LS29 8RS is a sought-after residential area on Hangingstone Road, 0.3km from Ben Rhydding in Ilkley. Administratively it sits within Ilkley ward and the Keighley constituency.
For serious buyers, LS29 8RS is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 94% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £828k, up 43.9% year-on-year. 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 8RS are sourced from Output Area E00053938 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HANGINGSTONE ROAD, LS29 8RS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HANGINGSTONE ROAD, LS29 8RS.
375
46
£ 58,600 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS29 8RS 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. LS29 8RS's low deprivation rank, 94% ownership, and £828k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £828k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 43.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS29 8RS. The average age is 46.4. 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
£ 805,000
3 sales · Mean £ 805,851
Semi-Detached
£ 900,000
1 sales · Mean £ 900,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS29 8RS has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ilkley Grammar School
Ben Rhydding Primary School
The Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Ashlands Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Cow and Calf Rock Cafe0.7 km
- Happy Valley Cafe0.9 km
- Pranzo0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Wheatley Hotel0.7 km
- Ben Rhydding Golf Club (Bar Only)0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Craiglands Hotel0.7 km
- Osborne House0.9 km
- Cow And Calf Hotel0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Yo! To Go0.8 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Furniss Butchers0.8 km
- N&K Convenience Store0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ben Rhydding1.0 km
- Ilkley1.3 km
- Burley-In-Wharfedale3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Ben Rhydding Road0.2 km
- Ben Rhydding Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LS298RS · Data under Open Government Licence