Otley Road is in Killinghall, Harrogate and in North Yorkshire district. HG3 2DW 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 2DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HG3 2DN, HG3 2DP, HG3 2DT, HG3 2DX, HG3 2DU, HG3 2DE, HG3 2DG, HG3 2DF, HG3 2DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HG3 2DW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 50.5% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47.8% | 49.5% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 19.8% | 30.1% | 10.3% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 49.9% | -7.4% | 44.2% | 5.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 10.9% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 13.7% | 5.8% | -7.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.8% | 48.4% | 0.6% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 36.3% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 10.6% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 31% | 16.4% | -14.6% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 8.5% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.7% | 15.6% | 5.9% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.1% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 15.1% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.2% | 36.7% | 10.5% | 33.8% | 2.9% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.6% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.1% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.8% | 92.1% | -6.7% | 81.4% | 10.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 96.6% | 92.9% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 92.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.6% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.4% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34% | 37.2% | -3.2% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Otley Road was 15.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.6% lower than the Bilton & Nidd Gorge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Otley Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Bilton & Nidd Gorge and the 338th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Otley Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £252,000 | 2022-02-21 | £273,983 |
| 24 Otley Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-03-23 | £384,966 |
| 48 Otley Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £508,000 | 2020-10-14 | £607,934 |
| 54 Otley Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2020-07-16 | £389,854 |
| 28 Otley Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £234,500 | 2018-11-15 | £294,784 |
HG3 2DW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 143 |
| Retired | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Administrative and support service 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 | 257 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltergate Community Junior School Newby Crescent , HG3 2TT | 2out of 4 | 1,999 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltergate Infant School Newby Crescent , HG3 2TT | 3out of 4 | 1,999 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Park Primary Academy Skipton Road , HG1 3HF | 3out of 4 | 2,277 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley Endowed Church of England School Main Street , Ripley HG3 3AY | 2out of 4 | 2,289 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 | 4,405 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate Grammar School Arthurs Avenue , HG2 0DZ | 4out of 4 | 4,983 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England High School Oatlands Drive , HG2 8JR | 4out of 4 | 5,241 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 | 3,353 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Springwell Harrogate 59 Grove Road , HG1 5EP | 4out of 4 | 3,555 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 | 3,831 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Henshaws College Bogs Lane , HG1 4ED | - not rated | 4,892 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 | 630 yd | |
| Cooking Fantastic | Spruisty Hall Farm, Ripon Road | 815 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampsthwaite Cricket Club | Church Lane, Hampsthwaite | 957 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Killinghall Village Hall VILLAGE HALL HOUSE VILLAGE HALL HOUSE OTLEY ROAD | 117 yd | |
| Killinghall Cricket Ground OTLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 123 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 | 53.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| 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 | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 324.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 324.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.42 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.