David Wilson Burley in Wharfedale
Developer: Barratt David Wilson Homes
A flagship 480-home scheme with 3 & 4-bedroom houses priced from £492,995 to £724,995 and 4 & 5-bedroom houses from £759,995 to £1,139,995.
New Homes in Burley in Wharfedale
Wharfedale Valley village — 480 new homes by Barratt David Wilson
Burley in Wharfedale is a Yorkshire Dales village between Ilkley and Otley, anchored by a major 480-home Barratt David Wilson scheme with Stonewater providing 143 affordable and shared-ownership homes alongside. Direct trains reach Ilkley, Otley and Leeds, and the Yorkshire Dales National Park starts at the village edge.
2 active developments From £200k West Yorkshire
Featured developments in Burley in Wharfedale
Burley in Wharfedale property market in 2026
Burley in Wharfedale is among the most expensive new-build village markets in West Yorkshire, reflecting the Wharfedale Valley setting and Ilkley catchment. The 480-home David Wilson scheme is the largest local pipeline for many years and includes 143 Stonewater shared-ownership homes to widen access.
Why buy a new home in Burley in Wharfedale?
- ✓ At the foot of the Yorkshire Dales National Park
- ✓ Direct trains to Ilkley, Otley and Leeds
- ✓ 480-home Barratt David Wilson scheme + 143 affordable Stonewater homes
- ✓ Wharfedale Valley setting and walking countryside
- ✓ Strong village primary catchment
Transport & commuting
Burley-in-Wharfedale station is on the Wharfedale Line with direct services to Ilkley, Guiseley and Leeds. The A65 connects to Otley and on to the M62 / A1(M).
| Destination | Time | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Ilkley | ~6m | Northern |
| Leeds | ~45m | Northern |
| Otley | ~10m | Car (A65) |
| Bradford | ~30m | Northern (via Shipley) |
Schools in Burley in Wharfedale
Burley & Woodhead CofE Primary is in the village. Secondary pupils typically go to Ilkley Grammar School (state, mixed) — one of the highest-performing comprehensives in West Yorkshire.
- Burley & Woodhead CofE Primary
- Ilkley Grammar School (state, mixed)
- Ghyll Royd School (independent, prep)
- Bradford Grammar School (independent, 30 mins)
- Leeds Trinity University (45 mins)
Major new-build schemes in Burley in Wharfedale
Centurion Meadows
Developer: Stonewater
143 affordable rented and shared-ownership 1, 2 and 3-bedroom houses and 2-bedroom apartments delivered alongside the wider DWH scheme.
Things to do in Burley in Wharfedale
- • Yorkshire Dales National Park (starts at village edge)
- • Ilkley Moor and the Cow & Calf Rocks
- • Bolton Abbey (15 mins)
- • Ilkley Lido (open-air pool)
- • Otley Chevin Forest Park
Frequently asked questions about new homes in Burley in Wharfedale
How much do new homes in Burley in Wharfedale cost?
David Wilson Homes prices 3 & 4-bedroom houses from £492,995 to £724,995 and 4 & 5-bedroom houses from £759,995 to £1,139,995. Stonewater's shared-ownership and affordable rent options provide a lower-cost entry point.
How long is the train from Burley in Wharfedale to Leeds?
Northern runs direct services on the Wharfedale Line from Burley-in-Wharfedale to Leeds in around 45 minutes, with trains roughly every 30 minutes.
What schools are near Burley in Wharfedale?
Burley & Woodhead CofE Primary is the village primary. Secondary pupils typically attend Ilkley Grammar School — one of the highest-performing state comprehensives in West Yorkshire — 6 minutes by train.