Burnside Crescent is in Skipton and in North Yorkshire district. BD23 2BJ 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Burnside Crescent, Skipton, BD23 2BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD23 3BP, BD23 2BT, BD23 2BN, BD23 2BH, BD23 2BL, BD23 2EW, BD23 2BP, BD23 2BS, BD23 2BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BD23 2BJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 51.2% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 46.4% | 48.8% | 2.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38% | 39.7% | 1.7% | 37.9% | 1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.4% | 43% | -0.4% | 44.2% | -1.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 10.1% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 3.6% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.1%) 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 | 54.6% | 52.1% | -2.5% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 33% | 4.7% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 10.5% | -2.7% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 3.7% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 23.6% | 22.1% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 12.1% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 15.7% | -5.0% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.3% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 18.4% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 23% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -10.8% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.5% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.1% | 96.1% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 95.1% | 94.6% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 2% | 3.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 94.6% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.9% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 43.1% | 46.2% | -3.1% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burnside Crescent was 43.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.3% lower than the Skipton East & South average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Burnside Crescent has the 19th lowest crime rate of 46 local areas in Skipton East & South and the 916th highest crime rate of 2,067 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46 Burnside Crescent, Skipton, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £239,000 | 2025-07-17 | £245,739 |
| 6 Burnside Crescent, Skipton, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2025-06-30 | £301,825 |
| 38 Burnside Crescent, Skipton, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2023-08-14 | £216,746 |
| 40 Burnside Crescent, Skipton, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £229,000 | 2023-07-28 | £239,313 |
| 36 Burnside Crescent, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-03-28 | £220,951 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Burnside Crescent, Skipton, BD23 2BJ has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 12 properties (0.00%) 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 Burnside Crescent, Skipton, BD23 2BJ has very low surface water flood risk.
0 of 12 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 2BJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 128 |
| Part-Time Employee | 59 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brougham Street Nursery School Brougham Street , BD23 2ES | - not rated | 1,264 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Otley Street Community Nursery School Otley Street , BD23 1ET | 4out of 4 | 1,474 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Craven Street , BD23 2AP | - not rated | 738 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Church of England Primary School Craven Street , BD23 2AP | 2out of 4 | 738 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greatwood Community Primary School Pinhaw Road , BD23 2SJ | 3out of 4 | 956 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Skipton, Greatwood Community Primary School Pinhaw Road , BD23 2SJ | - not rated | 956 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Skipton, Ings Community Primary and Nursery School Broughton Road , BD23 1TE | - not rated | 1,207 yd | Community school | 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,385 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Skipton Girls' High School Gargrave Road , BD23 1QL | 3out of 4 | 1,455 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Skipton Girls' High School Gargrave Road , BD23 1QL | - not rated | 1,455 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Skipton Academy Gargrave Road , BD23 1UQ | 3out of 4 | 1,595 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aireville School Gargrave Road , BD23 1UQ | - not rated | 1,595 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 | 1,787 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 | 303 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Craven Pupil Referral Service The Snaygill Centre , Keighley Road BD23 2QS | 3out of 4 | 1,009 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matrix Superbowl | Sandylands Business Centre, Carleton New Road | 468 yd | |
| Craven Kitchen | Unit 4, Unicorn House | 851 yd | |
| Rhubarb Restaurant & Herriots Hotel | Herriots Hotel, Broughton Road | 899 yd | |
| Coopers Cafe Bar | 6 - 8 Belmont Street, Skipton | 1,014 yd | |
| Mastab's | 11 Keighley Road, Skipton | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skipton Cricket Club - Corresp Treasurer | Sandylands Sports Centre, Carleton New Road | 694 yd | |
| Skipton Rugby Union Football Club | Sandylands Sports Centre, Carleton New Road | 694 yd | |
| The Railway | Railway Inn, 10 Carleton Street | 809 yd | |
| Venue Sports & Music Bar | 3A Cavendish Street, Skipton | 941 yd | |
| The Fleece Inn | 22 Keighley Road, Skipton | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westmoreland Fisheries | 1 Westmoreland Street, Skipton | 877 yd | |
| Gulshan Takeaway | 1 - 3 Rowland Street, Skipton | 901 yd | |
| The Turntable Skipton | Unit 3A, Engine Shed Lane | 905 yd | |
| Chico's | 9 Sackville Street, Skipton | 927 yd | |
| The Deli | 26 Keighley Road, Skipton | 939 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Craven Street | 694 yd | |
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited | W M Morrison Supermarkets Plc, Broughton Road | 910 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ramper Park BURNSIDE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 255 yd |
| Skipton Cricket Club CARLETON NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 558 yd |
| Sandylands Grass Pitches SANDYLANDS SANDYLANDS CARLETON NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 622 yd |
| Skipton Rugby Club Sandylands Sandylands Carleton New Road | grass pitches | 661 yd |
| Firth Street Recreation Ground (Closed) Upper Sackville Street | grass pitches | 683 yd |
| Sandylands Sports Centre SANDYLANDS SANDYLANDS CARLETON NEW ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 691 yd |
| Energie Fitness Skipton CARLETON NEW ROAD | health and fitness suite | 692 yd |
| Skipton Powerlifting And Weightlifting Club (Closed) Carleton New Road | 707 yd | |
| Skipton Tennis Centre Engine Shed Lane | tennis courts | 719 yd |
| Skipton Juniors Fc SANDYLANDS SPORTS CENTRE SANDYLANDS SPORTS CENTRE CARLETON NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 831 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 | 90.6% |
| Median download speed | 40.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 250 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 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.