BD16 1DY is a mixed residential area on Ashfield Cottages, 0.2km from Old Hills in Bingley. Administratively it sits within Bingley ward and the Shipley constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £193k.
Census 2021 statistics for BD16 1DY are sourced from Output Area E00053435 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHFIELD COTTAGES, BD16 1DY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHFIELD COTTAGES, BD16 1DY.
369
43
£ 40,300 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD16 1DY represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
BD16 1DY is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD16 1DY. The average age is 42.5. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 180,000
3 sales · Mean £ 159,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BD16 1DY is moderate at 66 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Trinity All Saints CofE VA Primary School
Myrtle Park Primary
Hazelbeck Special School
Beckfoot School
Beckfoot Priestthorpe Primary School & Nursery
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Eldwick Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- J Wild Confectioners0.7 km
- Bingley Arts Centre0.6 km
- Home Bargains0.5 km
- Bingley Wines0.1 km
- Five Rise Records0.7 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Market Square Tavern0.7 km
- The Star (Bar Only)0.3 km
- Bingley Brew House (Bar Only)0.8 km
- Engine Room on Aire0.7 km
- Shipley Golf Club0.5 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Il Caffe Ristretto0.6 km
- Mamas Pizza0.7 km
- Lavinias Cafe Bistro0.7 km
- Radish at Aire Valley Court0.4 km
- Subway0.5 km
- + 13 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Peacock Bar0.6 km
- Rob's Plaice0.6 km
- Chan's Kitchen0.8 km
- Happy House0.5 km
- Jumbo0.9 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co Op0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bingley0.6 km
- Crossflatts1.9 km
- Saltaire2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Bradford Road Ashfield Court0.1 km
- Bradford Road Ashfield Court0.1 km
- Bradford Rd Southlands Grove0.2 km
- Bradford Rd Southlands Grove0.3 km
- Myrtle Park Primary School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BD161DY · Data under Open Government Licence