Welcome to Askwith
CLICK FOR 2021 CENSUS DATAIntroduction
Askwith is a village and civil parish in the Harrogate district of North Yorkshire, England, with a population of 220 (2001 census), increasing to 240 at the 2011 Census. The village is located in Wharfedale, and is close to the border of West Yorkshire. Nearby towns are Otley, Ilkley and Burley-in-Wharfedale. Facilities include a school, a pub, and a garden nursery. An annual show is held, with attractions ranging from produce and handicraft classes, to a dog show and horse competitions, as well as stalls and entertainment. There is also a WI group and a toddler group.Baines lists the village as "Asquith" in 1822 and Lewis as "Askwith, or Asquith" in 1848. A derivative surname from the village is that of Asquith.The village is related to the famous Asquith family.
Parish Information
Parish statistics
Area |
1,364 hectares |
|---|---|
Population |
251 (2021) |
Density |
18 people/km2 |
Mean age |
42.2 |
Ward |
Washburn |
District |
Harrogate |
Postcodes |
LS21 |
ONS ID |
E04007308 |
Council
Contact details for Askwith Parish Council, including current councillors, precept data and election results.
Education
View educational establishments in Askwith Parish. Data includes OFSTED rating and current appointed governors.
Business
Business directory listing local businesses operating within Askwith Parish.
Property
Price paid data for all property sold in Askwith Parish since 2018. Includes average prices for each property type.
Heritage
Local heritage sites, historic churches, heritage pubs plus local heritage initiatives for Askwith Parish.
Local News
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New footbridge over River Wharfe proposed
Published: 17th Oct 2023
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