About Micklethwaite

Micklethwaite is a small village located in West Yorkshire, England, within the BD16 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Bingley, which offers additional amenities and services. The village features a mix of residential properties and open spaces, providing a quiet environment for its residents. The surrounding area is characterised by rolling hills and farmland, making it suitable for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Local transport links connect Micklethwaite to nearby towns and cities, ensuring easy access to further facilities and attractions. The village is part of a community that values its rural setting while being close to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Micklethwaite

Families in Micklethwaite have access to 109 local schools. Hazelbeck Special School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Micklethwaite

Homes sell for an average of £242K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £176K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Micklethwaite

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Micklethwaite, with 17 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Micklethwaite

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Micklethwaite 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Micklethwaite

Micklethwaite benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,923 sales

Average Price £242K
£1K — £12M
Detached £392K 762
Semi £226K 1,178
Terraced £176K 1,230
Flat £120K 614

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

64 Primary
15 Secondary
30 Other
Crossflatts Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles East Morton CofE Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Lady Lane Park School & Nursery 0.8 miles Bingley Rural Children's Centre 0.9 miles Bingley Grammar School Secondary Good 1 miles Beckfoot Priestthorpe Primary School & Nursery Primary Good 1.4 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary 1.5 miles Eldwick Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Trinity 5 Rise Children's Centre 1.7 miles Trinity All Saints CofE VA Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Myrtle Park Primary Primary Requires Improvement 1.8 miles Strong Close Nursery School & Children's Centre Good 1.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Micklethwaite IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Micklethwaite 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,615 Children (0-15) 18%
25,119 Working Age 60%
12,020 Older (60+) 29%
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 Micklethwaite 184 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Micklethwaite 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.

76 Violence & Sexual Offences
17 Anti-Social Behaviour
14 Vehicle Crime
14 Other Crime
13 Burglary
12 Criminal Damage & Arson
11 Drugs
11 Public Order
10 Other Theft
4 Shoplifting
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
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 0.8 miles
Keighley Train Station 2.4 miles
Saltaire Train Station 3.1 miles
Baildon Train Station 3.7 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 3.7 miles
Ilkley Train Station 3.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Peas Acre 0 yards East Morton 0.6 miles Ousel Hole 0.6 miles Crossflatts 0.6 miles West Morton 0.9 miles Eldwick 1.4 miles Priestthorpe 1.4 miles Crow Nest 1.4 miles Bingley 1.4 miles Cross Gates 1.4 miles Thwaites 1.9 miles Beck Foot 1.9 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in BD16 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 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 Beck Lane 5

Postcodes in BD16 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