About Bogthorn

Bogthorn is a small settlement located in the county of West Yorkshire, within the historic region of England. It falls within the BD22 postcode area and is situated near the town of Keighley. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with a mix of residential properties and open countryside. The village is part of the wider Calderdale district and lies close to the Pennine hills, offering views of the surrounding landscape. While not a large community, Bogthorn has a quiet, settled atmosphere and is accessible by road from nearby towns. The local area includes a few local amenities and is served by public transport links that connect it to Keighley and other nearby centres.

School Ratings in Bogthorn

There are 64 schools in and around Bogthorn. Merlin Top Primary Academy and Beckfoot Phoenix are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bogthorn

The average property price is £186K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £143K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bogthorn

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bogthorn, with 23 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bogthorn

Bogthorn 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bogthorn

Broadband speeds in Bogthorn are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,578 sales

Average Price £186K
£100 — £9.76M
Detached £293K 676
Semi £173K 1,413
Terraced £143K 2,139
Flat £126K 143

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

42 Primary
8 Secondary
14 Other
Beckfoot Oakbank Secondary 0.3 miles Worth Valley Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Low Fold Children and Family Centre Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Beckfoot Nessfield Primary 0.6 miles Ingrow Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Oakworth Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Holycroft Primary School Primary 1 miles Our Lady of Victories Catholic School Primary Good 1.1 miles Rainbow Children's Centre Good 1.1 miles Keighley St Andrew's CofE Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.1 miles Lees Primary School Primary 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bogthorn IMD 2025

Bogthorn 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
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
3/10
9,032 Children (0-15) 20%
28,148 Working Age 62%
11,071 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 44.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22% 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 Bogthorn 242 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Bogthorn 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.

119 Violence & Sexual Offences
23 Anti-Social Behaviour
20 Burglary
20 Public Order
16 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Vehicle Crime
11 Shoplifting
7 Other Crime
6 Other Theft
5 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Keighley Train Station 1.7 miles
Steeton And Silsden Train Station 3.3 miles
Crossflatts Train Station 3.6 miles
Saltaire Train Station 5.9 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 6.6 miles
Cononley Train Station 6.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bracken Bank 0 yards Damems 0 yards Hermit Hole 0.6 miles Ingrow 0.6 miles Cackleshaw 0.6 miles Harewood Hill 0.6 miles Fell Lane 0.6 miles Exley Head 0.6 miles Whins Wood 0.9 miles Oakworth 0.9 miles Mytholmes 0.9 miles Dockroyd 0.9 miles

Local Government

District Craven
County North Yorkshire
Ward Cowling
Constituency Skipton and Ripon
Parish Cowling
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in BD22 30 shown View all streets

Acre Lane 3 Acre Meadow 1 Acre Mews 1 Acre Road 1 Addison Drive 1 Aire Street 2 Albert Street 1 Albion Street 2 All Wood Street 1 Alma Street 2 Ann Street 1 Annie Street 1 Apple Street 2 Apsley Street 2 Arctic Street 1 Arncliffe Road 1 Arnclifffe Avenue 1 Ash Street 2 Ashfield Terrace 1 Ashlar Close 1 Ashmount Mews 2 Back Lane 1 Back Leeming 2 Back Malt Street 1 Back River Street 1 Back Rydal Street 1 Back Wheat Street 1 Baden Street 2 Bamlett Brow 2 Bankfield Mount 1

Postcodes in BD22 50 shown View all postcodes

BD22 0AA BD22 0AB BD22 0AD BD22 0AE BD22 0AF BD22 0AG BD22 0AH BD22 0AJ BD22 0AL BD22 0AN BD22 0AP BD22 0AQ BD22 0AR BD22 0AS BD22 0AT BD22 0AU BD22 0AW BD22 0AX BD22 0AY BD22 0AZ BD22 0BA BD22 0BB BD22 0BD BD22 0BE BD22 0BG BD22 0BH BD22 0BJ BD22 0BL BD22 0BN BD22 0BP BD22 0BQ BD22 0BR BD22 0BS BD22 0BW BD22 0BX BD22 0BY BD22 0BZ BD22 0DA BD22 0DB BD22 0DD BD22 0DE BD22 0DF BD22 0DG BD22 0DH BD22 0DJ BD22 0DL BD22 0DN BD22 0DQ BD22 0DR BD22 0DS