Holme Lane is in Sutton In Craven, Keighley and in North Yorkshire district. BD20 8BU is located in the Glusburn, Cross Hills & Sutton-in-Craven electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Skipton and Ripon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holme Lane, Sutton In Craven, Keighley, BD20 8BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD20 8DG, BD20 8DB, BD20 8DE, BD20 8BL, BD20 8BX, BD20 7LH, BD20 8DA, BD20 8DF, BD20 8TP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BD20 8BU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 51.8% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.2% | 48.2% | 1.0% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of BD20 8BU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.5% 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 | 27% | 22.3% | -4.7% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 61.5% | 5.5% | 44.2% | 17.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 7% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 8.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 53.7% | 45.3% | -8.4% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 36.6% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 13.1% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 4.4% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 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 | 20.6% | 14.3% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 7.4% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 16.9% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 8.1% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 16.9% | 0.6% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.7% | 34.9% | 12.2% | 33.8% | 1.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.5% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.6% | 99.4% | 2.8% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 96.3% | 98.8% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 98.6% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.1% | 37.2% | 1.9% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holme Lane was 40.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.9% higher than the Aire Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holme Lane has the 24th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Aire Valley and the 1022nd highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Holme Lane, Keighley, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2021-06-30 | £219,861 |
| Craven Royd Holme Lane, Keighley, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2007-04-27 | £345,233 |
| Melrose Holme Lane, Keighley, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2001-08-02 | £224,085 |
| Melrose Holme Lane, Keighley, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £40,500 | 1996-07-31 | £198,978 |
| Barrowby Holme Lane, Keighley, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £49,500 | 1995-04-12 | £240,868 |
BD20 8BU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BD20 8BU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glusburn Community Primary School Colne Road , Glusburn BD20 8PJ | 2out of 4 | 337 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton in Craven Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Main Street , Sutton-in-Craven BD20 7JS | 3out of 4 | 374 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton-in-Craven Community Primary School Bridge Road , Sutton-in-Craven BD20 7ES | 3out of 4 | 644 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastburn Junior and Infant School Green Close , Eastburn BD20 8UX | 3out of 4 | 1,458 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kildwick Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Priest Bank Road , Kildwick BD20 9BH | 4out of 4 | 1,511 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Craven School Holme Lane , Cross Hills BD20 7RL | 4out of 4 | 354 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 The Square Crosshills Limited | 59 Main Street, Cross Hills | 308 yd | |
| Peonies Cafe And Coffee Shop | 33 Main Street, Cross Hills | 356 yd | |
| Burneys Cafe | 22 Main Street, Cross Hills | 375 yd | |
| The Old Bank | Main Street, Cross Hills | 427 yd | |
| Zolsha Curry House LTD | Zolsha Indian Restaurant, Skipton Road | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old White Bear | 6 Keighley Road, Cross Hills | 514 yd | |
| The Black Bull | Black Bull Inn, High Street | 628 yd | |
| Kings Arms | Kings Arms Inn, High Street | 707 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craven Gelato | 10 Ashville Terrace, Holme Lane | 262 yd | |
| Nice 'N' Spicy | 53A Main Street, Cross Hills | 308 yd | |
| Peking Cuisine | 44 Main Street, Cross Hills | 341 yd | |
| Taste Of China | 13 Main Street, Cross Hills | 418 yd | |
| Five Points | 2 Main Street, Cross Hills | 437 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Food, Cross Hills | Co-operative Retail Services Ltd, 14 Main Street | 427 yd | |
| Asda Express Cross Hills Station Road PFS | Filling Station, Station Road | 617 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Craven School HOLME LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 277 yd |
| Glusburn Community Primary School COLNE ROAD | grass pitches | 375 yd |
| Cross Hills Football Club THE HAWTHORNS | grass pitches | 392 yd |
| Glusburn Cricket Club THE HAWTHORNS | grass pitches | 397 yd |
| Sutton Park SUTTON PARK PAVILION JUBILEE TEAROOM SUTTON PARK PAVILION JUBILEE TEAROOM MAIN STREET | grass pitches | 478 yd |
| Sutton Village Hall PARK DRIVE | 568 yd | |
| Royd Hill THE CRICKET PAVILION THE CRICKET PAVILION CORN MILL WALK | grass pitches | 661 yd |
| Cross Hills Tennis Club KEIGHLEY ROAD | tennis courts | 664 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.