LS17 0BU is a safe, established residential area on Holly Hill Cottages, 0.8km from Huby in Huby (Harrogate). Administratively it sits within Washburn & Birstwith ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.
For families considering a move, LS17 0BU represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for LS17 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00141197 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLLY HILL COTTAGES, LS17 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLY HILL COTTAGES, LS17 0BU.
326
42
£ 56,200 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS17 0BU 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 0BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 90% 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 0BU. The average age is 42.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
LS17 0BU has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
North Rigton Church of England Primary School
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Weeton0.7 km
- Pannal4.6 km
- Hornbeam Park6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Woodgate Lane0.3 km
- Woodgate Lane0.3 km
- Almscliffe Village Hall0.5 km
- Almscliffe Village Hall0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: LS170BU · Data under Open Government Licence