The Anchorage is in Bingley and in Bradford district. BD16 4BR is located in the Bingley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Shipley. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Anchorage, Bingley, BD16 4BR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD16 4BW, BD16 4BG, BD16 4BP, BD16 4BS, BD16 4BN, BD16 4BU, BD16 4BL, BD16 4LS, BD16 4LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BD16 4BR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents 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 | 50.3% | 52.5% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 49.7% | 47.5% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 | 30.3% | 38.6% | 8.3% | 37.9% | 0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.6% | 41.7% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -2.5% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 15.7% | 10.4% | -5.3% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 6.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 54.2% | 52.8% | -1.4% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 31% | 29.2% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 13.4% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.9% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.6% | 12.7% | 0.1% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 6.5% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 12.7% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 16.9% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.8% | 45.8% | 1.0% | 33.8% | 12.0% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.7% | 92.8% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 96.1% | 96.4% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 95.7% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 4% | 6.5% | -2.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Anchorage was 42.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.2% lower than the Bingley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Anchorage has the 40th lowest crime rate of 82 local areas in Bingley and the 315th lowest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.9%.

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.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 The Anchorage, Bingley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £342,000 | 2022-01-26 | £426,375 |
| 15 The Anchorage, Bingley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2020-09-11 | £293,135 |
| 3 The Anchorage, Bingley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £201,000 | 2020-09-09 | £263,028 |
| 1 The Anchorage, Bingley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2016-10-20 | £303,814 |
| 5 The Anchorage, Bingley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2009-11-04 | £290,100 |
BD16 4BR area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 4BR 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst Wood Nursery School Clarence Road , BD18 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,469 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Strong Close Nursery School Airedale Road , BD21 4LW | - not rated | 4,311 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 | 179 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Priestthorpe Primary School & Nursery Mornington Road , BD16 4JS | 3out of 4 | 366 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestthorpe Primary School Mornington Road , BD16 4JS | - not rated | 366 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Crownest Road , BD16 4HQ | 3out of 4 | 778 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Crownest Road , BD16 4HQ | - not rated | 778 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 827 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | - not rated | 1,408 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | - not rated | 1,408 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Cottingley Academy Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | 3out of 4 | 2,950 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aire Valley School Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | - not rated | 3,011 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilstead Middle School Warren Lane , BD16 3LE | - not rated | 1,308 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryshworth Middle School Morton Lane , Crossflatts BD16 2EP | - not rated | 1,734 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottingley Manor RC Middle School Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | - not rated | 2,773 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nab Wood Middle School New Close Road , BD18 4AB | - not rated | 3,051 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoney Lee Middle School Cottingley Moor Road , Cottingley BD16 1SY | - not rated | 3,192 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 | 3,910 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 | 1,116 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazelbeck Special School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | 4out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Gables 2 New Close Road , BD18 4AB | - not rated | 3,022 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Old Gables 2 New Close Road , Nab Wood BD18 4HX | - not rated | 3,348 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Victoria Park Preparatory School 7 Victoria Park , BD18 4RL | - not rated | 4,023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggleston Catering Serivces at Damart | Bowling Green Mills, Lime Street | 169 yd | |
| Shama Bingley | Clarke House, Keighley Road | 270 yd | |
| Mamas Pizza | 24 Park Road | 310 yd | |
| Sizzling Lounge | 26 Park Road | 310 yd | |
| Platform 3 Pancake House | 6 Park Road | 311 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bingley Masonic Hall | Charles Street | 159 yd | |
| Reubens Beer and Gin House | 55-57 Main Street | 335 yd | |
| The Potting Shed | 94 Main Street | 353 yd | |
| Martinez Wines | 110 Main Street | 353 yd | |
| Chip N Ern (Bar Only) | 73 Main Street | 370 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Road Fisheries | 30G Park Road | 262 yd | |
| Pizza Palace Amanos | 61 Main Street | 341 yd | |
| Chan's Kitchen | 63 Main Street | 341 yd | |
| Jumbo | 92 Main Street | 353 yd | |
| Kebab Ranch | 75 Main Street | 370 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1-2 Keighley Road | 270 yd | |
| Co Op | Unit 6, Five Rise Shopping Centre, Main Street | 592 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Club M (Closed) Arden House Arden House Wellington Street | health and fitness suite | 455 yd |
| Flacks Fit 24 ARDEN HOUSE ARDEN HOUSE WELLINGTON STREET | health and fitness suite | 490 yd |
| Bingley Swimming Pool MYRTLE PLACE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 638 yd |
| Bingley Grammar School KEIGHLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 820 yd |
| Trinity All Saints Church Of England Primary School CHURCH STREET | grass pitches | 897 yd |
| Myrtle Park MYRTLE PARK MYRTLE PARK MYRTLE GROVE | tennis courts | 936 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 | 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 | 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 | 45.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 69.68 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 69.68 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.