Boroughgate is in Otley and in Leeds district. LS21 1AE is located in the Otley & Yeadon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leeds North West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Boroughgate, Otley, LS21 1AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS21 1AG, LS21 1RL, LS21 1AQ, LS21 1BS, LS21 1HB, LS21 1AZ, LS21 1FL, LS21 1AL, LS21 1BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS21 1AE 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 | 44.7% | 50.5% | 5.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 55.3% | 49.5% | -5.8% | 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.
In the immediate area around LS21 1AE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.4% | 53.3% | 9.9% | 37.9% | 15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.6% | 23.7% | -0.9% | 44.2% | -20.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 7.5% | 3.1% | -4.4% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 11.5% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 8.4% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 37% | 40.3% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 36.1% | -4.0% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 18% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 3% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 21.5% | 17.6% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 7.7% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 17.6% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 8.1% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 13.4% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 31.7% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.6% | 97.4% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 95% | 90.5% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 90.8% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 4.9% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.1% | 37.2% | 10.9% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Boroughgate was 346.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 325.6% higher than the Otley & Yeadon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Boroughgate has the 2nd highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Otley & Yeadon and the 150th highest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 223.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 2 38 Boroughgate, Otley, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2023-12-20 | £174,381 |
| 44 Boroughgate, Otley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-10-31 | £172,552 |
| Flat 2 36 Boroughgate, Otley, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2022-12-07 | £139,787 |
| 44A Boroughgate, Otley, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2020-09-30 | £113,585 |
| 90 Boroughgate, Otley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2010-12-15 | £302,873 |
LS21 1AE 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Education | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Otley Manor Square , LS21 3AP | 3out of 4 | 153 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westgate Primary School Scarborough Road , LS21 3JS | 3out of 4 | 883 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Otley All Saints CofE Primary School Lisker Drive , LS21 1DF | 3out of 4 | 890 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Primary School Weston Lane , LS21 2DF | 3out of 4 | 1,349 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Otley the Whartons Primary School The Whartons , LS21 2BS | 3out of 4 | 1,412 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College Farnley Lane , LS21 2BB | 3out of 4 | 803 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy Bradford Road , Menston LS29 6AE | 4out of 4 | 3,956 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guiseley School Fieldhead Road , Guiseley LS20 8DT | 2out of 4 | 4,593 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Meadows Academy Back Lane , LS20 8LS | - not rated | 4,327 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghyll Royd School and Pre-School Greystone Manor , Ilkley Road LS29 7HW | - not rated | 4,863 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cucina Pizzeria | 94 - 96 Boroughgate, Otley | 2 yd | |
| Raffertys Cafe | 15 Wesley Street, Otley | 94 yd | |
| Otley Courthouse Cafe | Otley Courthouse, Courthouse Street | 160 yd | |
| Ottas Leah | 13 Boroughgate, Otley | 163 yd | |
| Little Corner Of The World | 7 Boroughgate, Otley | 163 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Otley Tap House | 66 Boroughgate, Otley | 7 yd | |
| The White Swan | 68 Boroughgate, Otley | 7 yd | |
| Otley Conservative Club | Boroughgate, Otley | 163 yd | |
| The Curious Hop | Unit 9, Orchard Gate | 180 yd | |
| Groove Pad Beer And Vinyls | Unit 9, Orchard Gate | 180 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maypole Food Bar | 64 Boroughgate, Otley | 2 yd | |
| Maypole Fisheries | 28 Cross Green, Otley | 126 yd | |
| Impero Pizza | 14 New Market, Otley | 216 yd | |
| Pizza Base (Otley) | 3 Crossgate, Otley | 220 yd | |
| The Secret Kitchen | 42 Bondgate, Otley | 236 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 33 Cambridge Street, Harrogate | 167 yd | |
| Asda (Otley) | Cross Green, Otley | 288 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 11 Bondgate, Otley | 307 yd | |
| Waitrose (Otley) | 60 Westgate, Otley | 418 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Otley Civic Centre Cross Green | 89 yd | |
| Club Energy (Otley) Boroughgate | health and fitness suite | 101 yd |
| Otley Squash Club CROSS GREEN | squash courts | 293 yd |
| Cross Green CROSS GREEN | grass pitches | 353 yd |
| Otley Rugby Union Club CROSS GREEN | grass pitches | 353 yd |
| St Josephs Catholic Primary School (Otley) MANOR SQUARE | grass pitches | 383 yd |
| Otley Cricket Club CROSS GREEN | grass pitches | 388 yd |
| Garnetts Field RIVERDALE GARDENS | grass pitches | 391 yd |
| Otley All Saints Primary School LISKER DRIVE | grass pitches | 737 yd |
| Prince Henrys Grammar School FARNLEY LANE | grass pitches | 857 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 | 85.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.2% |
| 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 | 3.7% |
| Median download speed | 76 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.