

TownData.co.uk
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Families
✅ Great for families
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Commuters
❌ Poor transport links
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Students
❌ Limited student life
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Retirees
✅ Peaceful & well-served
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Young Professionals
❌ Limited for young pros
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First-Time Buyers
⚡ Moderate affordability
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Outdoor Lovers
✅ Excellent green space
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Nightlife Seekers
❌ Better options elsewhere
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Things to Do & Local Attractions

VisitBritain
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    Grassington Village Square
    The cobbled heart of the village — a medieval market square lined with 17th and 18th-century stone buildings, independent shops, cafés and excellent pubs. The starting point for all Dales exploration.
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    Wharfedale & Limestone Country
    Walks in all directions lead through classic limestone dales scenery — Stump Cross Caverns, Linton Falls and Grass Wood ancient woodland are all within easy reach.
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    Upper Wharfedale Museum
    A charming folk museum in former miners' cottages, telling the story of lead mining, farming and village life in upper Wharfedale.
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    Malham & Gordale Scar
    8 miles away, the dramatic limestone landscapes of Malham Cove, Malham Tarn and Gordale Scar are among the most spectacular natural features in England.
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    Grassington Festival
    An annual arts festival held each June, bringing music, theatre, comedy and visual arts to the village square — one of the Yorkshire Dales' most cherished annual events.
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Nearby Towns & Villages

ONS / Ordnance Survey
Skipton
9.8 miles south
Kettlewell
5.8 miles north
Burnsall
3.4 miles south
Malham
8.4 miles north-west
Settle
12.8 miles north-west
Pateley Bridge
10.4 miles east
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Weather & Climate

Met Office
Jan
5°C
Feb
5°C
Mar
8°C
Apr
10°C
May
13°C
Jun
16°C
Jul
18°C
Aug
18°C
Sep
15°C
Oct
11°C
Nov
7°C
Dec
5°C
Annual Rainfall
1040mm
mm per year
Sunshine Hours
1380 hrs
per year
Warmest Month
July/Aug
avg high 19°C
Coldest Month
January
avg low 0°C
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grassington a nice place to live?
Grassington is a settlement in North Yorkshire. It has 100% of schools rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, average house prices of £342,000, and crime that is well below average the national average. Use the sections above to explore the full data profile.
What is the average house price in Grassington?
The average house price in Grassington is £342,000 according to HM Land Registry. This covers all property types. See the housing section above for a full breakdown by property type and annual price change.
Is Grassington safe to live in?
Grassington's crime rate is well below average the national average. See the crime section above for a full breakdown by category.
What are the schools like in Grassington?
100% of schools in Grassington are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. See the schools section above for a full list with individual Ofsted ratings.
How fast is broadband in Grassington?
Average broadband download speeds in Grassington are 38 Mbps according to Ofcom. See the broadband section above for superfast and full-fibre coverage figures.

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