Ilkley Road is in Otley and in Leeds district. LS21 3JN 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 Ilkley Road, Otley, LS21 3JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS21 3JW, LS21 3PN, LS21 3EH, LS21 3EQ, LS21 3JU, LS21 3EB, LS21 3EJ, LS21 3JR, LS21 3JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LS21 3JN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 52.6% | 53.2% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 47.4% | 46.8% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 3JN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.5% 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 | 44.3% | 42.5% | -1.8% | 37.9% | 4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.3% | 29.5% | -7.8% | 44.2% | -14.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 6% | 4.1% | 2.2% | 3.8% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 18% | 4.3% | 9.1% | 8.9% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 (87.1%) 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 | 56.3% | 53.8% | -2.5% | 48.4% | 5.4% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 33.3% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 6.5% | 9.8% | 3.3% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 52.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.3% | 10.5% | -0.8% | 18.2% | -7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 4% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 14% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 0.5% | -2.8% | 5.3% | -4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 18.5% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.6% | 52.5% | 3.9% | 33.8% | 18.7% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 96.6% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 98.4% | 97% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 97% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.5% | 37.2% | 24.3% |
| Christian | 30.7% | 46.2% | -15.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ilkley Road was 47.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.9% lower than the Otley & Yeadon average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ilkley Road has the 34th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Otley & Yeadon and the 763rd lowest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Ilkley Road, Otley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2014-06-30 | £967,427 |
| 33 Ilkley Road, Otley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 1999-09-22 | £579,399 |
LS21 3JN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
LS21 3JN 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 | 86 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 27 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Other | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guiseley Nursery School Oxford Road , Guisley LS20 9DA | - not rated | 3,413 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westgate Primary School Scarborough Road , LS21 3JS | 3out of 4 | 142 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Otley Manor Square , LS21 3AP | - not rated | 606 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Otley Manor Square , LS21 3AP | 3out of 4 | 606 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Otley All Saints' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School North Parade , LS21 1BB | - not rated | 824 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints CofE School North Parade , LS21 1BB | - not rated | 824 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westgate First School Scarborough Road , Westgate LS21 3JS | - not rated | 186 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whartons Middle School The Whartons , LS21 2BS | - not rated | 1,879 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | - not rated | 1,226 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College Farnley Lane , LS21 2BB | - not rated | 1,226 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy Bradford Road , Menston LS29 6AE | - not rated | 3,307 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Comprehensive School, Menston Bradford Road , Menston LS29 6AE | - not rated | 3,307 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guiseley School Fieldhead Road , Guiseley LS20 8DT | 3out of 4 | 4,087 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burley Middle School Langford Lane , Burley-in-Wharfedale LS29 7EJ | - not rated | 3,457 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linton House Adolescent Unit High Royds Hospital , LS29 6AQ | - not rated | 3,524 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tranfield School Back Lane , Guiseley LS20 8LS | - not rated | 3,679 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Green Meadows Academy Back Lane , LS20 8LS | 3out of 4 | 3,773 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Dales School Bradford Road , Guiseley LS20 8PP | - not rated | 3,969 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The North West Silc Bradford Road , Guiseley LS20 8PP | - not rated | 3,969 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buttercups | Unit 2, Westgate Arcade | 404 yd | |
| Olive \& Fig Coffee Shop And Kitchen | Unit 2, Westgate Arcade | 404 yd | |
| Java Coffee Bar And Deli | 13 - 14 Kirkgate Arcade, Kirkgate | 518 yd | |
| Whitaker Arms | 49 Kirkgate, Otley | 555 yd | |
| Cranberry | 61 - 63 Kirkgate, Otley | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Hill Club | Grove Hill House, Ilkley Road | 5 yd | |
| Falcon Sports And Social Club | Westgate, Otley | 404 yd | |
| Black Horse | Westgate, Otley | 424 yd | |
| Wharfedale Masonic Hall | Westbourne House, Westbourne Close | 460 yd | |
| The Red Lion | 47 Kirkgate, Otley | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul Kebab | 52 - 54 Westgate, Otley | 341 yd | |
| Dragon City | 31 Westgate, Otley | 404 yd | |
| Best Kebab | 48 - 50 Westgate, Otley | 424 yd | |
| Tapas And Tunes | 50 Kirkgate, Otley | 575 yd | |
| Nam Jai Thai | 13 Manor Square, Otley | 606 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose (Otley) | 60 Westgate, Otley | 424 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 11 Bondgate, Otley | 640 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 33 Cambridge Street, Harrogate | 856 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grove Hill Otley Tennis Club TENNIS COURTS GROVE PARK TENNIS COURTS GROVE PARK ILKLEY ROAD | tennis courts | 324 yd |
| St Josephs Catholic Primary School (Otley) MANOR SQUARE | grass pitches | 557 yd |
| Club Energy (Otley) Boroughgate | health and fitness suite | 749 yd |
| Otley Civic Centre Cross Green | 929 yd | |
| Garnetts Field RIVERDALE GARDENS | grass pitches | 972 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.