Westbourne Drive is in Menston, Ilkley and in Bradford district. LS29 6EL is located in the Wharfedale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Shipley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Westbourne Drive, Menston, Ilkley, LS29 6EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS29 6EN, LS29 6EP, LS29 6PP, LS29 6LS, LS29 6JQ, LS29 6PD, LS29 6ER, LS29 6PE, LS29 6EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LS29 6EL, 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 | 50.1% | 53.2% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 49.9% | 46.8% | -3.1% | 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 vicinity of LS29 6EL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.7% 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 | 11.7% | 18% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -19.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 76.3% | 62.7% | -13.6% | 44.2% | 18.5% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 2.3% | 4.2% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 14.8% | 5.1% | 6.1% | 8.7% |
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 | 51.7% | 52.7% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 4.3% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 30.5% | 0.4% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 12.8% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 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.
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 54%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.2% | 11.3% | -5.9% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 4.2% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 10.6% | -7.6% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 12.5% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.3% | 54% | 13.7% | 33.8% | 20.2% |
| Other | 2.3% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.5% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 97.6% | 96% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 96% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.5% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.6% | 37.2% | -6.6% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Westbourne Drive was 34.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.7% lower than the Wharfedale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Westbourne Drive has the 20th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Wharfedale and the 216th lowest crime rate of 1,554 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goosewell Fold Westbourne Drive, Ilkley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2024-07-26 | £879,785 |
| 2 Westbourne Drive, Ilkley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £695,000 | 2024-06-26 | £759,238 |
| The Pines Westbourne Drive, Ilkley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,140,000 | 2021-12-16 | £1,368,000 |
| Chellah Westbourne Drive, Ilkley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2019-11-27 | £1,028,894 |
| The Pines Westbourne Drive, Ilkley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £842,500 | 2018-03-02 | £1,236,573 |
LS29 6EL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LS29 6EL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 128 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Menston Primary School St. Peters Way , Menston LS29 6NY | 3out of 4 | 593 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burley and Woodhead CofE Primary School Sandholme Drive , Burley-in-Wharfedale LS29 7RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,643 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burley Oaks Primary School Langford Lane , Burley-in-Wharfedale LS29 7EJ | 4out of 4 | 2,101 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawksworth Church of England Primary School Main Street , Hawksworth LS20 8NX | 3out of 4 | 2,710 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tranmere Park Primary School Ridge Close , Guiseley LS20 8JJ | 4out of 4 | 2,897 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy Bradford Road , Menston LS29 6AE | 4out of 4 | 1,764 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guiseley School Fieldhead Road , Guiseley LS20 8DT | 2out of 4 | 3,174 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College Farnley Lane , LS21 2BB | 3out of 4 | 4,085 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,692 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghyll Royd School and Pre-School Greystone Manor , Ilkley Road LS29 7HW | - not rated | 3,372 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pantry | 31 Main Street | 499 yd | |
| Pickards Deli | 137a Main Street | 524 yd | |
| ABM Catering at The Spindles | Adlington The Spindles, 47 Bradford Road | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Malt Shovel | 32 Main Street | 522 yd | |
| The Fox | 129 Bradford Road | 534 yd | |
| The Menstone | Farnley Road | 580 yd | |
| Menston Cricket Club | 127 Bradford Road | 587 yd | |
| Fairfax Club (Bar Only) | 15 Main Street | 638 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menston Spice | 33a Main Street | 499 yd | |
| Taj Spice | 146 Bradford Road | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 102 Bradford Road | 782 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kirklands Community Centre KIRKLAND RECREATION BOWLS PAVILION KIRKLAND RECREATION BOWLS PAVILION MAIN STREET | 461 yd | |
| Menston Cricket Club BRADFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 533 yd |
| Menston Park Leathley Avenue | grass pitches, tennis courts | 756 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 | 11.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 11.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 11.1% |
| 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 | 32.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 66.53 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 66.53 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.