Western Terrace is in Long Preston, Skipton and in North Yorkshire district. BD23 4PD is located in the Mid 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 Western Terrace, Long Preston, Skipton, BD23 4PD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD23 4PR, BD23 4NX, BD23 4NT, BD23 4NA, BD23 4NE, BD23 4PE, BD23 4PQ, BD23 4NS, BD23 4NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BD23 4PD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 47.7% | 49.1% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 52.3% | 50.9% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 4PD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.8% 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 | 25.1% | 29.2% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.6% | 53.8% | -7.8% | 44.2% | 9.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 9% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 5.6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 (87%) 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 | 42.3% | 48.9% | 6.6% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 38.1% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 11.4% | -4.8% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 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.
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 | 19.2% | 10.7% | -8.5% | 18.2% | -7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 11% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 12% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 4% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 17% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.3% | 44% | 12.7% | 33.8% | 10.2% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.6% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 97.4% | 98.6% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 98.6% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 76.7% | 12.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Western Terrace was 34.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.0% lower than the Mid Craven average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Western Terrace has the 30th highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Mid Craven and the 933rd lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 74.3%.
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 Western Terrace, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2011-04-18 | £392,271 |
| 2 Western Terrace, Skipton, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2002-08-30 | £307,466 |
| 1 Western Terrace, Skipton, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,000 | 1997-08-11 | £382,965 |
BD23 4PD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 4PD 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 88 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Preston Endowed Voluntary Aided Primary School School Lane , Long Preston BD23 4PN | 3out of 4 | 414 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hellifield Community Primary School Kendal Road , Hellifield BD23 4HA | 3out of 4 | 2,691 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Long Preston Playing Field Association SCHOOL LANE | tennis courts | 381 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.