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Bardsey built-up area

Built-up area1.0 km² (0.4 sq mi)

Location in West YorkshireBardsey sits where the marker shows within the county.

45,372
Population
18,524
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£61,754
Avg. household income
1,692
Businesses
513
People per km²
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About Bardsey

Bardsey is a village located in West Yorkshire, within the postcode area LS17. It lies to the north of Leeds, situated between the towns of Pudsey and Horsforth. The village has a mix of residential properties, including traditional stone and brick houses, alongside some modern developments. A small number of local amenities, such as a village hall and a few shops, serve the community. The area is well-connected by road, with the A640 passing nearby, providing access to Leeds city centre and surrounding towns. Bardsey is also served by regular bus services, making it convenient for commuting. The village has a quiet, suburban character, with green spaces and footpaths offering opportunities for walking and recreation. It is part of the Leeds metropolitan area and benefits from proximity to urban facilities while maintaining a peaceful environment.

School Ratings in Bardsey

Families in Bardsey have access to 60 local schools. Wigton Moor Primary School, Highfield Primary School and Allerton High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bardsey

Homes sell for an average of £383K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £324K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bardsey

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Burglary is the leading concern across Bardsey, with 28 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bardsey

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bardsey among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Healthcare in Bardsey

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Bardsey, the nearest being Collingham Church View Surgery (2.1 miles away).

Local Data for Bardsey

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Property Prices 5,558 sales

Average Price £383K
£1K , £10.32M
Detached £621K 1,463
Semi £324K 2,464
Terraced £316K 330
Flat £183K 1,145

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

41 Primary
6 Secondary
13 Other
Outstanding 4
Good 12

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LS17 postcode area.

Bardsey Primary Academy Primary 0.2 miles Collingham Lady Elizabeth Hastings Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Thorner Church of England Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Shadwell Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Gateways School Not applicable 2.7 miles Harewood Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Sicklinghall Community Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles The Grammar School At Leeds Not applicable 3.3 miles Fieldhead Carr Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles Whinmoor St Paul's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Wigton Moor Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.5 miles Boston Spa Academy Secondary Outstanding 3.6 miles

Household Income in Bardsey ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bardsey is approximately £61,754 a year before tax, 12% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £45,114. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bardsey £61,754
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £45,114.

Businesses in Bardsey ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,692 active businesses based in Bardsey, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 3 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,692 Total businesses
37 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 94%
Small, 10-49 5%
Medium, 50-249 0%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Bardsey IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bardsey experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
9/10
Health
8/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 21%
9,196 Children (0-15) 20%
26,774 Working Age 59%
9,397 Older (65+) 21%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Bardsey 266 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Bardsey is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

Violence & Sexual Offences 110
Burglary 28
Criminal Damage & Arson 25
Anti-Social Behaviour 21
Shoplifting 20
Public Order 18
Other Theft 15
Other Crime 11
Vehicle Crime 9
Drugs 5
Robbery 3
Bicycle Theft 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Cross Gates Train Station 5.6 miles
Pannal Train Station 6.2 miles
Garforth Train Station 6.7 miles
Hornbeam Park Train Station 7 miles
East Garforth Train Station 7.3 miles
Burley Park Train Station 7.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

East Rigton 0 yards East Keswick 0.6 miles Bracken Park 1.4 miles Scarcroft 1.4 miles Collingham 1.8 miles Compton 2 miles Wike 2 miles Thorner 2 miles Linton 2.2 miles Sandhills 2.6 miles Netherby 2.6 miles Harewood 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Harrogate
County North Yorkshire
Ward Washburn
Constituency Skipton and Ripon
Parish North Rigton
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Bardsey

Of the 18,925 households in and around Bardsey, 73% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 73% Social rented 12% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bardsey.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bardsey

What is the population of Bardsey?
Bardsey has a population of approximately 45,372 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bardsey?
The average property in and around Bardsey sold for about £382,733, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 10% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bardsey a deprived area?
Bardsey sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bardsey?
Bardsey is covered by the LS17 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bardsey?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bardsey, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bardsey?
The nearest railway station to Bardsey is Cross Gates Train Station, about 5.6 miles away.

Streets in LS17 30 shown View all streets

A61 2 Albans Close 1 Alderton Bank 3 Alderton Crescent 1 Alderton Mount 1 Alderton Place 1 Alderton Rise 1 Allerton Avenue 2 Allerton Drive 1 Allerton Grange Avenue 1 Allerton Grange Close 1 Allerton Grange Crescent 1 Allerton Grange Drive 1 Allerton Grange Gardens 1 Allerton Grange Rise 3 Allerton Grange Vale 3 Allerton Grange Walk 1 Allerton Grange Way 2 Allerton Grove 2 Almscliffe Drive 1 Almscliffe Garth 1 Alwoodley Chase 1 Alwoodley Court Gardens 2 Alwoodley Gardens 1 Alwoodley Gates 2 Alwoodley Lane 15 Arena Park 4 Arncliffe Grange 2 Ash Hill Drive 4 Ash Hill Gardens 1

Postcodes in LS17 50 shown View all postcodes

LS17 0AA LS17 0AB LS17 0AD LS17 0AE LS17 0AF LS17 0AG LS17 0AH LS17 0AJ LS17 0AL LS17 0AN LS17 0AP LS17 0AQ LS17 0AS LS17 0AT LS17 0AU LS17 0AW LS17 0AX LS17 0AY LS17 0AZ LS17 0BA LS17 0BB LS17 0BD LS17 0BE LS17 0BF LS17 0BG LS17 0BH LS17 0BJ LS17 0BL LS17 0BN LS17 0BP LS17 0BQ LS17 0BR LS17 0BS LS17 0BT LS17 0BU LS17 0BW LS17 0BX LS17 0BY LS17 0BZ LS17 0DA LS17 0DB LS17 0DD LS17 0DE LS17 0DF LS17 0DG LS17 0DH LS17 0DJ LS17 0DL LS17 0DN LS17 0DP