Bilton Lane is in Harrogate and in North Yorkshire district. HG1 3DR 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 Bilton Lane, Harrogate, HG1 3DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HG1 3DP, HG1 3BB, HG1 3BD, HG1 3DS, HG1 3BE, HG1 4HG, HG1 4PS, HG1 4HX, HG1 3AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HG1 3DR 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 | 51.8% | 51.2% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.8% | 0.6% | 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 | 25.9% | 40.7% | 14.8% | 37.9% | 2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.1% | 39.4% | -13.7% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 13% | 12.7% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 6.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 (88.6%) 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 | 50.2% | 64% | 13.8% | 48.4% | 15.6% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 24.6% | -11.3% | 33.6% | -9.0% |
| Fair health | 9% | 8% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 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 | 17.6% | 15.3% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 8.9% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 14% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 3.8% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 18.2% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.7% | 36.9% | 2.2% | 33.8% | 3.1% |
| Other | 6.7% | 3% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96% | 95.9% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Other | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 87.2% 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 | 89.7% | 87.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 7.3% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.4% | 87.2% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| 10+ Years | 3.7% | 6.9% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 12.9% | 13.5% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49% | 37.2% | 11.8% |
| Christian | 44.8% | 46.2% | -1.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bilton Lane was 209.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 190.4% higher than the Bilton Grange & New Park average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Bilton Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Bilton Grange & New Park and the 105th highest crime rate of 2,067 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Bilton Lane, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2015-01-30 | £493,277 |
| 12 Bilton Lane, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £323,000 | 2012-10-05 | £487,401 |
| 2 Bilton Lane, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2010-05-14 | £365,381 |
| 2 Bilton Lane, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2004-06-03 | £367,500 |
| 6 Bilton Lane, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2003-10-29 | £411,746 |
HG1 3DR 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 119 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrogate, Bilton Grange Community Primary School Bilton Lane , HG1 3BA | - not rated | 141 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School Bilton Lane , HG1 3BA | 3out of 4 | 141 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taylor Church of England Primary School Bilton Lane , HG1 3DT | 3out of 4 | 485 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taylor Church of England Primary School Bilton Lane , HG1 3DT | - not rated | 485 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Harrogate Coppice Rise , HG1 2DP | - not rated | 546 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,478 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate High School Ainsty Road , HG1 4AP | - not rated | 1,478 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England High School Oatlands Drive , HG2 8JR | 3out of 4 | 2,514 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England High School Oatlands Drive , HG2 8JR | - not rated | 2,514 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate Grammar School Arthurs Avenue , HG2 0DZ | - not rated | 2,954 yd | Community school | 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 | 3,643 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springwell Harrogate 59 Grove Road , HG1 5EP | 3out of 4 | 710 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate Pupil Referral Service 59 Grove Road , HG1 5EP | - not rated | 710 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate Ladies' College Clarence Drive , HG1 2QG | - not rated | 1,604 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Strive for Education 21 North Park Road , HG1 5PD | - not rated | 1,767 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate Language Academy 8a Royal Parade , HG1 2SZ | - not rated | 1,771 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| On a Roll | 50 King Edwards Drive, Harrogate | 231 yd | |
| Sandwiches And More | 50 King Edwards Drive, Harrogate | 231 yd | |
| Gather & Stow | 180 Kings Road, Harrogate | 427 yd | |
| Pink Door | 150 Kings Road, Harrogate | 563 yd | |
| Lilypad | 136 Kings Road, Harrogate | 563 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bilton Working Mens Club | 136 Skipton Road, Harrogate | 283 yd | |
| The Knox | Knox Lane, Harrogate | 676 yd | |
| Bilton Cricket Club | Bilton Lane, Harrogate | 759 yd | |
| The Claro Beagle | Coppice Gate, Harrogate | 900 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tak Yan | 48 King Edwards Drive, Harrogate | 231 yd | |
| Harrogate Fisheries | 141 Skipton Road, Harrogate | 265 yd | |
| Dougies Fish And Chips | 66 King Edwards Drive, Harrogate | 344 yd | |
| Golden Harvest | 60 Crab Lane, Harrogate | 357 yd | |
| China Garden | 2 Dawson Terrace, Harrogate | 377 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | The Skipton, Skipton Road | 141 yd | |
| Costcutter | 247 Skipton Road, Harrogate | 457 yd | |
| Co-op | 126 King Edwards Drive, Harrogate | 472 yd | |
| All Nations Supermarket | 81 Skipton Road, Harrogate | 484 yd | |
| Co-op | Oakdale Service Station, Ripon Road | 878 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bilton Cricket Club BILTON LANE | grass pitches | 751 yd |
| New Park Community Primary School SKIPTON ROAD | 859 yd | |
| The Hydro (Pool & Fitness Centre) JENNY FIELD DRIVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,030 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 | 77.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.