Princes Drive is in Skipton and in North Yorkshire district. BD23 1HN is located in the Skipton East & South 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 Princes Drive, Skipton, BD23 1HN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD23 1HR, BD23 1HD, BD23 1AX, BD23 1HB, BD23 1HE, BD23 1HA, BD23 1ES, BD23 1EX, BD23 1HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BD23 1HN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.1% of residents 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 | 58.6% | 55.1% | -3.5% | 51.0% | 4.1% |
| Male | 41.4% | 44.9% | 3.5% | 49.0% | -4.1% |
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 | 14.9% | 14.4% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -23.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.1% | 37.9% | -1.2% | 44.2% | -6.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 18% | 26.8% | 8.8% | 9.1% | 17.7% |
| Widowed | 26.1% | 17.6% | -8.5% | 6.1% | 11.5% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (62.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 22.4% | 31.1% | 8.7% | 48.4% | -17.3% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 31.7% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 33.9% | 24% | -9.9% | 12.7% | 11.3% |
| Bad health | 11.5% | 10.8% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 6.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
In the area around BD23 1HN this area, 28.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50.3% | 28.7% | -21.6% | 18.2% | 10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.8% | 8.3% | 1.5% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 11.5% | 0.9% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 2.5% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 8.9% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -8.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 32.5% | 15.7% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 5.6% | 7.6% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 4.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 96.4% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 96.6% | 95.2% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 94.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 76.7% | 8.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.1% | 37.2% | -13.1% |
| Christian | 69.3% | 46.2% | 23.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Princes Drive was 30.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.0% lower than the Skipton East & South average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Princes Drive has the 13th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Skipton East & South and the 809th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Princes Drive, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £269,000 | 2018-03-09 | £358,667 |
| 7 Princes Drive, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2015-08-27 | £344,918 |
| 15 Princes Drive, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2015-04-30 | £347,670 |
| 17 Princes Drive, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2014-06-20 | £301,450 |
| 11 Princes Drive, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £219,000 | 2014-06-02 | £336,825 |
BD23 1HN 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BD23 1HN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 59% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Part-Time Employee | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otley Street Community Nursery School Otley Street , BD23 1ET | 4out of 4 | 221 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brougham Street Nursery School Brougham Street , BD23 2ES | 3out of 4 | 498 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skipton Parish Church of England Primary School Brougham Street , BD23 2ES | - not rated | 506 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Skipton, Water Street Community Primary School Elliot Street , BD23 1PE | 4out of 4 | 669 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, A Voluntary Academy Gargrave Road , BD23 1PJ | 2out of 4 | 806 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Craven Street , BD23 2AP | 4out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greatwood Community Primary School Pinhaw Road , BD23 2SJ | - not rated | 1,035 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ermysted's Grammar School Gargrave Road , BD23 1PL | 4out of 4 | 985 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Skipton Girls' High School Gargrave Road , BD23 1QL | 4out of 4 | 1,268 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Skipton Academy Gargrave Road , BD23 1UQ | 2out of 4 | 1,948 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craven College Gargrave Road , BD23 1US | - not rated | 2,051 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklands School Burnside Avenue , BD23 2DB | 3out of 4 | 1,401 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Craven Pupil Referral Service The Snaygill Centre , Keighley Road BD23 2QS | 3out of 4 | 2,117 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skipton Step Into Action (Wellbeing Hub \& Cafe) | 28A Otley Street, Skipton | 448 yd | |
| Dales Cottage Cafe | Dales Cottage Cafe, Albion Yard, Otley Street | 463 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee Company | 1 Jerry Croft, Skipton | 495 yd | |
| Pizza Express Ltd | 9 High Street, Skipton | 529 yd | |
| Skipton Balti House | 1A Court Lane, Skipton | 529 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Links Club | 26 Rectory Lane, Skipton | 347 yd | |
| The Albion Inn | Albion Inn, 27 Otley Street | 486 yd | |
| Styles Bar | 9 Court Lane, Skipton | 547 yd | |
| Moorview Community Social Club | 1 Moorview Way, Skipton | 570 yd | |
| The Red Lion Hotel | Red Lion Hotel, 27 High Street | 577 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newmarket Fisheries | 50 Newmarket Street, Skipton | 458 yd | |
| Bizzie Lizzies - High Street Car Park | Bizzies Fish Restaurant, Albion Yard | 463 yd | |
| Jamal Ali T/a Pizza Central | 38 Newmarket Street, Skipton | 486 yd | |
| Greggs | 60 High Street, Skipton | 656 yd | |
| H K Chinese Takeaway | 27 Water Street, Skipton | 771 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Andrews United Reformed Methodist Church THE BRITISH SCHOOL THE BRITISH SCHOOL OTLEY STREET | 472 yd | |
| Skipton Town Hall TOWN HALL TOWN HALL HIGH STREET | 553 yd | |
| Intershape Fitness (Skipton) UNIT G UNIT G SWADFORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 818 yd |
| North Parade COMMUNITY CENTRE COMMUNITY CENTRE NORTH PARADE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 867 yd |
| North Parade Recreation Ground (Closed) North Parade | grass pitches | 909 yd |
| Ermysted'S Grammar School GARGRAVE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,031 yd |
| Jetts Skipton 2 BELLE VUE SQUARE 2 BELLE VUE SQUARE BROUGHTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,069 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 | 28.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.