Postcode Analysis Craven, Yorkshire and The Humber

THE MAINS, BD24 0AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE MAINS, BD24 0AX.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

297

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 39,800 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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10/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BD24 0AX combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£588k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending down 35.2% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BD24 0AX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Mains, 0.1km from The Mains in Giggleswick. Administratively it sits within Settle & Penyghent ward and the Skipton and Ripon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BD24, BD24 0AX offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 54 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 92% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £588k, down 35.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BD24 0AX are sourced from Output Area E00140349 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD24 0AX. The average age is 54.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 530,000

13 sales · Mean £ 536,415

Semi-Detached

£ 493,000

2 sales · Mean £ 493,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BD24 0AX has low crime rates — 11 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.

Violence and sexual offences10
Anti-social behaviour3
Other crime1
Criminal damage and arson1
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Settle College

Good645 pupils0.3 km
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Giggleswick Primary School

Good73 pupils0.3 km
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Settle Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good221 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Barber On The Yard0.9 km
  • Ribblesdale Farm Shop0.6 km
  • The Singing Kettle0.9 km
  • Uplifting Cards And Gifts1.0 km
  • Whitefriars Shop0.8 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Harts Head0.2 km
  • The Black Horse Inn0.2 km
  • Settle Cricket Club0.6 km
  • Bar 131.0 km
  • Royal Oak0.9 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Church Of Holy Ascension0.8 km
  • Matteo's Italian Restaurant0.9 km
  • Ruchee Restaurant0.9 km
  • The Wonky Cake Cafe0.9 km
  • Sugar & Spice1.0 km
  • + 8 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • China China0.8 km
  • Dales Deli Sandwich Bar Settle0.9 km
  • The Fisherman Restaurant0.8 km
  • Milano Pizzas0.8 km
  • Shambles Fish Bar0.9 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Valleymead B & B0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Booths0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Settle0.9 km
  • Giggleswick1.7 km
  • Long Preston6.7 km

Bus Stops

  • The Mains Drive0.2 km
  • The Mains Drive0.2 km
  • School0.2 km
  • School0.3 km
  • Belle Hill0.3 km