Raikes Road is in Skipton and in North Yorkshire district. BD23 1LN is located in the Skipton North & Embsay-with-Eastby 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 Raikes Road, Skipton, BD23 1LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD23 1LP, BD23 1LR, BD23 1NB, BD23 1LL, BD23 1QG, BD23 1NE, BD23 1ND, BD23 1NQ, BD23 1LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BD23 1LN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.8% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.2% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BD23 1LN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 14.4% | 21.1% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -16.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.9% | 68% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 23.8% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 3.4% | 4.7% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 5.9% | -4.3% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 60.3% | 52.4% | -7.9% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 37.5% | 9.2% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 7.5% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -5.2% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 1LN this area, 7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 57.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.7% | 7% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.5% | 5.1% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.4% | 12.5% | 1.1% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 12.8% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 57.2% | 57.6% | 0.4% | 33.8% | 23.8% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 99% | 95.4% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 96.2% | 93.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 93.8% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.3% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.8% | 76.7% | 17.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 4.2% | 13.5% | -9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 53.4% | 46.2% | 7.2% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Raikes Road was 13.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.6% lower than the Mid Craven average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Raikes Road has the 13th lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in Mid Craven and the 258th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Raikes, 32 Raikes Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £990,000 | 2023-11-30 | £1,043,432 |
| 65 Raikes Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2022-08-15 | £635,801 |
| 69 Raikes Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £563,000 | 2019-11-25 | £725,828 |
| 69 Raikes Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2017-10-12 | £750,471 |
| 42 Raikes Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2015-10-12 | £515,967 |
BD23 1LN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
BD23 1LN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 1LN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 1,015 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brougham Street Nursery School Brougham Street , BD23 2ES | 3out of 4 | 1,281 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Stephen's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, A Voluntary Academy Gargrave Road , BD23 1PJ | 2out of 4 | 487 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Skipton, Water Street Community Primary School Elliot Street , BD23 1PE | 4out of 4 | 550 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Craven Street , BD23 2AP | 4out of 4 | 1,016 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Skipton Parish Church of England Primary School Brougham Street , BD23 2ES | - not rated | 1,239 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greatwood Community Primary School Pinhaw Road , BD23 2SJ | - not rated | 1,653 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skipton Girls' High School Gargrave Road , BD23 1QL | 4out of 4 | 283 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ermysted's Grammar School Gargrave Road , BD23 1PL | 4out of 4 | 288 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Skipton Academy Gargrave Road , BD23 1UQ | 2out of 4 | 931 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 | 980 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 | 1,378 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Craven Pupil Referral Service The Snaygill Centre , Keighley Road BD23 2QS | 3out of 4 | 2,513 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AJ Cafe - Bistro | Eller Beck Court | 254 yd | |
| The Curious Fox | Restaurant, Chapel Hill | 442 yd | |
| Commando Mindset Fitness Studio | Unit 7 | 453 yd | |
| La Casita | 10 Mill Bridge, Skipton | 463 yd | |
| Calico Jack Restaurant \& Bar | 36 Water Street, Skipton | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Castle Inn | The Castle, 2 Mill Bridge | 541 yd | |
| The Black Horse Hotel | 16 - 18 High Street, Skipton | 557 yd | |
| Alexanders | 4 - 6 High Street, Skipton | 560 yd | |
| The Royal Shepherd | Royal Shepherd Inn, Canal Street | 597 yd | |
| The Mess Room | Unit 4, The Old Fire Station | 616 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste Of China | 38 Water Street, Skipton | 472 yd | |
| Carters | 31 Water Street, Skipton | 502 yd | |
| H K Chinese Takeaway | 27 Water Street, Skipton | 505 yd | |
| Farmhouse Ice Cream | 9 Coach Street, Skipton | 635 yd | |
| Greggs | 60 High Street, Skipton | 648 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited | W M Morrison Supermarkets Plc, Broughton Road | 758 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Craven Street | 970 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ermysted'S Grammar School GARGRAVE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 262 yd |
| Skipton Girls High School GARGRAVE ROAD | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 347 yd |
| Skipton Town Hall TOWN HALL TOWN HALL HIGH STREET | 638 yd | |
| Aireville Park CRAVEN TOR CRAVEN TOR HAREWOOD ROAD | cycling | 638 yd |
| Jetts Skipton 2 BELLE VUE SQUARE 2 BELLE VUE SQUARE BROUGHTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 648 yd |
| Intershape Fitness (Skipton) UNIT G UNIT G SWADFORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 779 yd |
| St Andrews United Reformed Methodist Church THE BRITISH SCHOOL THE BRITISH SCHOOL OTLEY STREET | 851 yd | |
| Craven Swimming Pool And Fitness Centre GARGRAVE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 889 yd |
| Skipton Powerlifting And Weightlifting Club (Closed) Carleton New Road | 1,000 yd | |
| The Skipton Academy GARGRAVE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,024 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 47.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.