Navigation Square is in Skipton and in North Yorkshire district. BD23 1XB is located in the Skipton West & West Craven electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Skipton and Ripon. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Navigation Square, Skipton, BD23 1XB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD23 1RP, BD23 1RR, BD23 1RN, BD23 1RL, BD23 1RJ, BD23 1QY, BD23 1FT, BD23 1DF, BD23 1LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BD23 1XB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 51.9% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 46.7% | 48.1% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 34.1% | 28% | -6.1% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 44.3% | 7.5% | 44.2% | 0.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 9.2% | -4.6% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 12.6% | 14.9% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 8.8% |
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 | 31.6% | 29.4% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -19.0% |
| Good health | 45.2% | 46.4% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 12.8% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 18.1% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 5.8% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
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 44%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.2% | 11.7% | -10.5% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 6.7% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 10.3% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.7% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 16.3% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.7% | 44% | 10.3% | 33.8% | 10.2% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 95.9% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 93.4% | 92.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 92.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 1% | -2.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 59.4% | 46.2% | 13.2% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Navigation Square was 56.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.0% higher than the Skipton East & South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Navigation Square has the 23rd highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Skipton East & South and the 711th highest crime rate of 2,067 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Navigation Square, Skipton, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2012-10-17 | £366,782 |
| 9 Navigation Square, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2009-09-18 | £279,186 |
| 8 Navigation Square, Skipton, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £239,000 | 2006-11-03 | £345,636 |
| 1 Navigation Square, Skipton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2005-07-15 | £381,214 |
| 5 Navigation Square, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2001-06-15 | £323,692 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Navigation Square, Skipton, BD23 1XB has medium flood risk from rivers and the sea.
3 of 3 properties (100.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around Navigation Square, Skipton, BD23 1XB has very low surface water flood risk.
0 of 3 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
BD23 1XB 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 1XB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 139 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| 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 | 646 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brougham Street Nursery School Brougham Street , BD23 2ES | - not rated | 722 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 | 3out of 4 | 246 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Catholic Primary School, Skipton Gargrave Road , BD23 1PJ | - not rated | 246 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Skipton, Water Street Community Primary School Elliot Street , BD23 1PE | 3out of 4 | 310 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Craven Street , BD23 2AP | - not rated | 323 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Church of England Primary School Craven Street , BD23 2AP | 2out of 4 | 323 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ermysted's Grammar School Gargrave Road , BD23 1PL | 3out of 4 | 418 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Skipton Girls' High School Gargrave Road , BD23 1QL | 3out of 4 | 633 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Skipton Girls' High School Gargrave Road , BD23 1QL | - not rated | 633 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Skipton Academy Gargrave Road , BD23 1UQ | 3out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aireville School Gargrave Road , BD23 1UQ | - not rated | 1,190 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,334 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 | 738 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Craven Pupil Referral Service The Snaygill Centre , Keighley Road BD23 2QS | 3out of 4 | 1,816 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coopers Cafe Bar | 6 - 8 Belmont Street, Skipton | 33 yd | |
| The Boat House (Skipton) Limited | 19 Coach Street, Skipton | 93 yd | |
| The Swadford Hub | 32 Swadford Street, Skipton | 120 yd | |
| Helene's Tea Room | 21 Coach Street, Skipton | 122 yd | |
| Oakley's Grill & Pizzeria | 5 Albert Street, Skipton | 154 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venue Sports & Music Bar | 3A Cavendish Street, Skipton | 101 yd | |
| The Mess Room | Unit 4, The Old Fire Station | 126 yd | |
| The Cock And Bottle | Cock And Bottle, 30 Swadford Street | 168 yd | |
| Swadford Tap Limited | 18A Swadford Street, Skipton | 169 yd | |
| The Royal Shepherd | Royal Shepherd Inn, Canal Street | 178 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kita's Thai Take Away | 49 Swadford Street, Skipton | 40 yd | |
| Bizzie Lizzies | 36 Swadford Street, Skipton | 86 yd | |
| Farmhouse Ice Cream | 9 Coach Street, Skipton | 105 yd | |
| Subway | Post Office, 7 - 11 Swadford Street | 110 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 34 Swadford Street, Skipton | 114 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Craven Street | 346 yd | |
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited | W M Morrison Supermarkets Plc, Broughton Road | 393 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jetts Skipton 2 BELLE VUE SQUARE 2 BELLE VUE SQUARE BROUGHTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 121 yd |
| Intershape Fitness (Skipton) UNIT G UNIT G SWADFORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 187 yd |
| Ermysted'S Grammar School GARGRAVE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 387 yd |
| Skipton Town Hall TOWN HALL TOWN HALL HIGH STREET | 440 yd | |
| St Andrews United Reformed Methodist Church THE BRITISH SCHOOL THE BRITISH SCHOOL OTLEY STREET | 487 yd | |
| Skipton Powerlifting And Weightlifting Club (Closed) Carleton New Road | 573 yd | |
| Energie Fitness Skipton CARLETON NEW ROAD | health and fitness suite | 607 yd |
| Skipton Girls High School GARGRAVE ROAD | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 633 yd |
| Aireville Park CRAVEN TOR CRAVEN TOR HAREWOOD ROAD | cycling | 656 yd |
| Skipton Cricket Club CARLETON NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 728 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 with Next Generation Access (NGA) | 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% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive decent broadband from fixed or FWA | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises able to receive decent broadband from FWA | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 116.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 156.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 28.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband coverage statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2026 dataset. Broadband performance statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2023 postcode-level performance data.