BD23 1BP is a sought-after residential area on Long Meadow, 0.5km from Spring Gardens in Skipton. Administratively it sits within Skipton East & South ward and the Skipton and Ripon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BD23, BD23 1BP offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 54 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 93% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £240k. 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 BD23 1BP are sourced from Output Area E00140370 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONG MEADOW, BD23 1BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONG MEADOW, BD23 1BP.
273
54
£ 41,900 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD23 1BP 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. BD23 1BP's low deprivation rank, 93% ownership, and £240k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD23 1BP. The average age is 54.0. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 232,500
4 sales · Mean £ 232,500
Detached
£ 265,000
1 sales · Mean £ 265,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD23 1BP has low crime rates — 8 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
Otley Street Community Nursery School
Skipton Parish Church of England Primary School
Brougham Street Nursery School
Skipton, Water Street Community Primary School
Ermysted's Grammar School
St Stephen's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, A Voluntary Academy
Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- The Dales Diner1.0 km
- Dales Cottage Cafe0.9 km
- Efendy1.0 km
- Pizza Express Ltd0.9 km
- Skipton Castle Tearooms0.9 km
- + 11 more
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Farmhouse Fare1.0 km
- Skipton Food Bank0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Alexanders1.0 km
- Moorview Community Social Club0.9 km
- Skipton Golf Club0.9 km
- Three Links Club0.8 km
- The Albion Inn0.9 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Bizzie Lizzies - High Street Car Park0.9 km
- Jamal Ali T/a Pizza Central1.0 km
- Newmarket Fisheries1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Bailey Holidays0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Skipton1.7 km
- Cononley5.5 km
- Gargrave6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Overdale Park0.1 km
- Overdale Park0.1 km
- Greenacres0.1 km
- Pasture Close0.2 km
- Regent Crescent0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BD231BP · Data under Open Government Licence