Ashbourne Road is in Keighley and in Bradford district. BD21 1LB is located in the Keighley West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Keighley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashbourne Road, Keighley, BD21 1LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD21 1BW, BD21 1NJ, BD21 1BG, BD21 1ND, BD21 1BN, BD21 1LD, BD21 1NA, BD21 1NH, BD21 1LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BD21 1LB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.9% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.1% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 45.7% | 38% | -7.7% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.6% | 41.5% | 7.9% | 44.2% | -2.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 9% | 13.2% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 3.9% | -4.6% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 35.8% | 42.4% | 6.6% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 42.3% | 38.7% | -3.6% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 13.8% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.5% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.6% | 21.3% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 11.9% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 25.1% | 16.3% | -8.8% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 9.9% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 21.8% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.9% | 16.8% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -17.0% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 3.8% | 10.4% | 6.6% | 2.7% | 7.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 90.8% | 87% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 5.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 92.7% | 91.5% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 5.6% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 91.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.2% | 0.4% | -3.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.4% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.3% | 76.7% | -0.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.9% | 37.2% | 13.7% |
| Christian | 34.5% | 46.2% | -11.7% |
| Muslim | 10.5% | 6.5% | 4.0% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashbourne Road was 55.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.4% lower than the Keighley Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ashbourne Road has the 28th lowest crime rate of 120 local areas in Keighley Central and the 454th lowest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% 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 Ashbourne Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £77,500 | 2024-09-18 | £82,589 |
| 38 Ashbourne Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £119,000 | 2021-11-24 | £147,904 |
| 11 Ashbourne Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2021-08-16 | £126,503 |
| 7 Ashbourne Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2020-11-13 | £159,202 |
| 7 Ashbourne Road, Keighley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2019-06-07 | £154,909 |
BD21 1LB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong Close Nursery School Airedale Road , BD21 4LW | - not rated | 2,802 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ingrow Primary School Broomhill Avenue , BD21 1BW | 3out of 4 | 131 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Queen's Road , Ingrow BD21 1AR | - not rated | 305 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Queen's Road , Ingrow BD21 1AR | 3out of 4 | 305 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holycroft Primary School Victoria Road , BD21 1JF | 3out of 4 | 676 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holycroft Primary School Victoria Road , BD21 1JF | - not rated | 676 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakbank School Oakworth Road , BD22 7DU | - not rated | 596 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Oakbank Oakworth Road , BD22 7DU | - not rated | 596 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holy Family Catholic School Spring Gardens Lane , BD20 6LH | - not rated | 2,320 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holy Family Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Spring Gardens Lane , BD20 6LH | - not rated | 2,331 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Keighley Green Head Road , Utley BD20 6EB | 3out of 4 | 2,876 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worth Valley Middle School Bracken Bank Crescent , BD22 7AX | - not rated | 1,070 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Middle School Spencer Street , BD21 2QQ | - not rated | 1,388 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Calversyke Middle School School Road , Guardhouse BD22 6JG | - not rated | 1,500 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bronte Middle School Bogthorn , Oakworth BD22 7LU | - not rated | 1,528 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Swire Smith Middle School Cherry Tree Rise , Long Lee BD21 4RU | - not rated | 1,941 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 | 1,694 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Branshaw School Oakworth Road , BD21 1QX | - not rated | 829 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Phoenix Special School Braithwaite Avenue , BD22 6HZ | - not rated | 1,715 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Phoenix Braithwaite Avenue , BD22 6HZ | 4out of 4 | 1,715 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Braithwaite Special School Braithwaite Road , BD22 6PR | - not rated | 2,090 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Keighley Preparatory School West Cliffe , Skipton Road BD21 2TA | - not rated | 2,275 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TC`s Cafe | 174 South Street | 324 yd | |
| Staveley Court | Staveley Road | 582 yd | |
| The Dessert Guys | 248 Oakworth Road | 719 yd | |
| Beydo's Sweet 'N' Desi | 207 South Street | 784 yd | |
| Clean Eats Kitchen | Ground Floors, NR Gym, Greengate Road | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Northern | 12-14 Wesley Place, Halifax Road | 513 yd | |
| Hope And Anchor (wet sales only) | 245 South Street | 677 yd | |
| Grafton Club (Bar Only) | Oakworth Road | 770 yd | |
| Woolpack Inn | 19-23 King Street | 795 yd | |
| Kings Head Hotel | 38 South Street | 958 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger Beats | 164 Queens Road | 101 yd | |
| Kayes Fish Shop | 104 Ingrow Lane | 179 yd | |
| Queens Road Fisheries | 171 Queens Road | 197 yd | |
| Super Wok | 170-172 South Street | 324 yd | |
| Take-A-Way | 2 Ingrow Bridge, South Street | 339 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | 125 Broomhill Avenue | 466 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beckfoot Oakbank School Oakworth Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 588 yd |
| Keighley Table Tennis And Recreation Centre KNOWLE MILL KNOWLE MILL SOUTH STREET | 747 yd | |
| Workouts Gyms (Keighley) 222-226 222-226 OAKWORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 766 yd |
| Ingrow Cricket Club INGROW CRICKET CLUB INGROW CRICKET CLUB HAINWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 879 yd |
| Nrgym Keighley GREENGATE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 967 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 146.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.