Postcode Analysis Bradford, Yorkshire and The Humber

LS29 8BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS29 8BQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

295

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Avg Age

61

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Avg Income

£ 56,800 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LS29 8BQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 88% owner-occupation and an average age of 61, LS29 8BQ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.

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

LS29 8BQ is a sought-after residential area located 0.2km from Stead in Ilkley. Administratively it sits within Ilkley ward and the Keighley constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LS29, LS29 8BQ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 61) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 88% 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 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 8BQ are sourced from Output Area E00053954 (shared with 26 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 LS29 8BQ. The average age is 60.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

LS29 8BQ has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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Vehicle crime1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Cow and Calf Rock Cafe0.8 km
  • Clevedon House0.3 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Cow And Calf Hotel0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Ben Rhydding Golf Club (Bar Only)0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ben Rhydding1.6 km
  • Burley-In-Wharfedale2.1 km
  • Ilkley2.8 km