BD23 1BU is a sought-after residential area on Greenacres, 0.5km from Spring Gardens in Skipton. Administratively it sits within Skipton East & South ward and the Skipton and Ripon constituency.
For serious buyers, BD23 1BU is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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: Average house prices are around £350k. 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 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00140369 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GREENACRES, BD23 1BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GREENACRES, BD23 1BU.
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46
£ 41,900 /yr
50%
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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BD23 1BU combines high owner-occupation (76%), strong property values (£350k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD23 1BU. 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
Detached
£ 349,000
5 sales · Mean £ 308,193
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD23 1BU 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
Skipton Parish Church of England Primary School
Brougham Street Nursery 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
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Farmhouse Fare1.0 km
- Skipton Food Bank1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Alexanders1.0 km
- Moorview Community Social Club0.9 km
- Skipton Golf Club0.9 km
- Three Links Club0.9 km
- The Albion Inn1.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Dales Cottage Cafe0.9 km
- Pizza Express Ltd1.0 km
- Skipton Castle Tearooms0.9 km
- Starbucks Coffee Company0.9 km
- The Curious Fox1.0 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Bizzie Lizzies - High Street Car Park0.9 km
- Newmarket Fisheries1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Bailey Holidays0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Skipton1.8 km
- Cononley5.6 km
- Gargrave6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Overdale Park0.0 km
- Overdale Park0.1 km
- Greenacres0.1 km
- Pasture Close0.2 km
- Regent Crescent0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BD231BU · Data under Open Government Licence