BD23 1BD is a sought-after residential area on Clover Hill, 0.5km from Spring Gardens in Skipton. Administratively it sits within Skipton East & South ward and the Skipton and Ripon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BD23, BD23 1BD offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 76% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £143k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 5.1% year-on-year. 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 BD23 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00140369 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLOVER HILL, BD23 1BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLOVER HILL, BD23 1BD.
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£ 41,900 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. BD23 1BD's low deprivation rank, 76% ownership, and £143k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 5.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD23 1BD. The average age is 45.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 120,750
6 sales · Mean £ 123,500
Semi-Detached
£ 210,000
2 sales · Mean £ 210,000
Detached
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD23 1BD has low crime rates — 7 incidents 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
Otley Street Community Nursery School
Brougham Street Nursery School
Skipton Parish Church of England Primary School
Skipton, Water Street Community Primary School
Ermysted's Grammar School
St Stephen's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, A Voluntary Academy
Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Skipton Girls' High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- The Dales Diner0.9 km
- Bean Loved0.9 km
- Dales Cottage Cafe0.9 km
- Efendy0.9 km
- Pizza Express Ltd0.9 km
- + 18 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Farmhouse Fare0.9 km
- Love Brownies Ltd1.0 km
- Skipton Food Bank0.9 km
- The Market Pantry Box1.0 km
- Craven Bakery1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Alexanders0.9 km
- Moorview Community Social Club0.8 km
- Skipton Golf Club1.0 km
- The Black Horse Hotel1.0 km
- Three Links Club0.8 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Bizzie Lizzies - High Street Car Park0.9 km
- Jamal Ali T/a Pizza Central0.9 km
- Newmarket Fisheries0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Bailey Holidays0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Skipton1.7 km
- Cononley5.5 km
- Gargrave6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Greenacres0.1 km
- Pasture Close0.1 km
- Regent Crescent0.1 km
- Overdale Park0.2 km
- Overdale Park0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BD231BD · Data under Open Government Licence