LS29 8RX is a sought-after residential area on High Wheatley, 0.2km from Ben Rhydding in Ilkley. Administratively it sits within Ilkley ward and the Keighley constituency.
For serious buyers, LS29 8RX is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 94% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £728k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for LS29 8RX are sourced from Output Area E00053938 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH WHEATLEY, LS29 8RX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH WHEATLEY, LS29 8RX.
375
46
£ 58,600 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS29 8RX 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. LS29 8RX's low deprivation rank, 94% ownership, and £728k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £728k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS29 8RX. The average age is 46.4. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 732,500
7 sales · Mean £ 731,428
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS29 8RX has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ben Rhydding Primary School
The Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Ilkley Grammar School
Ashlands Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Cow and Calf Rock Cafe0.6 km
- Happy Valley Cafe0.9 km
- Methodist Homes Retirement Living0.9 km
- Pranzo0.5 km
- Clevedon House0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Cow And Calf Hotel0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Ben Rhydding Golf Club (Bar Only)0.2 km
- Wheatley Hotel0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco1.0 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Furniss Butchers0.5 km
- N&K Convenience Store0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ben Rhydding0.7 km
- Ilkley1.7 km
- Burley-In-Wharfedale3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Wheatley Lane0.2 km
- Wheatley Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LS298RX · Data under Open Government Licence