Rankins Well Road is in Skipton and in North Yorkshire district. BD23 2TU 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 1983-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rankins Well Road, Skipton, BD23 2TU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD23 2LJ, BD23 2JX, BD23 2JU, BD23 2JT, BD23 1HF, BD23 2JZ, BD23 2JS, BD23 2JW, BD23 2JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BD23 2TU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51.3% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 47.3% | 48.7% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 2TU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.4% 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 | 24.8% | 31.5% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.9% | 51.4% | -8.5% | 44.2% | 7.2% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 8.6% | 2.4% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 7% | 8.6% | 1.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.2% | 51.3% | 6.1% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 31.2% | -7.2% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 13.4% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 18.6% | 13.5% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 11.7% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 15.2% | -5.9% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 6.7% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 21.1% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 31.8% | 12.0% | 33.8% | -2.0% |
| Other | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.1% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 97.5% | 95.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 95.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.3% | 37.2% | 1.1% |
| Christian | 59.1% | 46.2% | 12.9% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rankins Well Road was 7.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.0% lower than the Skipton East & South average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Rankins Well Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Skipton East & South and the 85th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Rankins Well Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £241,250 | 2022-05-30 | £264,095 |
| 6 Rankins Well Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,950 | 2020-08-07 | £214,631 |
| 11 Rankins Well Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2019-04-23 | £230,991 |
| 3 Rankins Well Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2018-01-26 | £209,205 |
| 5 Rankins Well Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2017-02-24 | £213,338 |
BD23 2TU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% 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 2TU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 2TU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brougham Street Nursery School Brougham Street , BD23 2ES | 3out of 4 | 281 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Otley Street Community Nursery School Otley Street , BD23 1ET | 4out of 4 | 366 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 | 322 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greatwood Community Primary School Pinhaw Road , BD23 2SJ | - not rated | 751 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Skipton, Water Street Community Primary School Elliot Street , BD23 1PE | 4out of 4 | 853 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Craven Street , BD23 2AP | 4out of 4 | 959 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, A Voluntary Academy Gargrave Road , BD23 1PJ | 2out of 4 | 971 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,181 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Skipton Girls' High School Gargrave Road , BD23 1QL | 4out of 4 | 1,463 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Skipton Academy Gargrave Road , BD23 1UQ | 2out of 4 | 2,104 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 | 2,231 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 | 1,288 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Craven Pupil Referral Service The Snaygill Centre , Keighley Road BD23 2QS | 3out of 4 | 1,830 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 | 579 yd | |
| Dales Cottage Cafe | Dales Cottage Cafe, Albion Yard, Otley Street | 630 yd | |
| Skipton Balti House | 1A Court Lane, Skipton | 635 yd | |
| The Tea Corner | 7 Court Lane, Skipton | 636 yd | |
| The Terrace Tearoom | 10A - 11A Craven Court, High Street | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorview Community Social Club | 1 Moorview Way, Skipton | 238 yd | |
| Three Links Club | 26 Rectory Lane, Skipton | 527 yd | |
| The Albion Inn | Albion Inn, 27 Otley Street | 632 yd | |
| Styles Bar | 9 Court Lane, Skipton | 639 yd | |
| The Devonshire | Newmarket Street, Skipton | 685 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newmarket Fisheries | 50 Newmarket Street, Skipton | 517 yd | |
| Jamal Ali T/a Pizza Central | 38 Newmarket Street, Skipton | 547 yd | |
| Bizzie Lizzies - High Street Car Park | Bizzies Fish Restaurant, Albion Yard | 630 yd | |
| Westmoreland Fisheries | 1 Westmoreland Street, Skipton | 746 yd | |
| Gulshan Takeaway | 1 - 3 Rowland Street, Skipton | 751 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Andrews United Reformed Methodist Church THE BRITISH SCHOOL THE BRITISH SCHOOL OTLEY STREET | 568 yd | |
| North Parade COMMUNITY CENTRE COMMUNITY CENTRE NORTH PARADE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 597 yd |
| North Parade Recreation Ground (Closed) North Parade | grass pitches | 618 yd |
| Skipton Town Hall TOWN HALL TOWN HALL HIGH STREET | 748 yd | |
| Intershape Fitness (Skipton) UNIT G UNIT G SWADFORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 866 yd |
| Firth Street Recreation Ground (Closed) Upper Sackville Street | grass pitches | 971 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.