BD24 0BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.2km from Mains, The in Giggleswick. Administratively it sits within Settle & Penyghent ward and the Skipton and Ripon constituency.
For families considering a move, BD24 0BU 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 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BD24 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00140349 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BD24 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BD24 0BU.
297
54
£ 39,800 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
Area Character
BD24 0BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 92% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD24 0BU. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD24 0BU has low crime rates — 12 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 College
Giggleswick Primary School
Settle Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Barber On The Yard0.7 km
- Ribblesdale Farm Shop0.3 km
- The Singing Kettle0.6 km
- Uplifting Cards And Gifts0.7 km
- Whitefriars Shop0.5 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- North Ribblesdale RUFC0.9 km
- The Harts Head0.3 km
- The Black Horse Inn0.4 km
- The Talbot Arms0.7 km
- Settle Cricket Club0.4 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Bumblebee Coffee Shop0.8 km
- Church Of Holy Ascension0.5 km
- Little House Restaurant0.8 km
- Matteo's Italian Restaurant0.6 km
- Ruchee Restaurant0.7 km
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- China China0.5 km
- Dales Deli Sandwich Bar Settle0.6 km
- The Fisherman Restaurant0.5 km
- Milano Pizzas0.6 km
- Shambles Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Valleymead B & B0.2 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Booths0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Settle0.7 km
- Giggleswick1.8 km
- Long Preston6.5 km
Bus Stops
- School0.1 km
- School0.1 km
- Penyghent View0.2 km
- Bridge End0.3 km
- The Mains Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BD240BU · Data under Open Government Licence