Scott Street is in Keighley and in Bradford district. BD21 2JJ 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 Scott Street, Keighley, BD21 2JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD21 3RZ, BD21 2DG, BD21 2BH, BD21 2BQ, BD21 2JP, BD21 3SE, BD21 2AU, BD21 2AD, BD21 2JU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BD21 2JJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 49.3% | 47.6% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 50.7% | 52.4% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BD21 2JJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.1% | 44.1% | 14.0% | 37.9% | 6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.1% | 48.3% | -9.8% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 5% | 2.6% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -6.5% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
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 | 42.3% | 42.9% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 41.9% | 34.4% | -7.5% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 15.8% | 5.7% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 6.4% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
In the area around BD21 2JJ this area, 35.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.1% | 35.2% | -4.9% | 18.2% | 17.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 13.6% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 16% | 4.5% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 4.5% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.3% | 11.9% | 7.6% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 16% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 14.9% | 2.9% | -12.0% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 26.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 6.2% | 4% | -2.2% | 1.1% | 2.9% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 57.5% | 62.5% | 5.0% | 2.7% | 59.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 25.6% | 26.8% | 1.2% | 81.4% | -54.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.3% | -2.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 62.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.4% | 62.3% | 5.9% | 83.2% | -20.9% |
| European Union | 14.8% | 11.5% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 26.4% | 24.2% | -2.2% | 5.6% | 18.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 56.2% | 62.3% | 6.1% | 83.2% | -20.9% |
| 10+ Years | 6.4% | 22.7% | 16.3% | 9.8% | 12.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.4% | 4.4% | -4.0% | 2.9% | 1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.8% | 5.1% | -5.7% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 18.3% | 5.5% | -12.8% | 1.9% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.9% | 76.7% | -7.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 4.6% | 1.3% | 3.3% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 5.7% | 1.5% | 4.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 6.4% | 1.2% | 5.2% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 13.9% | 37.2% | -23.3% |
| Christian | 16.5% | 46.2% | -29.7% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 62.4% | 6.5% | 55.9% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Scott Street was 286.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.6% higher than the Keighley Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Scott Street has the 12th highest crime rate of 121 local areas in Keighley Central and the 143rd highest crime rate of 1,554 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 193.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Scott Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2017-05-12 | £154,453 |
BD21 2JJ area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 112 |
| Looking after home or family | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Other | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Unemployed | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 29 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong Close Nursery School Airedale Road , BD21 4LW | 3out of 4 | 1,753 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School North Street , BD21 3AD | 2out of 4 | 336 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Keighley St Andrew's CofE Primary School and Nursery Lustre Street , BD21 2ND | 3out of 4 | 515 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Primary School Cartmel Road , BD21 2RD | 2out of 4 | 540 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holycroft Primary School Victoria Road , BD21 1JF | 3out of 4 | 762 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkwood Primary School Parkwood Street , BD21 4QH | 4out of 4 | 840 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Holy Family Catholic School Spring Gardens Lane , BD20 6LH | 2out of 4 | 1,047 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University Academy Keighley Green Head Road , Utley BD20 6EB | 2out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Oakbank Oakworth Road , BD22 7DU | 2out of 4 | 1,900 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bingley Grammar School Keighley Road , BD16 2RS | 3out of 4 | 4,929 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside School Parkside Terrace , Cullingworth BD13 5AD | 3out of 4 | 5,059 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beckfoot Phoenix Braithwaite Avenue , BD22 6HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,414 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechcliffe Special School Green Head Road , Utley BD20 6ED | 3out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Downstairs Project | Keighley Civic Centre, North Street | 66 yd | |
| Naya | 12 Russell Street | 76 yd | |
| RIRI'S Coffee House | 49 The Arcade, North Street | 99 yd | |
| The Endless Kettle | 61 North Street | 141 yd | |
| The Orient | 25-29 Chapel Lane | 144 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nerdz Arcade Bar | 3 Scott Street | 7 yd | |
| Keighley Liberal Club (Bar Only) | 5 Scott Street | 9 yd | |
| Keighley Playhouse | 1 Devonshire Street | 72 yd | |
| New Variety Club | New Variety Club, Russell Street | 107 yd | |
| Masonic Rooms | 12 Cooke Street | 167 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Garage | 12 Russell Street | 76 yd | |
| Aby Khan’s and My Gelato King | 24-26 North Street | 131 yd | |
| Northern Spice | 9 North Street | 141 yd | |
| Pizza Grill | 17 Lawkholme Crescent | 191 yd | |
| Flames Pizza Bar | 40 High Street | 196 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shan's Supermarket | Shan Building, Alice Street | 282 yd | |
| Morrisons | Worth Way | 414 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Cavendish Street | 455 yd | |
| Aldi | Gresley Road | 564 yd | |
| Iceland | Gresley Road | 564 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| No 7 Health Club (Ladies Only) (Closed) Devonshire Street | health and fitness suite | 27 yd |
| Leeds City College (Keighley Site) (Closed) Cavendish Street | health and fitness suite | 238 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Keighley) CAVENDISH STREET | health and fitness suite | 406 yd |
| Trugym Keighley (Closed) Worth Way | health and fitness suite | 445 yd |
| Highfield Community Association DREWRY ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 500 yd |
| Nrgym Keighley GREENGATE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 654 yd |
| Leeds City College (Keighley Site) KEIGHLEY CAMPUS KEIGHLEY CAMPUS BRADFORD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 709 yd |
| Workouts Gyms (Keighley) 222-226 222-226 OAKWORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 773 yd |
| Highfield Recreation Ground Highfield Lane | grass pitches | 800 yd |
| Sangat Community Centre MARLBOROUGH STREET | 841 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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 | 50.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.