Village Guide · York area
Living in Dunnington
A well-served village east of York, with a traditional centre, established neighbourhoods and open farmland at its edge.
A well-served village east of York, with a traditional centre, established neighbourhoods and open farmland at its edge.
Dunnington lies around four miles east of York city centre within the City of York council area, close to the A1079 and A64.
The village has a traditional centre, historic church, established neighbourhoods and open farmland wrapping around its eastern edge.
Dunnington has a strong historic core formed around Church Street, York Street and Common Road. Older buildings and the church give the centre a clear sense of continuity, with established neighbourhoods extending beyond it.
The village sits on York's eastern side where urban routes meet open agricultural land. Fields remain visible around much of the settlement, maintaining a clear transition between the village and the city edge.
Why live here
Why live in Dunnington?
- Shops, a primary school, community buildings, sports facilities and local groups support a lively village community with York's wider amenities nearby.
- Footpaths and quiet lanes lead towards Holtby, Kexby and the open countryside separating York from the River Derwent.
- Regular buses and direct roads link Dunnington with York. The A1079 leads towards Pocklington and the A64 gives access around the city.
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