Larch Close is in Oakworth, Keighley and in Bradford district. BD22 7JU is located in the Worth Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Keighley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Larch Close, Oakworth, Keighley, BD22 7JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD22 7HJ, BD22 7HD, BD22 7HE, BD22 7JF, BD22 7HF, BD22 7HH, BD22 7HQ, BD22 7HG, BD22 7HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BD22 7JU has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 56.3% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 45.9% | 43.7% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -5.3% |
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 | 36.3% | 40.9% | 4.6% | 37.9% | 3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 37.9% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -6.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 15.7% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 2.6% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 | 46.9% | 41.8% | -5.1% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 38.1% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 14.3% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 4.8% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 17.7% | 18.5% | 0.8% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 9.7% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 13.4% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.3% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.9% | 21.4% | 4.5% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 27.3% | 1.9% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.4% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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 | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 98.6% | 94.9% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 98.3% | 97.6% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Larch Close was 176.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.0% lower than the Keighley Central average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Larch Close has the 27th highest crime rate of 120 local areas in Keighley Central and the 331st highest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Larch Close, Keighley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-11-29 | £225,409 |
| 4 Larch Close, Keighley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-10-07 | £227,118 |
| 6 Larch Close, Keighley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-07-24 | £231,284 |
| 6 Larch Close, Keighley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-06-28 | £235,605 |
| 5 Larch Close, Keighley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2021-01-25 | £207,573 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong Close Nursery School Airedale Road , BD21 4LW | - not rated | 5,053 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakworth Primary School Station Road , Oakworth BD22 7HX | - not rated | 230 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakworth Primary School Station Road , Oakworth BD22 7HX | 3out of 4 | 230 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Primary School Haworth Road , Cross Roads BD22 9DL | - not rated | 1,507 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Primary School Haworth Road , Cross Roads BD22 9DL | 3out of 4 | 1,507 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Worth Valley Primary School Bracken Bank Crescent , BD22 7AX | - not rated | 1,607 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 | 1,670 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Oakbank Oakworth Road , BD22 7DU | - not rated | 1,670 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holy Family Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Spring Gardens Lane , BD20 6LH | - not rated | 4,064 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holy Family Catholic School Spring Gardens Lane , BD20 6LH | - not rated | 4,067 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside School Parkside Terrace , Cullingworth BD13 5AD | 1out of 4 | 4,486 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronte Middle School Bogthorn , Oakworth BD22 7LU | - not rated | 729 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Worth Valley Middle School Bracken Bank Crescent , BD22 7AX | - not rated | 1,520 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartington Middle School Rawdon Road , Haworth BD22 8DW | - not rated | 1,862 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Calversyke Middle School School Road , Guardhouse BD22 6JG | - not rated | 2,772 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Middle School Spencer Street , BD21 2QQ | - not rated | 3,281 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 | 3,796 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 | 2,771 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Phoenix Special School Braithwaite Avenue , BD22 6HZ | - not rated | 2,848 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Phoenix Braithwaite Avenue , BD22 6HZ | 4out of 4 | 2,848 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Braithwaite Special School Braithwaite Road , BD22 6PR | - not rated | 2,964 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Keighley Preparatory School West Cliffe , Skipton Road BD21 2TA | - not rated | 4,264 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slow Food Kitchen | 99 Lidget, Keighley Road | 87 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branshaw Golf Club | Keighley Road | 263 yd | |
| Oakworth Social Club (Bar Only) | Colne Road | 327 yd | |
| Oakworth Juniors Football Club | Playing Fields, Goose Cote Lane | 530 yd | |
| The Snooty Fox (Bar Only) | Colne Road | 532 yd | |
| The Golden Fleece | 126-128 Lane Ends, Colne Road | 924 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KC House | 95 Lidget, Keighley Road | 87 yd | |
| Oakworth Hall Fisheries | 61 Oakworth Hall, Colne Road | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | Victoria Road | 174 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Branshaw Golf Club SYKES HEAD | golf | 288 yd |
| Bronte School Playing Fields Goose Cote Lane | grass pitches | 466 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 | 82.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 115.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.