Postcode Analysis Bradford, Yorkshire and The Humber

BRACKENWOOD CLOSE, LS29 8NH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRACKENWOOD CLOSE, LS29 8NH.

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Population

293

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 58,600 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LS29 8NH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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7/10
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4/10
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8/10
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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 62% owner-occupation and average age 44, LS29 8NH has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

LS29 8NH is a safe, established residential area on Brackenwood Close, 0.7km from Ben Rhydding in Ilkley. Administratively it sits within Ilkley ward and the Keighley constituency.

For families considering a move, LS29 8NH represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £182k.

Census 2021 statistics for LS29 8NH are sourced from Output Area E00053967 (shared with 8 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 8NH. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 170,000

7 sales · Mean £ 171,921

Terraced

£ 280,000

3 sales · Mean £ 288,333

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

LS29 8NH has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences42
Burglary9
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson8
Vehicle crime7

school Local Schools

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Ben Rhydding Primary School

Good193 pupils0.3 km
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The Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Good144 pupils0.3 km
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Ashlands Primary School

Outstanding366 pupils0.8 km
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Ilkley Grammar School

Outstanding2039 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Hollygarth Social Club0.3 km
  • Wheatley Hotel0.5 km
  • Ben Rhydding Golf Club (Bar Only)1.0 km
  • Ben Rhydding Sports Club0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Happy Valley Cafe0.2 km
  • Methodist Homes Retirement Living0.3 km
  • TC's Cafe1.0 km
  • Pranzo0.3 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Furniss Butchers0.3 km
  • N&K Convenience Store0.2 km
  • Stepping Stones Self Serve0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Sunshine Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
  • Midgley's Fisheries1.0 km
  • The Fish Shop0.9 km
  • Yo! To Go0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ben Rhydding0.3 km
  • Ilkley1.3 km
  • Burley-In-Wharfedale3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Valley Dr Craigmore Drive0.2 km
  • Valley Drive Valley Rd0.2 km
  • Valley Dr Craigmore Drive0.2 km
  • Valley Drive Valley Rd0.2 km
  • Ben Rhydding Station0.3 km