Otley Road is in Killinghall, Harrogate and in North Yorkshire district. HG3 2DN is located in the Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate 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 Otley Road, Killinghall, Harrogate, HG3 2DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HG3 2DT, HG3 2DW, HG3 2DP, HG3 2DE, HG3 2DX, HG3 2DF, HG3 2DU, HG3 2DG, HG3 2GY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HG3 2DN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 50.3% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.7% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 HG3 2DN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% 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 | 20.6% | 27.6% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.9% | 53.9% | -10.0% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 8.8% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 8.2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 55.3% | 57.8% | 2.5% | 48.4% | 9.4% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 30.8% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 8.1% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 HG3 2DN this area, 8.8% 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 | 11.9% | 8.8% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 8.8% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 11.5% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.7% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 19.7% | 11.0% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.2% | 40.9% | -0.3% | 33.8% | 7.1% |
| Other | 6.5% | 3.6% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 95% | 97% | 2.0% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 92.7% | 94.2% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.6% | 1% | -4.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 94.4% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 3% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 2.3% | -2.1% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 76.7% | 13.2% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 61.4% | 46.2% | 15.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Otley Road was 31.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.3% lower than the Bilton & Nidd Gorge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Otley Road has the 15th lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Bilton & Nidd Gorge and the 834th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 74.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Cottage Otley Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,500 | 2022-02-28 | £254,336 |
| Brookroyd Garage Otley Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2021-12-22 | £636,656 |
| 25 Otley Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,572 | 2021-09-10 | £320,829 |
| 21 Otley Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2020-01-17 | £311,900 |
| 23 Otley Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-08-08 | £255,240 |
HG3 2DN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
HG3 2DN 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 | 118 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Killinghall Church of England Primary School Otley Road , Killinghall HG3 2DW | 3out of 4 | 264 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltergate Community Junior School Newby Crescent , HG3 2TT | 2out of 4 | 1,988 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltergate Infant School Newby Crescent , HG3 2TT | 3out of 4 | 1,988 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Park Primary Academy Skipton Road , HG1 3HF | 3out of 4 | 2,250 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley Endowed Church of England School Main Street , Ripley HG3 3AY | 2out of 4 | 2,286 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 3out of 4 | 4,369 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate Grammar School Arthurs Avenue , HG2 0DZ | 4out of 4 | 4,970 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England High School Oatlands Drive , HG2 8JR | 4out of 4 | 5,214 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrogate Ladies' College Clarence Drive , Harrogate HG1 2QG | - not rated | 3,337 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Springwell Harrogate 59 Grove Road , HG1 5EP | 4out of 4 | 3,523 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brackenfield School 128 Duchy Road , HG1 2HE | - not rated | 3,657 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate Language Academy 8a Royal Parade , HG1 2SZ | - not rated | 3,813 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Henshaws College Bogs Lane , HG1 4ED | - not rated | 4,849 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise at Daleside | Daleside Nurseries Limited, Ripon Road | 609 yd | |
| Cooking Fantastic | Spruisty Hall Farm, Ripon Road | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampsthwaite Cricket Club | Church Lane, Hampsthwaite | 940 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Killinghall Village Hall VILLAGE HALL HOUSE VILLAGE HALL HOUSE OTLEY ROAD | 108 yd | |
| Killinghall Cricket Ground OTLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 124 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 | 57.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 34.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 3.8% |
| 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 | 78.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.