Main Street is in Bingley and in Bradford district. BD16 2JH is located in the Bingley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Shipley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Main Street, Bingley, BD16 2JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD16 2JN, BD16 2JW, BD16 2JP, BD16 2LU, BD16 2JG, BD16 2HZ, BD16 2HL, BD16 2QX, BD16 2QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BD16 2JH is primarily male, with 56.9% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 42.2% | 43.1% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -7.9% |
| Male | 57.8% | 56.9% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 7.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BD16 2JH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 58.2% | 46.6% | -11.6% | 37.9% | 8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.2% | 16.8% | -6.4% | 44.2% | -27.4% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 14.1% | 10.7% | 2.2% | 11.9% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 16.8% | 5.0% | 9.1% | 7.7% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 5.7% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 (68.3%) 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 | 48% | 42% | -6.0% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 26.3% | -10.1% | 33.6% | -7.3% |
| Fair health | 12% | 21.7% | 9.7% | 12.7% | 9.0% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 9.3% | 5.7% | 4.0% | 5.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
In the area around BD16 2JH this area, 9.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.9% | 9.5% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 5% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 16% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 6.9% | 6.5% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 19.8% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.4% | 40.5% | -0.9% | 33.8% | 6.7% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.3% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 6.8% | 6.4% | 2.7% | 4.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 92.4% | 90.3% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 85.5% | 91.5% | 6.0% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 8.4% | 7.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 0.4% | -3.6% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.5% | 92.5% | 7.0% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 4.3% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.6% | 1.1% | -2.5% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 1.4% | -3.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0.7% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.1% | 37.2% | 11.9% |
| Christian | 38.8% | 46.2% | -7.4% |
| Muslim | 6.8% | 6.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Main Street was 965.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 1103.6% higher than the Bingley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Main Street has the highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Bingley and the 14th highest crime rate of 1,554 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 378.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.6%.

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.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98 Main Street, Bingley, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-02-24 | £130,898 |
| 104 Main Street, Bingley, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £109,000 | 2021-10-06 | £127,245 |
| 94 Main Street, Bingley, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £1,074,998 | 2019-12-03 | £1,417,162 |
| 96 Main Street, Bingley, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2019-11-21 | £113,143 |
| 94 Main Street, Bingley, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2015-12-24 | £665,986 |
BD16 2JH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 110 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Other | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst Wood Nursery School Clarence Road , BD18 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,698 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Strong Close Nursery School Airedale Road , BD21 4LW | 3out of 4 | 4,112 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beckfoot Priestthorpe Primary School & Nursery Mornington Road , BD16 4JS | 3out of 4 | 658 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Myrtle Park Primary Ash Terrace , Bingley, West Yorkshire BD16 1HB | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity All Saints CofE VA Primary School Church Street , BD16 2PP | 3out of 4 | 1,005 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Crownest Road , BD16 4HQ | - not rated | 1,075 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossflatts Primary School Morton Lane , Crossflatts BD16 2EP | 3out of 4 | 1,456 yd | Community school | 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 | 733 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | 4out of 4 | 1,425 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Cottingley Academy Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | 1out of 4 | 2,974 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Titus Salt School Higher Coach Road , Baildon BD17 5RH | 3out of 4 | 3,654 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belle Vue Girls' Academy Thorn Lane , Bingley Road BD9 6NA | 3out of 4 | 4,214 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shipley College Exhibition Road , BD18 3JW | - not rated | 4,162 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 | 1,467 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford Alternative Provision Academy Baker Street , Saltaire BD18 3JE | 4out of 4 | 4,290 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chellow Heights Special School Thorn Lane , Bingley Road BD9 6AL | 3out of 4 | 4,608 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Park School Thorn Lane , Heaton BD9 6RY | 1out of 4 | 4,648 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardamon Restaurant | 102 Main Street | 5 yd | |
| Main Street Cafe & Deli | 65 Main Street | 103 yd | |
| VLTN LIMITED T/A Valentinos | 59 Main Street | 103 yd | |
| The Old White Horse Brasserie | 80 Old Main Street | 210 yd | |
| Lavinias Cafe Bistro | 8 Queens Court | 211 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Potting Shed | 94 Main Street | 5 yd | |
| Martinez Wines | 110 Main Street | 5 yd | |
| Reubens Beer and Gin House | 55-57 Main Street | 86 yd | |
| Maverick's 80s Lounge (Bar Only) | 148 Main Street | 104 yd | |
| The Brown Cow | Ireland Bridge, Millgate | 140 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jumbo | 92 Main Street | 5 yd | |
| Pizza Palace Amanos | 61 Main Street | 103 yd | |
| Chan's Kitchen | 63 Main Street | 103 yd | |
| Kebab Ranch | 75 Main Street | 160 yd | |
| Jayne's Sandwich Bar | 2 Old Main Street | 210 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1-2 Keighley Road | 222 yd | |
| Co Op | Unit 6, Five Rise Shopping Centre, Main Street | 441 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Club M (Closed) Arden House Arden House Wellington Street | health and fitness suite | 288 yd |
| Flacks Fit 24 ARDEN HOUSE ARDEN HOUSE WELLINGTON STREET | health and fitness suite | 316 yd |
| Bingley Swimming Pool MYRTLE PLACE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 384 yd |
| Myrtle Park MYRTLE PARK MYRTLE PARK MYRTLE GROVE | tennis courts | 651 yd |
| Bingley Grammar School KEIGHLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 796 yd |
| Myrtle Park Juniors Fc TEMPLAR COTTAGE TEMPLAR COTTAGE BECKFOOT LANE | grass pitches | 889 yd |
| Trinity All Saints Church Of England Primary School CHURCH STREET | grass pitches | 903 yd |
| Bingley Congregationals Cricket Club SOUTHLANDS GROVE | grass pitches | 990 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 | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 81.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.