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Haworth built-up area

Built-up area1.4 km² (0.5 sq mi)

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

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 Haworth

Haworth is a village located in West Yorkshire, England, known for its connections to the Brontë sisters, who lived and wrote here in the 19th century. The Brontë Parsonage Museum, situated in the former home of the family, offers insights into their lives and works, making it a significant site for literary enthusiasts. The village features cobbled streets and stone buildings, creating a sense of its historical roots.

Surrounding Haworth are the moors, which provide opportunities for walking and exploring the natural landscape. The village is also home to various shops, cafes, and pubs, catering to both locals and visitors. Regular events and festivals take place throughout the year, adding to the community spirit. With its literary heritage and scenic surroundings, Haworth attracts those interested in both culture and nature.

School Ratings in Haworth

There are 59 schools in and around Haworth. Merlin Top Primary Academy and Beckfoot Phoenix are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Haworth

The average property price is £191K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £149K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Haworth

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Haworth, with 30 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Haworth

Haworth 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 Haworth

There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Haworth, the nearest being Modality Partnership (awc) (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Haworth

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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

39 Primary
7 Secondary
13 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BD22 postcode area.

Treetops Children's Centre 0.3 miles Haworth Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Lees Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Oakworth Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Worth Valley Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Oxenhope CofE Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Stanbury Village School Primary Good 1.6 miles Beckfoot Oakbank Secondary 1.7 miles Oldfield Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Low Fold Children and Family Centre Requires Improvement 1.9 miles Ingrow Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Beckfoot Nessfield Primary 2 miles

Household Income in Haworth ONS 2023

The average total household income in Haworth 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.

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

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

Businesses in Haworth ONS 2025

There are approximately 795 active businesses based in Haworth, 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 Haworth IMD 2025

Haworth 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
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 Haworth 226 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Haworth sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

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 3 miles
Steeton And Silsden Train Station 4.5 miles
Crossflatts Train Station 4.5 miles
Saltaire Train Station 6.4 miles
Hebden Bridge Train Station 7.1 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 7.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Barcroft 0.6 miles Cross Roads 0.6 miles Oakworth 0.6 miles Mytholmes 0.6 miles Dockroyd 0.6 miles Hole 0.6 miles Pickles Hill 0.9 miles Lane End 0.9 miles Cackleshaw 0.9 miles Harewood Hill 0.9 miles Upper Marsh 0.9 miles Scholes 1.2 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Haworth

Of the 13,556 households in and around Haworth, 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 Haworth.

Frequently Asked Questions about Haworth

What is the population of Haworth?
Haworth 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 Haworth?
The average property in and around Haworth 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 Haworth a deprived area?
Haworth 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 Haworth?
Haworth is covered by the BD22 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Haworth?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Haworth, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Haworth?
The nearest railway station to Haworth is Keighley Train Station, about 3 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

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