Beckfield Road is in Bingley and in Bradford district. BD16 1RQ is located in the Bingley Rural electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Shipley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beckfield Road, Bingley, BD16 1RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD16 1QU, BD16 1QY, BD16 1QX, BD16 1QZ, BD16 1RJ, BD16 1RE, BD16 1RF, BD16 1RG, BD16 1RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BD16 1RQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 51.9% | 4.1% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 52.2% | 48.1% | -4.1% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BD16 1RQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.4% | 28.6% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.8% | 56.9% | -9.9% | 44.2% | 12.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 6.3% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 7.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.3% | 47.8% | 4.5% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 34.3% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 18% | 13.9% | -4.1% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.7% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.4% | 14.1% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.4% | 7.4% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 14.9% | -5.5% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 6.7% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 14.9% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.6% | 38.3% | 0.7% | 33.8% | 4.5% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 6.8% | 6.8% | 2.7% | 4.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.6% | 83.3% | -14.3% | 81.4% | 1.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
In this area, 95.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.5% | 95.4% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 95.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.9% | 37.2% | -7.3% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 8.6% | 6.5% | 2.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beckfield Road was 99.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.7% higher than the Bingley Rural average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Beckfield Road has the 30th highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Bingley Rural and the 700th highest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 Beckfield Road, Bingley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2011-12-05 | £264,359 |
| 71 Beckfield Road, Bingley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2003-06-30 | £339,847 |
| 71 Beckfield Road, Bingley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £69,950 | 1996-02-23 | £313,929 |
| 73 Beckfield Road, Bingley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £69,000 | 1995-08-21 | £303,545 |
BD16 1RQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BD16 1RQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst Wood Nursery School Clarence Road , BD18 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,937 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Nursery School & Children's Centre Washington Street , Girlington BD8 9QW | 4out of 4 | 4,915 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 4,933 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottingley Village Primary School Cottingley Moor Road , Cottingley BD16 1SY | - not rated | 1,160 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottingley Village Primary School Cottingley Moor Road , Cottingley BD16 1SY | 3out of 4 | 1,160 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Myrtle Park Primary Ash Terrace , BD16 1HB | 2out of 4 | 1,565 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity All Saints CofE VA Primary School Church Street , BD16 2PP | 3out of 4 | 1,755 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity All Saints CofE VA Primary School Church Street , BD16 2PP | - not rated | 1,755 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beckfoot School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | - not rated | 1,267 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | - not rated | 1,267 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Cottingley Academy Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | 3out of 4 | 1,284 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aire Valley School Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | - not rated | 1,318 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Samuel Lister Academy Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | - not rated | 1,318 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottingley Manor RC Middle School Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | - not rated | 1,118 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoney Lee Middle School Cottingley Moor Road , Cottingley BD16 1SY | - not rated | 1,160 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nab Wood Middle School New Close Road , BD18 4AB | - not rated | 1,857 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heaton Middle School Haworth Road , Heaton BD9 6LL | - not rated | 2,596 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gilstead Middle School Warren Lane , BD16 3LE | - not rated | 2,788 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shipley College Exhibition Road , BD18 3JW | - not rated | 3,448 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixons Allerton Academy Rhodesway , BD8 0DH | 2out of 4 | 4,193 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazelbeck Special School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | 4out of 4 | 1,265 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Gables 2 New Close Road , BD18 4AB | - not rated | 1,831 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Old Gables 2 New Close Road , Nab Wood BD18 4HX | - not rated | 2,140 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Chellow Heights Special School Thorn Lane , Bingley Road BD9 6AL | 3out of 4 | 2,518 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Park School Thorn Lane , Heaton BD9 6RY | 3out of 4 | 2,608 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corner Cafe | Cottingley Cornerstone Centre, Littlelands | 307 yd | |
| Cottingley Diner | 6 The Parade | 446 yd | |
| Cottingley Town Hall Drop In | Cottingley Town Hall Church And Community Centre, Main Street | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Throstles Nest (Bar Only) | Airedale Avenue | 337 yd | |
| Cottingley Conservative Club | 3-11 Smith Street | 933 yd | |
| Shipley Golf Club | Beckfoot Lane | 954 yd | |
| Bradford And Bingley Rugby Club (Bar Only) | Bradford And Bingley Sports Club, Wagon Lane | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Wok | 9 The Parade | 446 yd | |
| Anmol Take Away | 8 The Parade | 446 yd | |
| Parade Fisheries Cottingley | 4b The Parade | 453 yd | |
| Beckside Fisheries | 1 Main Street | 1,039 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cottingley Rec Ground Manor Road | grass pitches | 762 yd |
| Shipley Golf Club BECKFOOT LANE | golf | 866 yd |
| Cottingley Manor Cottingley New Road | grass pitches | 1,093 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.