LS29 0BW is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Nesfield in Harrogate. Administratively it sits within Washburn & Birstwith ward and the Skipton and Ripon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LS29, LS29 0BW offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 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 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £787k.
Census 2021 statistics for LS29 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00141242 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LS29 0BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS29 0BW.
170
46
£ 52,700 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS29 0BW 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, LS29 0BW combines high owner-occupation (93%), strong property values (£787k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £787k 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 0BW. The average age is 46.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 787,500
2 sales · Mean £ 787,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
LS29 0BW has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ilkley3.2 km
- Ben Rhydding4.4 km
- Steeton & Silsden7.8 km
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Postcode Profile: LS290BW · Data under Open Government Licence