Bescaby Grove is in Baildon, Shipley and in Bradford district. BD17 6ST is located in the Baildon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Shipley. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bescaby Grove, Baildon, Shipley, BD17 6ST and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD17 6SU, BD17 6SE, BD17 6SS, BD17 6SQ, BD17 6SW, BD17 6SJ, BD17 6SP, BD17 6SR, BD17 6HX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BD17 6ST is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 50.2% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 46.9% | 49.8% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 32.6% | 38.8% | 6.2% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 40.1% | -5.4% | 44.2% | -4.1% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 12% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 6.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 44.6% | 47.6% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 35.9% | -2.2% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 10.5% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 15.6% | 12.8% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 7.4% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 17.4% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 7% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 24% | 10.6% | 16.9% | 7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.4% | 28.5% | -1.9% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 4% | 2.9% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.2% | 98.7% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 96.5% | 94% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.8% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 94% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 54% | 46.2% | 7.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bescaby Grove was 76.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.0% lower than the Baildon average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bescaby Grove has the 38th highest crime rate of 101 local areas in Baildon and the 670th lowest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Bescaby Grove, Shipley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-06-05 | £238,585 |
| 7 Bescaby Grove, Shipley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2023-07-21 | £228,222 |
| 5 Bescaby Grove, Shipley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £239,950 | 2022-11-09 | £274,470 |
| 2 Bescaby Grove, Shipley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-11-09 | £251,650 |
| 5 Bescaby Grove, Shipley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2020-02-21 | £281,582 |
BD17 6ST 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 3,418 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Guiseley Nursery School Oxford Road , Guisley LS20 9DA | - not rated | 4,334 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Midland Road Nursery School Bateman Street , BD8 7DJ | 4out of 4 | 5,463 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baildon Church of England Primary School Coverdale Way , Baildon BD17 6TE | - not rated | 502 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Baildon CofE Primary School Coverdale Way , Baildon BD17 6TE | - not rated | 502 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tong Park First School Otley Road , Baildon BD17 7QA | - not rated | 570 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoyle Court Primary School Fyfe Grove , Baildon BD17 6DN | 3out of 4 | 601 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferniehurst First School Cliffe Lane West , Baildon BD17 5QP | - not rated | 1,643 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immanuel College Leeds Road , Idle BD10 9AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,322 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Immanuel College Leeds Road , Idle BD10 9AQ | - not rated | 2,322 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Titus Salt School Higher Coach Road , Baildon BD17 5RH | 3out of 4 | 2,923 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guiseley School Fieldhead Road , Guiseley LS20 8DT | 3out of 4 | 3,598 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy Bradford Road , Menston LS29 6AE | - not rated | 4,103 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 396 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Middle School West Lane , Baildon BD17 5DH | - not rated | 1,737 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodend Middle School Wrose Brow Road , BD18 2NT | - not rated | 2,122 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrose Brow Middle School Wrose Brow Road , BD18 2NT | - not rated | 2,248 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorpe Middle School Albion Road , Idle BD10 9PY | - not rated | 2,747 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 | 2,975 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 | 188 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield School Boothroyd Drive , Idle BD10 8LU | - not rated | 1,908 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorn Garth School 310 Leeds Road , Idle BD10 9AQ | - not rated | 2,377 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ashfield School Ellar Carr Road , Thackley BD10 0TD | - not rated | 2,487 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ellar Carr School Ellar Carr Road , Thackley BD10 0TD | - not rated | 2,487 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denso Marston | Marston House, Otley Road | 798 yd | |
| Pickles Delicatessen | 13 Northgate | 841 yd | |
| Wellbeing Cafe | Baildon Moravian Church, West Fold | 904 yd | |
| Jessie's | 1 Oakminster House, Northgate | 905 yd | |
| Four Corners Coffee Shop | 20 Northgate | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baildon Masonic Hall | Hoyle Court, Otley Road | 162 yd | |
| The Halfway House | Otley Road | 639 yd | |
| Baildon Rugby And Cricket Club | Heygate Lane | 666 yd | |
| The New Inn | 22-24 Otley Road | 697 yd | |
| The Angel | 9 Northgate | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlestown Fisheries | 12 St Johns Court | 841 yd | |
| Wok this Way | 7 Browgate | 872 yd | |
| Casa Bella | 23 Northgate | 886 yd | |
| Nawabi | 7a Westgate | 934 yd | |
| Mother Hubbards | 37-39 Northgate | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | 25 Northgate | 886 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 1-3 The Staithes, Browgate | 990 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Baildon Rugby & Cricket Club SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND HEYGATE LANE | grass pitches | 834 yd |
| Tong Park Esholt Cricket Club Hollin Head | grass pitches | 958 yd |
| Baildon Methodist Church BAILDON LINK CENTRE BAILDON LINK CENTRE NEWTON WAY | 996 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 61.5% |
| 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 | 78 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.