Burnside Close is in Harrogate and in North Yorkshire district. HG1 2BQ is located in the Bilton Grange & New Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harrogate and Knaresborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Burnside Close, Harrogate, HG1 2BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HG1 2BE, HG1 2BG, HG1 2BD, HG1 2BJ, HG1 2BB, HG3 2UP, HG3 2UB, HG1 2BH, HG1 2AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HG1 2BQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 54.1% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 45.8% | 45.9% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
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 | 28.9% | 31.3% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 45.8% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3.2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 18.1% | 13.4% | -4.7% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 4.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (88%) 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 | 49.6% | 53.7% | 4.1% | 48.4% | 5.3% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 34.3% | -2.1% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 10.2% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 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.
In the area around HG1 2BQ this area, 9.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.7% | 9.5% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 10.2% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 13.4% | -7.9% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 4.9% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 22.5% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.3% | 37.3% | 12.0% | 33.8% | 3.5% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.1% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 96% | 97.2% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 88.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90% | 88.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 6.6% | 7.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 89.5% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 8.6% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6% | 0.3% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 76.7% | 6.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burnside Close was 103.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.2% higher than the Bilton Grange & New Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Burnside Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Bilton Grange & New Park and the 318th highest crime rate of 2,067 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Burnside Close, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-01-29 | £182,308 |
| 9 Burnside Close, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2021-06-25 | £357,971 |
| 9 Burnside Close, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2018-07-20 | £356,427 |
| 4 Burnside Close, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £206,500 | 2016-01-22 | £290,117 |
| 2 Burnside Close, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,500 | 2013-09-02 | £262,524 |
HG1 2BQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 127 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Park Primary Academy Skipton Road , HG1 3HF | 3out of 4 | 424 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate, New Park Community Primary School Skipton Road , HG1 3HF | - not rated | 424 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltergate Junior School Newby Crescent , HG3 2TT | 3out of 4 | 481 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltergate Infant School Newby Crescent , HG3 2TT | 3out of 4 | 481 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltergate Community Junior School Newby Crescent , HG3 2TT | - not rated | 481 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrogate High School Ainsty Road , HG1 4AP | 2out of 4 | 2,522 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate High School Ainsty Road , HG1 4AP | - not rated | 2,522 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate Grammar School Arthurs Avenue , HG2 0DZ | - not rated | 2,753 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate Grammar School Arthurs Avenue , HG2 0DZ | 4out of 4 | 2,753 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England High School Oatlands Drive , HG2 8JR | 3out of 4 | 3,030 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrogate College Hornbeam Park Avenue , Hookstone Road HG2 8QT | - not rated | 4,019 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrogate Ladies' College Clarence Drive , HG1 2QG | - not rated | 1,103 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate Language Academy 8a Royal Parade , HG1 2SZ | - not rated | 1,565 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Harrogate 59 Grove Road , HG1 5EP | 3out of 4 | 1,576 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate Pupil Referral Service 59 Grove Road , HG1 5EP | - not rated | 1,576 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brackenfield School 128 Duchy Road , HG1 2HE | - not rated | 1,813 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harrogate Leisure And Wellness Centre | Jenny Field Drive, Harrogate | 457 yd | |
| David Lloyd Leisure | David Lloyd Harrogate, Oakdale Place | 576 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stone Beck | Grantley Drive, Harrogate | 563 yd | |
| The Claro Beagle | Coppice Gate, Harrogate | 617 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza World | Unit 4, Oak Beck Way | 341 yd | |
| Masala Takeaway | Ripon Road, Harrogate | 357 yd | |
| Pizza Time | Spring Lea, 204 Ripon Road | 357 yd | |
| The Bread Bin | 363 Skipton Road, Harrogate | 424 yd | |
| Sage | 6 Sykes Grove, Harrogate | 480 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Oakdale Service Station, Ripon Road | 403 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 1, Harrogate Retail Park | 407 yd | |
| Co-op | The Co-Operative Food, Grantley Drive | 563 yd | |
| Costcutter | 247 Skipton Road, Harrogate | 835 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Hydro STONEBECK AVENUE | grass pitches | 360 yd |
| The Hydro (Pool & Fitness Centre) JENNY FIELD DRIVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 391 yd |
| New Park Community Primary School SKIPTON ROAD | 442 yd | |
| Saltergate Junior School NEWBY CRESCENT | grass pitches | 453 yd |
| Jennyfield Styan Community Centre GRANTLEY DRIVE | 454 yd | |
| David Lloyd Harrogate NORWOOD GROVE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, swimming pool, tennis courts | 578 yd |
| Oakdale Golf Club Oakdale | golf | 888 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 182.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.