Is LS24 8BN a safe place to live?

Yes, LS24 8BN is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 1 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of LS24 8BN?

The population for the LS24 8BN area is approximately 420 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Harrogate, Yorkshire and The Humber

LS24 8BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS24 8BN.

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Population

420

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 55,500 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LS24 8BN 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.

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10/10

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10/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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9/10

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1/10

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7/10

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7/10

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Area Character

LS24 8BN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 76% 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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LS24 8BN is a safe, established residential area within the LS24 district of Harrogate. Administratively it sits within Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.

For families considering a move, LS24 8BN 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 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 76% 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 LS24 8BN are sourced from Output Area E00140986 (shared with 43 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS24 8BN. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)

LS24 8BN has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Hammerton7.1 km
Cattal7.3 km
Ulleskelf10.5 km