BD23 3BW is a sought-after residential area on Lock View, 0.4km from Gargrave in Gargrave. Administratively it sits within Mid Craven ward and the Skipton and Ripon constituency.
For families considering a move, BD23 3BW represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BD23 3BW are sourced from Output Area E00140303 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOCK VIEW, BD23 3BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOCK VIEW, BD23 3BW.
291
49
£ 46,000 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD23 3BW represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
BD23 3BW is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 49 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD23 3BW. The average age is 48.6. 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 demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD23 3BW has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Gargrave Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Masons Arms0.6 km
- The Old Swan Inn0.2 km
- Anchor Inn Cookhouse & Pub0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Dalesman Cafe0.4 km
- Bollywood Cottage0.4 km
- Williams Catering Services0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Operative, Gargrave0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- The Frying Yorkshireman0.3 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- D C Cheeses0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gargrave0.9 km
- Skipton5.9 km
- Hellifield8.7 km
Bus Stops
- Lyndale Garage0.2 km
- Lyndale Garage0.2 km
- Ray Bridge0.2 km
- The Post Office0.2 km
- Higherlands Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BD233BW · Data under Open Government Licence