Middleton, Ilkley, LS29 0DQ

Middleton is a hamlet and civil parish in the county of North Yorkshire, England. It is on the border with West Yorkshire and 1 mile north of the town centre of Ilkley, West Yorkshire and is continuous with the Middleton suburb of the town. From 1974 to 2023 it was part of the Borough of Harrogate, it is now administered by the unitary North Yorkshire Council. The settlement is identified as a hamlet and civil parish, indicating a small community with local governance. Its proximity to Ilkley means it is closely linked to the larger town’s amenities while retaining a distinct rural character. The location within the LS 29 postal district places it within the broader Leeds postcode area, and the surrounding landscape is typical of the North Yorkshire countryside. Residents benefit from the local civil parish structure and the administrative support of North Yorkshire Council. The community’s continuity with the Middleton suburb of Ilkley suggests easy access to nearby town facilities while preserving its hamlet identity.