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Bingley built-up area

Built-up area6.0 km² (2.3 sq mi)

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

26,209
Population
11,391
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£54,527
Avg. household income
855
Businesses
882
People per km²
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About Bingley

Bingley is a town in West Yorkshire, England, located within the BD16 postcode area. It lies along the River Aire, with the historic Bingley Five Rise Locks nearby, a notable example of early 19th-century engineering. The town has a strong industrial heritage, particularly in textile manufacturing, which shaped its development during the Industrial Revolution. Bingley is well connected by road and rail, with Bingley railway station providing regular services to nearby cities. The town centre features a mix of traditional and modern buildings, including shops, cafes, and public spaces. It is also known for its annual Bingley Festival, which celebrates local culture and community spirit. The surrounding area offers walking routes along the river and through the nearby countryside, making it a pleasant place for both residents and visitors.

School Ratings in Bingley

There are 162 schools in and around Bingley. Hazelbeck Special School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bingley

The average property price is £239K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £180K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bingley

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bingley, with 47 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bingley

Bingley sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Bingley

There are 16 GP surgeries within three miles of Bingley, the nearest being Bingley Medical Practice (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Bingley

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Property Prices 3,998 sales

Average Price £239K
£1K , £12M
Detached £400K 754
Semi £229K 1,191
Terraced £180K 1,278
Flat £125K 633

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

91 Primary
23 Secondary
48 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 6
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BD16 postcode area.

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary 0.2 miles Beckfoot Priestthorpe Primary School & Nursery Primary Good 0.3 miles Eldwick Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Trinity All Saints CofE VA Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Trinity 5 Rise Children's Centre 0.4 miles Bingley Rural Children's Centre 0.5 miles Lady Lane Park School & Nursery Not applicable 0.6 miles Myrtle Park Primary Primary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Beckfoot School Secondary 0.7 miles Hazelbeck Special School Not applicable Outstanding 0.7 miles Bingley Grammar School Secondary Good 0.8 miles Crossflatts Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles

Household Income in Bingley ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bingley is approximately £54,527 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,604. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bingley £54,527
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £39,604.

Businesses in Bingley ONS 2025

There are approximately 855 active businesses based in Bingley, around 33 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

855 Total businesses
33 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Bingley IMD 2025

Bingley sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 24%
4,520 Children (0-15) 17%
15,501 Working Age 59%
6,188 Older (65+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.9% 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 Bingley 377 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Bingley sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 158
Anti-Social Behaviour 47
Public Order 32
Criminal Damage & Arson 26
Shoplifting 23
Drugs 22
Other Theft 19
Vehicle Crime 18
Burglary 12
Other Crime 11
Bicycle Theft 3
Robbery 3
Theft from Person 2
Weapons 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

Crossflatts Train Station 0.9 miles
Saltaire Train Station 1.8 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 2.5 miles
Baildon Train Station 2.8 miles
Keighley Train Station 3.3 miles
Frizinghall Train Station 3.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Priestthorpe 0 yards Crow Nest 0 yards Eldwick 0.9 miles Beck Foot 0.9 miles Crossflatts 0.9 miles Cross Gates 1.2 miles Cottingley 1.2 miles Nab Wood 1.4 miles Micklethwaite 1.4 miles Peas Acre 1.4 miles Moorhead 1.8 miles Saltaire 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Bradford
Ward Bingley
Constituency Shipley
Parish Bingley
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Bingley

Of the 11,817 households in and around Bingley, 73% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 73% Social rented 9% Private rented 17%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bingley

What is the population of Bingley?
Bingley has a population of approximately 26,209 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bingley?
The average property in and around Bingley sold for about £239,452, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 31% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bingley a deprived area?
Bingley sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bingley?
Bingley is covered by the BD16, BD97 postcode districts.
How many schools are there in Bingley?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bingley, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bingley?
The nearest railway station to Bingley is Crossflatts Train Station, about 0.9 miles away.

Streets in Bingley 30 shown View all streets

A650 1 Agincourt Drive 2 Aire Street 3 Aire View Avenue 1 Airebank 1 Airedale Avenue 3 Airedale Mills 1 Altar Lane 1 Amy Street 2 Anthony Lane 1 Appleton Close 1 Argyll Court 1 Arnhem Close 1 Arthur Street 1 Ash Grove 2 Ash Terrace 2 Ashfield Court 1 Ashfield Crescent 1 Ashley Road 1 Back Mitchell Terrace 2 Back Oak Avenue 1 Back of the Mill 2 Back Unity Street North 2 Back Unity Street South 2 Bailey Hills Road 2 Balfour Street 1 Barden Drive 1 Barran Street 1 Beacon Close 1 Beamsley Grove 1

Postcodes in Bingley 50 shown View all postcodes

BD16 1AB BD16 1AD BD16 1AE BD16 1AF BD16 1AG BD16 1AH BD16 1AJ BD16 1AL BD16 1AP BD16 1AQ BD16 1AR BD16 1AS BD16 1AT BD16 1AU BD16 1AX BD16 1AZ BD16 1BA BD16 1BB BD16 1BD BD16 1BE BD16 1BG BD16 1BH BD16 1BJ BD16 1BL BD16 1BN BD16 1BP BD16 1BQ BD16 1BS BD16 1BT BD16 1BU BD16 1BW BD16 1BX BD16 1BY BD16 1BZ BD16 1DA BD16 1DB BD16 1DE BD16 1DF BD16 1DG BD16 1DH BD16 1DJ BD16 1DL BD16 1DP BD16 1DQ BD16 1DR BD16 1DS BD16 1DT BD16 1DU BD16 1DX BD16 1DY