Welcome to Leyburn
CLICK FOR 2021 CENSUS DATAIntroduction
Leyburn is a market town and civil parish in the district of Richmondshire, North Yorkshire, England, sitting above the northern bank of the River Ure in Wensleydale. Historically in the North Riding of Yorkshire, the name was derived from 'Ley' or 'Le' (clearing), and 'burn' (stream), meaning clearing by the stream. Leyburn had a population of 1,844 at the 2001 census increasing to 2,183 at the 2011 Census. The estimated population in 2015 was 2,190. Leyburn was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 but had no recorded population; the growth of Leyburn as a major hub is linked to the decline in fortunes of nearby Wensley, which had prominence as the only market town in Wensleydale until being devastated by the plague in 1563, leaving what was once an important and prosperous town, mostly abandoned. Leyburn's stature increased in the 17th century when a market charter was granted by Charles II in 1686. Leyburn Town Hall was built in 1856 by Lord Bolton, and now houses several shops.
Parish Information
Parish statistics
Area |
1,018 hectares |
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Population |
2,414 (2021) |
Density |
237 people/km2 |
Mean age |
49.3 |
Ward |
Leyburn |
District |
Richmondshire |
Postcodes |
DL8 |
ONS ID |
E04007497 |
Council
Contact details for Leyburn Parish Council, including current councillors, precept data and election results.
Education
View educational establishments in Leyburn Parish. Data includes OFSTED rating and current appointed governors.
Business
Business directory listing local businesses operating within Leyburn Parish.
Property
Price paid data for all property sold in Leyburn Parish since 2018. Includes average prices for each property type.
Heritage
Local heritage sites, historic churches, heritage pubs plus local heritage initiatives for Leyburn Parish.
Local News
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Leyburn beat Unicorn to reach first semi-final
Published: 3rd Apr 2024
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Retro Ford owners to hold rally at Leyburn venue
Published: 1st Apr 2024
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Unicorn hang on to beat Leyburn and close grip on title
Published: 28th Mar 2024