St James Road is in Ilkley and in Bradford district. LS29 9PY is located in the Ilkley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Keighley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St James Road, Ilkley, LS29 9PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS29 9NN, LS29 9PD, LS29 9NW, LS29 9NE, LS29 9PB, LS29 9RU, LS29 9NJ, LS29 9PU, LS29 9NG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LS29 9PY has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.2% of the population 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 | 50.9% | 57.2% | 6.3% | 51.0% | 6.2% |
| Male | 49.1% | 42.8% | -6.3% | 49.0% | -6.2% |
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 9PY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.7% 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 | 19.8% | 26.1% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.3% | 55.7% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 11.5% |
| Separated | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 8.7% | -5.5% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 9.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 62% | 57.3% | -4.7% | 48.4% | 8.9% |
| Good health | 25.9% | 27.7% | 1.8% | 33.6% | -5.9% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 11.3% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 LS29 9PY this area, 7.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 58.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.1% | 7.8% | -1.3% | 18.2% | -10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.7% | 4.3% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.5% | 10% | 0.5% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 3.9% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 13% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 64.7% | 58.3% | -6.4% | 33.8% | 24.5% |
| Other | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.7% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91.2% 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 | 96.8% | 91.2% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 4.4% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 91.6% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 4.4% | 13.5% | -9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St James Road was 10.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.6% lower than the Ilkley average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
St James Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Ilkley and the 27th lowest crime rate of 1,554 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 St James Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £725,000 | 2024-08-15 | £751,624 |
| 12 St James Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £780,000 | 2023-12-08 | £850,277 |
| 25 St James Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £644,000 | 2023-11-17 | £706,219 |
| 19 St James Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £680,000 | 2023-04-14 | £787,256 |
| The Coach House, 3 St James Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2023-02-17 | £506,882 |
LS29 9PY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
LS29 9PY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LS29 9PY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints' CofE Primary School Easby Drive , LS29 9BE | 4out of 4 | 460 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashlands Primary School Leeds Road , LS29 8JY | 4out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Valley Drive , Ben Rhydding LS29 8NL | 4out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ben Rhydding Primary School Bolling Road , Ben Rhydding LS29 8QH | 3out of 4 | 2,054 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Addingham Primary School Bolton Road , Addingham LS29 0NR | 3out of 4 | 4,484 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilkley Grammar School Cowpasture Road , LS29 8TR | 4out of 4 | 1,198 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorfield School Wharfedale Lodge , Ben Rhydding Road LS29 8RL | - not rated | 1,470 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westville House School Carter's Lane , Middleton LS29 0DQ | - not rated | 2,555 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghyll Royd School and Pre-School Greystone Manor , Ilkley Road LS29 7HW | - not rated | 5,337 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thirty Nine Cafe | 39 The Grove | 161 yd | |
| Joels | 60 The Grove | 195 yd | |
| J Reserve | 54 The Grove | 206 yd | |
| Cafe J | 52 The Grove | 217 yd | |
| Bettys Cafe Tea Room | 32-34 The Grove | 292 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ilkley Bowling Club - Bar | 15 Skipton Road | 335 yd | |
| Masonic Lodge | 1 Cunliffe Road | 346 yd | |
| Bar Tat | 7 Cunliffe Road | 346 yd | |
| The Lister Arms | Units 14 And 15a, The Moors Shopping Centre, South Hawksworth Street | 357 yd | |
| Ilkley Constitutional Club | 1 South Hawksworth Street | 419 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Palazzo | 3b Dalesway House, South Hawksworth Street | 369 yd | |
| Avalons | 8 Church Street | 459 yd | |
| Greggs | 8 Brook Street | 463 yd | |
| Ashiana | 7 Wells Road | 470 yd | |
| Greggs | 20 Brook Street | 490 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | Bolton Bridge Road | 233 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer - Simply Food | Unit 12 Station Plaza, Station Road | 495 yd | |
| Tesco | Springs Lane | 896 yd | |
| E H Booth & Co | Leeds Road | 925 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bodies Health Club & Spa (Closed) Regent Road | health and fitness suite | 221 yd |
| West Holmes Field Middleton Avenue | grass pitches | 767 yd |
| Ilkley Rfc DENTON ROAD | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| Ilkley Cricket Club MIDDLETON AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,060 yd |
| Ilkley Grammar School Cow Pasture Road | swimming pool | 1,088 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 | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.5% |
| 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 | 4.3% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 168.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.