Skipton Road is in Keighley and in Bradford district. BD20 6EJ is located in the Keighley Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Keighley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Skipton Road, Keighley, BD20 6EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD20 6DA, BD20 6ER, BD20 6BX, BD20 6EN, BD20 6EP, BD20 6EL, BD20 6BQ, BD20 6HR, BD20 6DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BD20 6EJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 48.3% | 48.8% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 51.7% | 51.2% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 | 22.3% | 30.1% | 7.8% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.8% | 47.1% | -12.7% | 44.2% | 2.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 15.2% | 8.4% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 5.8% | -3.7% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 43.8% | 47.2% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 30.1% | -6.5% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 14.7% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 5.8% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 26.5% | 21.4% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 7.2% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 15.9% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.2% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 16.7% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.7% | 29.3% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -4.5% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 6.9% | 8% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 5.3% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 86.7% | 86.2% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 4.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 90.9% | 90.5% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.4% | 5.5% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 90.6% | 90.8% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.7% | 7.4% | 9.8% | -2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6% | 0% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Muslim | 11.9% | 6.5% | 5.4% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Skipton Road was 121.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.2% lower than the Keighley Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Skipton Road has the 45th highest crime rate of 120 local areas in Keighley Central and the 552nd highest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roebuck, 372 Skipton Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-01-10 | £372,750 |
| 360 Skipton Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2019-08-09 | £235,894 |
| 354 Skipton Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2019-02-15 | £228,429 |
| 358 Skipton Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2018-12-19 | £251,582 |
| 356 Skipton Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,500 | 2014-04-25 | £247,101 |
BD20 6EJ 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 | 79 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong Close Nursery School Airedale Road , BD21 4LW | - not rated | 2,561 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Primary School Cartmel Road , BD21 2RD | - not rated | 1,456 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Primary School Cartmel Road , BD21 2RD | 3out of 4 | 1,456 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School North Street , BD21 3AD | - not rated | 1,514 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School North Street , BD21 3AD | 3out of 4 | 1,514 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Community School Victoria Avenue , BD21 3JL | - not rated | 1,589 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Keighley Green Head Road , Utley BD20 6EB | 3out of 4 | 171 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhead High School Greenhead Road , Utley BD20 6EB | - not rated | 171 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holy Family Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Spring Gardens Lane , BD20 6LH | - not rated | 717 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holy Family Catholic School Spring Gardens Lane , BD20 6LH | - not rated | 733 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakbank School Oakworth Road , BD22 7DU | - not rated | 3,334 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Middle School Spencer Street , BD21 2QQ | - not rated | 1,661 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Calversyke Middle School School Road , Guardhouse BD22 6JG | - not rated | 1,902 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Middle School Grange Road , Riddlesden BD20 5AB | - not rated | 2,120 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Swire Smith Middle School Cherry Tree Rise , Long Lee BD21 4RU | - not rated | 2,998 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Worth Valley Middle School Bracken Bank Crescent , BD22 7AX | - not rated | 4,059 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keighley College Cavendish Street , BD21 3DF | - not rated | 1,658 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beechcliffe Special School Green Head Road , Utley BD20 6ED | 3out of 4 | 161 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechcliffe Special School Green Head Road , Utley BD20 6ED | - not rated | 161 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whinburn Residential School Hollins Lane , BD20 6LU | - not rated | 545 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Whinburn Pupil Referral Unit Hollins Lane , BD20 6LU | - not rated | 545 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Keighley Preparatory School West Cliffe , Skipton Road BD21 2TA | - not rated | 1,107 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cliffe Castle Pavilion | Spring Gardens Lane | 669 yd | |
| Keighley Golf Club | Keelham Lane | 764 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Roebuck Keighley | 372 Skipton Road | 26 yd | |
| Keighley Rugby Union Football Club | Skipton Road | 382 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utley Fisheries | 1 Birchwood Road | 101 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| University Academy Keighley GREEN HEAD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 257 yd |
| University Academy Keighley (Closed) Green Head Road | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 267 yd |
| Utley Recreation Ground St. Johns Court | grass pitches | 302 yd |
| Keighley Rugby Union Football Club SKIPTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 660 yd |
| Leeds City College Recreation Ground SKIPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 715 yd |
| Holy Family Catholic School SPRING GARDENS LANE | grass pitches | 718 yd |
| Keighley Golf Club HOWDEN PARK | golf | 764 yd |
| Riddlesden Golf Club (Closed) Howden Rough | golf | 1,044 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 77.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 81.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.84 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.84 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.04 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.