Naburn Area Guide — Living in Naburn YO19

Your complete guide to Naburn — riverside lifestyle, nature paths, amenities, schools, commuting and property prices.

Last updated: November 2025

TL;DR — Quick Summary

Naburn is a peaceful YO19 riverside village close to York, popular with walkers, cyclists and families. Nearby to Escrick, Stillingfleet, Wheldrake, Riccall and Cawood.

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Where is Naburn?

Naburn sits in the YO19 postcode area, just south of York and close to Escrick and Stillingfleet. It’s also near Riccall, Wheldrake, Cawood and Selby.

What is life like in Naburn?

Naburn offers a peaceful riverside lifestyle with countryside views and access to the York Solar System Way walking/cycle route.

The village is known for Naburn Lock, beautiful river paths, friendly community life and its easy access to York — making it very popular with families and commuters.

Schools near Naburn

Primary schools

Naburn CE Primary School — in the village
Escrick CE Primary School — Escrick
Riccall Community Primary School — Riccall
Wheldrake with Thorganby CE Primary School — Wheldrake

Secondary schools

Fulford School — York
Archbishop Holgate’s School — York
Barlby High School — Barlby & Osgodby

Commuting from Naburn

York: 10–12 minutes
Selby: 15 minutes
Leeds: 35 minutes
A19: 3–4 minutes

Nearest train stations: York and Selby.

Amenities & Local Life

In Naburn

Naburn Lock
Riverside walks & cycle paths
Village school & hall
Local café (seasonal)

Nearby amenities

Escrick: shops, pub, village services
York: full city centre amenities
Selby: supermarkets, retail, leisure

Naburn Property Market

Naburn features cottages, family homes and larger detached properties. Demand is strong, especially from York commuters looking for peaceful countryside living.

Typical price ranges

Cottages: £260,000–£400,000
Family homes: £350,000–£550,000
Large detached homes: £550,000–£900,000+

Is Naburn right for you?

Ideal if:

You want riverside walking and cycling
You want a quiet village minutes from York
You value countryside and nature

You may prefer elsewhere if:

You want shops within walking distance (see Escrick)
You prefer larger villages (see Riccall)

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Naburn FAQs

Is Naburn in YO19?: Yes — Naburn sits entirely within the YO19 postcode district.
Is Naburn good for commuting to York?: Yes — it is one of the closest villages to York, just 10–12 minutes by car.
What is Naburn known for?: Naburn Lock, riverside walks, and the Solar System Way cycle route.