BD24 0AF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Sandholme Close, 0.7km from Giggleswick in Giggleswick. Administratively it sits within Settle & Penyghent ward and the Skipton and Ripon constituency.
For families considering a move, BD24 0AF represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 55, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £277k, down 23.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BD24 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00140347 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SANDHOLME CLOSE, BD24 0AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SANDHOLME CLOSE, BD24 0AF.
305
55
£ 39,800 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD24 0AF 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
BD24 0AF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 55, 88% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 23.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD24 0AF. The average age is 54.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 286,500
15 sales · Mean £ 277,100
Terraced
£ 177,500
3 sales · Mean £ 172,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD24 0AF has low crime rates — 8 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
Settle Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Giggleswick Primary School
Settle College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Barber On The Yard0.6 km
- The Singing Kettle0.7 km
- Uplifting Cards And Gifts0.8 km
- Whitefriars Shop0.7 km
- The Waffle Cone0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- North Ribblesdale RUFC0.6 km
- The Harts Head0.7 km
- The Black Horse Inn0.7 km
- The Craven Arms0.3 km
- The Talbot Arms0.8 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Bumblebee Coffee Shop0.8 km
- Church Of Holy Ascension0.8 km
- Little House Restaurant0.7 km
- Matteo's Italian Restaurant0.8 km
- Ruchee Restaurant0.6 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- China China0.8 km
- Dales Deli Sandwich Bar Settle0.8 km
- The Fisherman Restaurant0.8 km
- Milano Pizzas0.8 km
- Shambles Fish Bar0.8 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Valleymead B & B0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Booths0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Settle0.4 km
- Giggleswick1.1 km
- Long Preston5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Giggleswick Station Road0.3 km
- Station Road0.3 km
- Raines Road0.3 km
- Raines Road0.3 km
- Settle Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BD240AF · Data under Open Government Licence