Keighley on the map

Keighley built-up area

Built-up area11.1 km² (4.3 sq mi)

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

95,032
Population
37,530
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£46,629
Avg. household income
3,169
Businesses
459
People per km²
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About Keighley

Keighley is a town located in West Yorkshire, England, within the BD21 postcode area. It lies approximately 11 miles northwest of Leeds and is well-connected by road and rail, making it accessible for visitors. The town has a mix of residential and commercial areas, with various shops, restaurants, and local services available. Keighley is also known for its historical significance, particularly in the textile industry, which played a crucial role in its development during the 19th century.

One notable attraction in Keighley is the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, a heritage railway that offers scenic rides through the surrounding countryside. The town is also close to the Brontë Parsonage Museum in Haworth, which celebrates the lives and works of the Brontë sisters. Additionally, Keighley has several parks and recreational areas, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation.

School Ratings in Keighley

Families in Keighley have access to 67 local schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Keighley

Homes sell for an average of £207K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £145K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Keighley

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Keighley, with 65 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Keighley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Keighley within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Healthcare in Keighley

There are 9 GP surgeries within three miles of Keighley, the nearest being Ling House Medical Centre (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Keighley

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Property Prices 14,025 sales

Average Price £207K
£100 , £12.8M
Detached £333K 2,369
Semi £197K 4,092
Terraced £145K 6,266
Flat £143K 589

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

42 Primary
9 Secondary
16 Other
Good 9
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BD21 postcode area.

Eastwood Community School Primary Good 0.2 miles St Anne's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Parkwood Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Highfield Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles Strong Close Nursery School & Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles Strong Close Nursery School Nursery 0.6 miles Victoria Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Long Lee Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Keighley St Andrew's CofE Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.7 miles The Holy Family Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Secondary 0.7 miles Riddlesden St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Carlton Keighley Secondary Good 0.8 miles

Household Income in Keighley ONS 2023

The average total household income in Keighley is approximately £46,629 a year before tax, 16% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,344. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Keighley £46,629
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £36,344.

Businesses in Keighley ONS 2025

There are approximately 3,169 active businesses based in Keighley, 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 57 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

3,169 Total businesses
33 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Keighley IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Keighley experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 19%
19,055 Children (0-15) 20%
57,904 Working Age 61%
18,093 Older (65+) 19%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 53.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 28.4% 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 Keighley 631 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Keighley 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 281
Anti-Social Behaviour 65
Public Order 56
Criminal Damage & Arson 55
Shoplifting 45
Other Theft 32
Vehicle Crime 22
Burglary 21
Drugs 21
Other Crime 19
Robbery 6
Theft from Person 4
Weapons 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

Keighley Train Station 0.1 miles
Crossflatts Train Station 2.5 miles
Steeton And Silsden Train Station 2.6 miles
Ilkley Train Station 5 miles
Saltaire Train Station 5.1 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 5.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Thwaites 0.6 miles Woodhouse 0.6 miles Riddlesden 0.9 miles Stockbridge 0.9 miles Thwaites Brow 0.9 miles Long Lee 0.9 miles Utley 0.9 miles Beechcliffe 0.9 miles Knowle Park 0.9 miles Black Hill 1.2 miles Braithwaite 1.2 miles Guard House 1.2 miles

Local Government

District Bradford
Ward Keighley Central
Constituency Keighley
Parish Keighley
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Keighley

Of the 39,517 households in and around Keighley, 69% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 20% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 69% Social rented 10% Private rented 20%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Keighley

What is the population of Keighley?
Keighley has a population of approximately 95,032 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Keighley?
The average property in and around Keighley sold for about £207,009, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 41% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Keighley a deprived area?
Keighley sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Keighley?
Keighley is covered by the BD20, BD21, BD22 postcode districts.
How many schools are there in Keighley?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Keighley, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Keighley?
The nearest railway station to Keighley is Keighley Train Station, about 0.1 miles away.

Streets in Keighley 30 shown View all streets

A6034 3 Acer Close 1 Acre Lane 3 Acre Meadow 1 Acre Mews 1 Acre Road 1 Acres House 1 Acres Street 1 Acton Court 1 Addison Drive 1 Admiral Way 1 Agnes Street 1 Aire Crescent 1 Aire Street 5 Aire Valley Bypass 3 Aire Valley Close 2 Aire Valley Drive 1 Aire Valley Road 5 Aire View 5 Aire View Drive 1 Airedale Ings 1 Airedale Mews 2 Airedale Mount 1 Airedale Road 1 Airedale View 1 Aireside Avenue 1 Aireside Terrace 2 Aireville Close 2 Aireville Crescent 2 Aireville Drive 1

Postcodes in Keighley 50 shown View all postcodes

BD20 0AB BD20 0AE BD20 0AF BD20 0AG BD20 0AH BD20 0AJ BD20 0AL BD20 0AN BD20 0AP BD20 0AQ BD20 0AR BD20 0AS BD20 0AT BD20 0AU BD20 0AW BD20 0AX BD20 0AY BD20 0AZ BD20 0BA BD20 0BB BD20 0BD BD20 0BE BD20 0BG BD20 0BH BD20 0BL BD20 0BN BD20 0BP BD20 0BQ BD20 0BS BD20 0BT BD20 0BU BD20 0BW BD20 0BX BD20 0BY BD20 0BZ BD20 0DA BD20 0DB BD20 0DD BD20 0DE BD20 0DF BD20 0DG BD20 0DH BD20 0DJ BD20 0DL BD20 0DP BD20 0DQ BD20 0DR BD20 0DS BD20 0DT BD20 0DU