Otley Road is in Bingley and in Bradford district. BD16 3BH 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 Otley Road, Bingley, BD16 3BH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BD16 3BH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents 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 | 49.5% | 49.3% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.7% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 3BH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.9% 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 | 25.6% | 27.5% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.4% | 59.9% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 15.7% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 5.5% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.1% | 54% | -0.1% | 48.4% | 5.6% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 33.5% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 7% | 9.5% | 2.5% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 14% | 12% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 9.4% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 16.2% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.2% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 15.9% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 38% | 37.2% | -0.8% | 33.8% | 3.4% |
| Other | 3.9% | 4.2% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.9% | 96.8% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 95.7% | 96.5% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 96.5% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.1% | 76.7% | 14.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 60.2% | 46.2% | 14.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Otley Road was 60.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.9% lower than the Bingley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Otley Road has the 30th highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Bingley and the 511th lowest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knapely-Ing Farm Otley Road, Bingley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £680,000 | 2014-09-22 | £1,143,728 |
| Knapely-Ing Cottage Otley Road, Bingley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 1997-07-31 | £683,370 |
BD16 3BH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BD16 3BH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 89 |
| Self-Employed | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Other | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst Wood Nursery School Clarence Road , BD18 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 5,209 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Guiseley Nursery School Oxford Road , Guisley LS20 9DA | - not rated | 5,424 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawksworth Church of England Primary School Main Street , Hawksworth LS20 8NX | 3out of 4 | 2,742 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Menston Primary School St. Peters Way , Menston LS29 6NY | - not rated | 3,325 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Menston Primary School St. Peters Way , Menston LS29 6NY | 3out of 4 | 3,325 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Menston Junior School Main Street , Menston LS29 6LF | - not rated | 3,425 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Menston Infant School Main Street , Menston LS29 6LF | - 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy Bradford Road , Menston LS29 6AE | - not rated | 4,208 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Comprehensive School, Menston Bradford Road , Menston LS29 6AE | - not rated | 4,208 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Titus Salt School Higher Coach Road , Baildon BD17 5RH | 3out of 4 | 4,503 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guiseley School Fieldhead Road , Guiseley LS20 8DT | 3out of 4 | 5,041 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bingley Grammar School Keighley Road , BD16 2RS | 3out of 4 | 5,137 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Middle School West Lane , Baildon BD17 5DH | - not rated | 3,850 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladderbanks Middle School Coverdale Way , Baildon BD17 6TE | - not rated | 3,903 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gilstead Middle School Warren Lane , BD16 3LE | - not rated | 4,020 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burley Middle School Langford Lane , Burley-in-Wharfedale LS29 7EJ | - not rated | 4,610 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryshworth Middle School Morton Lane , Crossflatts BD16 2EP | - not rated | 4,816 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 | 5,154 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawksworth Hall School Hawksworth Lane , Guiseley LS20 8NU | - not rated | 3,180 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Linton House Adolescent Unit High Royds Hospital , LS29 6AQ | - not rated | 3,711 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Lady Lane Park School & Nursery Lady Lane , BD16 4AP | - not rated | 3,904 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley School Station Road , Baildon BD17 6SD | - not rated | 4,103 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clevedon House Preparatory School Ben Rhydding Drive , LS29 8BJ | - not rated | 4,445 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.