LS24 8BH is a mixed residential area located 0.8km from Wighill in Harrogate. Administratively it sits within Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.
For families considering a move, LS24 8BH represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for LS24 8BH are sourced from Output Area E00140995 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LS24 8BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS24 8BH.
204
47
£ 55,500 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS24 8BH 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.
Area Character
LS24 8BH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 85% 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 LS24 8BH. The average age is 46.9. 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The White Swan Inn0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hammerton8.7 km
- Ulleskelf8.8 km
- Cattal9.1 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: LS248BH · Data under Open Government Licence