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30,852
Population
12,660
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£48,335
Avg. household income
795
Businesses
346
People per km²
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About Cackleshaw

Cackleshaw is a small settlement located in the county of West Yorkshire, within the civil parish of Sproxton. It lies in the rural landscape of northern England, near the border with North Yorkshire. The area is characterised by open countryside and agricultural land, with a mix of farmland and scattered residential properties. The postcode area BD22 serves the region, providing a postal address for local homes and businesses. Cackleshaw is not a large community, and its population remains modest, with a quiet, rural atmosphere. The village is accessible via local roads connecting it to nearby towns such as Sproxton and Sowerby Bridge. While it lacks significant tourist attractions, it offers a peaceful environment for those seeking a quieter way of life. The surrounding area is known for its rolling hills and traditional Yorkshire countryside.

School Ratings in Cackleshaw

Families in Cackleshaw have access to 66 local schools. Merlin Top Primary Academy and Beckfoot Phoenix are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cackleshaw

Homes sell for an average of £191K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £149K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cackleshaw

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Cackleshaw, with 30 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cackleshaw

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cackleshaw around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Cackleshaw

There are 9 GP surgeries within three miles of Cackleshaw, the nearest being Specialist Dyspepsia Clinic (1 miles away).

Local Data for Cackleshaw

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Property Prices 4,676 sales

Average Price £191K
£100 , £9.76M
Detached £304K 676
Semi £180K 1,438
Terraced £149K 2,192
Flat £131K 166

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

43 Primary
8 Secondary
15 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BD22 postcode area.

Worth Valley Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Lees Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Oakworth Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Beckfoot Oakbank Secondary 0.8 miles Ingrow Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Low Fold Children and Family Centre Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Treetops Children's Centre 1.1 miles Haworth Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Beckfoot Nessfield Primary 1.2 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Holycroft Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Our Lady of Victories Catholic School Primary Good 1.7 miles

Household Income in Cackleshaw ONS 2023

The average total household income in Cackleshaw is approximately £48,335 a year before tax, 13% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,667. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Cackleshaw £48,335
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £36,667.

Businesses in Cackleshaw ONS 2025

There are approximately 795 active businesses based in Cackleshaw, around 26 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 2 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

795 Total businesses
26 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 0%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Cackleshaw IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Cackleshaw are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 19%
5,861 Children (0-15) 19%
19,002 Working Age 62%
5,992 Older (65+) 19%
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 Cackleshaw 226 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Cackleshaw 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 102
Criminal Damage & Arson 30
Anti-Social Behaviour 24
Public Order 20
Vehicle Crime 14
Other Theft 8
Burglary 7
Other Crime 7
Drugs 6
Shoplifting 6
Theft from Person 2
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

Keighley Train Station 2.2 miles
Crossflatts Train Station 3.7 miles
Steeton And Silsden Train Station 3.9 miles
Saltaire Train Station 5.8 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 6.5 miles
Frizinghall Train Station 6.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Harewood Hill 0 yards Oakworth 0.6 miles Mytholmes 0.6 miles Dockroyd 0.6 miles Whins Wood 0.6 miles Bracken Bank 0.6 miles Bogthorn 0.6 miles Damems 0.6 miles Barcroft 0.6 miles Cross Roads 0.6 miles Hermit Hole 0.9 miles Ingrow 0.9 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Cackleshaw

Of the 13,556 households in and around Cackleshaw, 70% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 13% Private rented 18%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cackleshaw

What is the population of Cackleshaw?
Cackleshaw has a population of approximately 30,852 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Cackleshaw?
The average property in and around Cackleshaw sold for about £191,480, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 45% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Cackleshaw a deprived area?
Cackleshaw sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Cackleshaw?
Cackleshaw is covered by the BD22 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Cackleshaw?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Cackleshaw, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Cackleshaw?
The nearest railway station to Cackleshaw is Keighley Train Station, about 2.2 miles away.

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