Riverside is in Bingley and in Bradford district. BD16 2DJ is located in the Bingley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Shipley. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Riverside, Bingley, BD16 2DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD16 2RL, BD16 2RJ, BD16 2QB, BD16 2QD, BD16 2RH, BD16 2QE, BD16 2QZ, BD16 2QY, BD16 2RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BD16 2DJ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.7% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 56.7% | 6.9% | 51.0% | 5.7% |
| Male | 50.2% | 43.3% | -6.9% | 49.0% | -5.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.2% | 26.2% | -7.0% | 37.9% | -11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.9% | 39% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -5.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 14.7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 17.4% | 11.3% | 6.1% | 11.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (62.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.5% | 34.8% | -15.7% | 48.4% | -13.6% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 28% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 20% | 8.3% | 12.7% | 7.3% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 11.7% | 8.9% | 4.0% | 7.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 5.6% | 4.3% | 1.2% | 4.4% |
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 | 9.4% | 13.8% | 4.4% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 7.4% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 14.1% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.6% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 17.3% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.4% | 38.3% | -6.1% | 33.8% | 4.5% |
| Other | 4% | 2.4% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| White | 95.9% | 97.3% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 95% | 98.1% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 98.1% | 3.8% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Riverside was 177.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 110.3% higher than the Bingley average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Riverside has the 9th highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Bingley and the 323rd highest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
BD16 2DJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 2DJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 139 |
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 27 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong Close Nursery School Airedale Road , BD21 4LW | - not rated | 3,845 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hirst Wood Nursery School Clarence Road , BD18 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,959 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bingley CofE First School Park Road , BD16 4BQ | - not rated | 612 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Priestthorpe Primary School & Nursery Mornington Road , BD16 4JS | 3out of 4 | 889 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestthorpe Primary School Mornington Road , BD16 4JS | - not rated | 889 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Myrtle Park Primary Ash Terrace , BD16 1HB | 2out of 4 | 1,038 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity All Saints CofE VA Primary School Church Street , BD16 2PP | 3out of 4 | 1,271 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bingley Grammar School Keighley Road , BD16 2RS | 3out of 4 | 508 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | - not rated | 1,686 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | - not rated | 1,686 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Cottingley Academy Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | 3out of 4 | 3,231 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aire Valley School Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | - not rated | 3,291 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryshworth Middle School Morton Lane , Crossflatts BD16 2EP | - not rated | 1,559 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gilstead Middle School Warren Lane , BD16 3LE | - not rated | 1,891 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottingley Manor RC Middle School Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | - not rated | 3,041 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoney Lee Middle School Cottingley Moor Road , Cottingley BD16 1SY | - not rated | 3,411 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nab Wood Middle School New Close Road , BD18 4AB | - not rated | 3,425 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 | 4,420 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Keighley College Cavendish Street , BD21 3DF | - not rated | 5,067 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lady Lane Park School & Nursery Lady Lane , BD16 4AP | - not rated | 1,465 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazelbeck Special School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | 4out of 4 | 1,798 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Gables 2 New Close Road , BD18 4AB | - not rated | 3,395 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Old Gables 2 New Close Road , Nab Wood BD18 4HX | - not rated | 3,736 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Victoria Park Preparatory School 7 Victoria Park , BD18 4RL | - not rated | 4,506 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old White Horse Brasserie | 80 Old Main Street | 206 yd | |
| Shama Bingley | Clarke House, Keighley Road | 314 yd | |
| Caterplus@The Chimes Bistro | The Chimes, Keighley Road | 360 yd | |
| Cardamon Restaurant | 102 Main Street | 367 yd | |
| Main Street Cafe & Deli | 65 Main Street | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brown Cow | Ireland Bridge, Millgate | 251 yd | |
| The Potting Shed | 94 Main Street | 367 yd | |
| Martinez Wines | 110 Main Street | 367 yd | |
| Reubens Beer and Gin House | 55-57 Main Street | 456 yd | |
| Maverick's 80s Lounge (Bar Only) | 148 Main Street | 464 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jayne's Sandwich Bar | 2 Old Main Street | 206 yd | |
| Jumbo | 92 Main Street | 367 yd | |
| Pizza Palace Amanos | 61 Main Street | 473 yd | |
| Chan's Kitchen | 63 Main Street | 473 yd | |
| Kebab Ranch | 75 Main Street | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1-2 Keighley Road | 314 yd | |
| Co Op | Unit 6, Five Rise Shopping Centre, Main Street | 792 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bingley Grammar School KEIGHLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 498 yd |
| Club M (Closed) Arden House Arden House Wellington Street | health and fitness suite | 648 yd |
| Flacks Fit 24 ARDEN HOUSE ARDEN HOUSE WELLINGTON STREET | health and fitness suite | 672 yd |
| Bingley Swimming Pool MYRTLE PLACE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 684 yd |
| Myrtle Park MYRTLE PARK MYRTLE PARK MYRTLE GROVE | tennis courts | 871 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.