BD16 1BY is a sought-after residential area on Long Lane, 0.5km from Harden in Harden. Administratively it sits within Bingley Rural ward and the Shipley constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BD16, BD16 1BY offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £379k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for BD16 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00053439 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONG LANE, BD16 1BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONG LANE, BD16 1BY.
303
54
£ 45,400 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD16 1BY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
BD16 1BY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £379k, 88% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £379k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD16 1BY. The average age is 54.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 405,000
6 sales · Mean £ 427,000
Semi-Detached
£ 560,000
1 sales · Mean £ 560,000
Flat
£ 75,500
2 sales · Mean £ 75,500
Terraced
£ 180,000
3 sales · Mean £ 161,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD16 1BY has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Harden Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Malt0.9 km
- Harden Cricket Club0.7 km
- The Golden Fleece0.3 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- G Snowden & Son Butchers0.4 km
- Harden Food & Wine0.4 km
- Harden Post Office0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Bingley Garden Centre0.9 km
- The Yorkshire Treats Company0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Harden Fisheries0.4 km
- Harden Spice0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bingley2.8 km
- Crossflatts3.0 km
- Keighley3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Long Lane Spring Farm Ln0.1 km
- Long Lane South Walk0.1 km
- Hill End Lane Ryecroft Rd0.2 km
- Hill End Lane Ryecroft Rd0.2 km
- Long Lane Gatesway0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BD161BY · Data under Open Government Licence