Brook Hill is in Baildon, Shipley and in Bradford district. BD17 6NS is located in the Baildon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Shipley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brook Hill, Baildon, Shipley, BD17 6NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD17 6HR, BD17 6NW, BD17 6DZ, BD17 6HT, BD17 6JH, BD17 6EA, BD17 6QS, BD17 6JD, BD17 6JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BD17 6NS has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.2% 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 | 55.4% | 56.2% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 5.2% |
| Male | 44.6% | 43.8% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -5.2% |
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 | 22.5% | 24.8% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 46.8% | -10.9% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 8.5% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 18.1% | 6.2% | 6.1% | 12.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.9% | 44.9% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 36.3% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 15.3% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 18.4% | 20.1% | 1.7% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 5.7% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 12% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 15.9% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.9% | 37.5% | -1.4% | 33.8% | 3.7% |
| Other | 2% | 5.3% | 3.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.1% | 96.8% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 95.1% | 97.1% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 97.1% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 55.6% | 46.2% | 9.4% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brook Hill was 33.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.6% lower than the Baildon average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Brook Hill has the 28th lowest crime rate of 101 local areas in Baildon and the 221st lowest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Brook Hill, Shipley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2024-08-16 | £193,101 |
| 26 Brook Hill, Shipley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2023-12-12 | £414,882 |
| 5 Brook Hill, Shipley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-09-26 | £225,697 |
| 18 Brook Hill, Shipley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-09-24 | £220,796 |
| 16 Brook Hill, Shipley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2021-09-17 | £194,301 |
BD17 6NS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 BD17 6NS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 116 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst Wood Nursery School Clarence Road , BD18 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,917 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Guiseley Nursery School Oxford Road , Guisley LS20 9DA | - not rated | 4,820 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Midland Road Nursery School Bateman Street , BD8 7DJ | 4out of 4 | 5,205 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 5,345 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoyle Court Primary School Fyfe Grove , Baildon BD17 6DN | 3out of 4 | 477 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Baildon Church of England Primary School Coverdale Way , Baildon BD17 6TE | - not rated | 927 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Baildon CofE Primary School Coverdale Way , Baildon BD17 6TE | - not rated | 927 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tong Park First School Otley Road , Baildon BD17 7QA | - not rated | 1,056 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferniehurst First School Cliffe Lane West , Baildon BD17 5QP | - not rated | 1,151 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titus Salt School Higher Coach Road , Baildon BD17 5RH | 3out of 4 | 2,426 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Immanuel College Leeds Road , Idle BD10 9AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,607 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Immanuel College Leeds Road , Idle BD10 9AQ | - not rated | 2,607 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanson School Sutton Avenue , BD2 1JP | - not rated | 4,029 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanson Academy Sutton Avenue , BD2 1JP | - not rated | 4,029 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ladderbanks Middle School Coverdale Way , Baildon BD17 6TE | - not rated | 845 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Middle School West Lane , Baildon BD17 5DH | - not rated | 1,262 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodend Middle School Wrose Brow Road , BD18 2NT | - not rated | 1,818 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrose Brow Middle School Wrose Brow Road , BD18 2NT | - not rated | 1,956 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wycliffe CofE Middle School Saltaire Road , BD18 3HZ | - not rated | 2,380 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 2,478 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langley School Station Road , Baildon BD17 6SD | - not rated | 314 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield School Boothroyd Drive , Idle BD10 8LU | - not rated | 2,132 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Education In Hospital 2 (BRI) C/O 21 Owlet Road , Shipley BD18 2LU | - not rated | 2,147 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Education In Hospital 1 (Airedale) C/O 21 Owlet Road , Shipley BD18 2LU | - not rated | 2,147 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tracks 21 Owlet Road , BD18 2LU | - not rated | 2,147 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old School Chippy | 4 The Staithes, Browgate | 514 yd | |
| Wellbeing Cafe | Baildon Moravian Church, West Fold | 610 yd | |
| Pickles Delicatessen | 13 Northgate | 611 yd | |
| Rupali | 15 Westgate | 649 yd | |
| Nine @ Westgate | 9 Westgate | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baildon Masonic Hall | Hoyle Court, Otley Road | 599 yd | |
| The Angel | 9 Northgate | 611 yd | |
| The Baildon Club | 1-3 Northgate | 611 yd | |
| Bulls Head Inn (Bar Only) | 6 Westgate | 627 yd | |
| The New Inn | 22-24 Otley Road | 638 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wok this Way | 7 Browgate | 584 yd | |
| Charlestown Fisheries | 12 St Johns Court | 589 yd | |
| Nawabi | 7a Westgate | 649 yd | |
| Whitehouse Pizza | 5 Cliffe Avenue | 668 yd | |
| Baildon Spice | 3 Cliffe Avenue | 668 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 1-3 The Staithes, Browgate | 515 yd | |
| Co Op | 25 Northgate | 688 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Baildon Methodist Church BAILDON LINK CENTRE BAILDON LINK CENTRE NEWTON WAY | 715 yd | |
| St Aidens Church Hall ST AIDANS CHURCH ST AIDANS CHURCH BAILDON ROAD | 879 yd | |
| Baildon Rugby & Cricket Club SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND HEYGATE LANE | grass pitches | 888 yd |
| The Dell RICHARD WHITELEY DRIVE | grass pitches | 988 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Shipley) FRED ATKINSON WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,017 yd |
| Cliffe Lane West Football Pitch Cliffe Lane West | grass pitches | 1,049 yd |
| Baildon Golf Club MOORGATE | golf | 1,070 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 | 62.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 54.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 54.2% |
| 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 | 50.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.