Drake Street is in Keighley and in Bradford district. BD21 3AY 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 Drake Street, Keighley, BD21 3AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD21 3BE, BD21 3BD, BD21 3AS, BD21 3BG, BD21 3AU, BD21 3AP, BD21 3AL, BD21 3AZ, BD21 3AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BD21 3AY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 48.1% | 49.2% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 51.9% | 50.8% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 30.1% | 33.8% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.7% | 50.5% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 6.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 8% | 3.3% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 4.3% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 39.5% | 42.7% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 36.4% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 18% | 12.7% | -5.3% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 6.6% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 1.6% | 1.4% | 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.
In the area around BD21 3AY this area, 35.9% 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 18%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.8% | 35.9% | -4.9% | 18.2% | 17.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 13% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.2% | 18% | 10.8% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 12.7% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 18% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -15.8% |
| Other | 10.7% | 1.5% | -9.2% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 9.1% 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 | 3.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% | 1.1% | 1.4% |
| Chinese | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 76.7% | 82.3% | 5.6% | 2.7% | 79.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 16.6% | 9.1% | -7.5% | 81.4% | -72.3% |
| Other | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 70.2% 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 | 63% | 70.2% | 7.2% | 83.2% | -13.0% |
| European Union | 5.8% | 3.6% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 30.6% | 25.9% | -4.7% | 5.6% | 20.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 63% | 70.2% | 7.2% | 83.2% | -13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 26.8% | 24.4% | 9.8% | 17.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 1.4% | -2.8% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 4% | 1.6% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 26.4% | 0% | -26.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 3.9% | 37.2% | -33.3% |
| Christian | 7.5% | 46.2% | -38.7% |
| Muslim | 80.7% | 6.5% | 74.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Drake Street was 196.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.7% lower than the Keighley Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Drake Street has the 25th highest crime rate of 121 local areas in Keighley Central and the 296th highest crime rate of 1,554 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 108.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -0.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Drake Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2021-08-17 | £98,085 |
| 5 Drake Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-06-29 | £170,320 |
| 13 Drake Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £52,500 | 2013-07-31 | £87,315 |
| 9 Drake Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2013-03-19 | £269,597 |
| 19 Drake Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2012-02-27 | £68,173 |
BD21 3AY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BD21 3AY 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 student residents living in BD21 3AY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Looking after home or family | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 25 |
| Other | 24 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 23 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong Close Nursery School Airedale Road , BD21 4LW | 3out of 4 | 1,599 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 | 198 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Community School Victoria Avenue , BD21 3JL | 3out of 4 | 612 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Primary School Cartmel Road , BD21 2RD | 2out of 4 | 657 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Keighley St Andrew's CofE Primary School and Nursery Lustre Street , BD21 2ND | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkwood Primary School Parkwood Street , BD21 4QH | 4out of 4 | 1,094 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 | 687 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University Academy Keighley Green Head Road , Utley BD20 6EB | 2out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Oakbank Oakworth Road , BD22 7DU | 2out of 4 | 2,397 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bingley Grammar School Keighley Road , BD16 2RS | 3out of 4 | 4,982 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,187 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Phoenix Braithwaite Avenue , BD22 6HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,581 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thai on Aire | 145 Skipton Road | 95 yd | |
| Hope Cafe | North Street | 214 yd | |
| 50's Diner | 5c Alice Street | 245 yd | |
| Cafe Central | Central Hall, Alice Street | 245 yd | |
| Pepe’s Piri Piri | 107 North Street | 269 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Livery Rooms | 89-94 North Street | 305 yd | |
| Keighley West Yorkshire Sports & Social Club - (Bar Only) | 4 Lord Street | 308 yd | |
| The Volunteers | 52 Lawkholme Lane | 364 yd | |
| Masonic Rooms | 12 Cooke Street | 424 yd | |
| Cavendish (Bar only) | Cavendish Street | 434 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deli Point | 130a North Street | 52 yd | |
| Desi Deli | 5 Alice Street | 245 yd | |
| Aroush Cafe | 6 Campbell Street | 249 yd | |
| Phatboiz Premium Burger Company | 15 Cavendish Court, Lawkholme Lane | 348 yd | |
| Deli Touch | 1 Emily Street | 368 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shan's Supermarket | Shan Building, Alice Street | 245 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Cavendish Street | 402 yd | |
| Asda | Bingley Street | 561 yd | |
| Aldi | Gresley Road | 784 yd | |
| Iceland | Gresley Road | 784 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leeds City College (Keighley Site) (Closed) Cavendish Street | health and fitness suite | 295 yd |
| No 7 Health Club (Ladies Only) (Closed) Devonshire Street | health and fitness suite | 524 yd |
| Keighley Cricket Ground HARD INGS ROAD | grass pitches | 565 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Keighley) CAVENDISH STREET | health and fitness suite | 585 yd |
| The Leisure Centre Keighley VICTORIA PARK | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 597 yd |
| Sangat Community Centre MARLBOROUGH STREET | 618 yd | |
| Cougar Park COUGAR PARK COUGAR PARK HARD INGS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 638 yd |
| Leeds City College (Keighley Site) KEIGHLEY CAMPUS KEIGHLEY CAMPUS BRADFORD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 695 yd |
| Highfield Community Association DREWRY ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 718 yd |
| Holy Family Catholic School SPRING GARDENS LANE | grass pitches | 813 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 | 79.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 109.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 44.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.