Beech Court is in Hellifield, Skipton and in North Yorkshire district. BD23 4LH is located in the Mid Craven electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Skipton and Ripon. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beech Court, Hellifield, Skipton, BD23 4LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD23 4LX, BD23 4JA, BD23 4LW, BD23 4JB, BD23 4AZ, BD23 4LG, BD23 4DW, BD23 4HT, BD23 4ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BD23 4LH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 49.7% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50.3% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 4LH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.2% 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 | 26.5% | 20.4% | -6.1% | 37.9% | -17.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.6% | 64.2% | 6.6% | 44.2% | 20.0% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 0.7% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 6.6% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 8% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 46.5% | 43.2% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 37.6% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 15.2% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.3% | 10.9% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 9.1% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 13.5% | -5.9% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6.9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 17.9% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 28% | 39.4% | 11.4% | 33.8% | 5.6% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 99.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 98.9% | 96.7% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 96.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.8% | 76.7% | 15.1% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.9% | 37.2% | -1.3% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beech Court was 35.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.3% lower than the Mid Craven average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Beech Court has the 29th highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Mid Craven and the 951st lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 42.1%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% 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 Beech Court, Skipton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £394,500 | 2024-08-02 | £415,792 |
| 4 Beech Court, Skipton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2016-11-30 | £331,904 |
| 2 Beech Court, Skipton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £251,000 | 2015-11-11 | £347,306 |
| 1 Beech Court, Skipton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2014-08-15 | £371,160 |
| 4 Beech Court, Skipton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2014-08-11 | £308,867 |
BD23 4LH 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 4LH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 120 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 47 |
| Education | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellifield Community Primary School Kendal Road , Hellifield BD23 4HA | 3out of 4 | 365 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Preston Endowed Voluntary Aided Primary School School Lane , Long Preston BD23 4PN | 3out of 4 | 2,746 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shed 24H | Tea Rooms, Hellifield Station | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hellifield Social Club | Hellifield House, Hellifield Working Mens Club, Gisburn Road | 171 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| H's Fish Bar & Coffee House | Fish Shop, Main Road | 162 yd | |
| Balsamini's Pizzeria | Hellifield Working Mens Club, Gisburn Road | 171 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hellifield Sports Football Club THORNDALE STREET | grass pitches | 164 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.