LS17 0AF is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from North Rigton in Harrogate. Administratively it sits within Washburn & Birstwith ward and the Skipton and Ripon constituency.
For families considering a move, LS17 0AF represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 46, 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.
Census 2021 statistics for LS17 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00141244 (shared with 42 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LS17 0AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS17 0AF.
478
46
£ 52,700 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS17 0AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
LS17 0AF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS17 0AF. 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
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
LS17 0AF has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
North Rigton Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Harrogate Riding Centre0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Square And Compass0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Weeton2.4 km
- Pannal2.8 km
- Hornbeam Park4.8 km
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Postcode Profile: LS170AF · Data under Open Government Licence