About Moorside

Moorside is a residential area located in West Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area BD11. It is situated near the town of Bingley and is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Yorkshire countryside. The area features a mix of housing, including traditional stone properties and more modern developments, catering to a variety of residents. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing essential services for the community. The nearby transport links make it convenient for commuting to larger towns and cities in the region. Moorside is a place where one can enjoy the benefits of suburban living while being close to the scenic landscapes that West Yorkshire has to offer.

School Ratings in Moorside

Moorside is served by 259 schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Moorside

Property prices average £236K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £214K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Moorside

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Moorside, with 30 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Moorside

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Moorside falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Moorside

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Moorside, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,114 sales

Average Price £236K
£1K — £3.94M
Detached £366K 509
Semi £214K 825
Terraced £151K 581
Flat £121K 125

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

155 Primary
27 Secondary
77 Other
Drighlington Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.2 miles Birstall & Birkenshaw Children's Centre Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Fieldhead Primary Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Birchfield Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy Primary Good 1.1 miles Birkenshaw Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior, Infant and Early Years School Primary Good 1.2 miles Gildersome Children's Centre 1.3 miles Gildersome Primary School Primary 1.3 miles BBG Academy Secondary Good 1.4 miles Birstall Primary Academy Primary Good 1.5 miles Batley Girls' High School Secondary 1.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Moorside IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Moorside in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,195 Children (0-15) 19%
13,528 Working Age 60%
6,101 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.3% 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 Moorside 248 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Moorside is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

76 Violence & Sexual Offences
30 Criminal Damage & Arson
22 Anti-Social Behaviour
18 Other Theft
18 Vehicle Crime
17 Shoplifting
16 Burglary
15 Drugs
14 Other Crime
13 Public Order
6 Robbery
2 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
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

Morley Train Station 2.5 miles
Cottingley Train Station 3.2 miles
Batley Train Station 3.2 miles
Bramley (West Yorkshire) Train Station 3.6 miles
New Pudsey Train Station 3.7 miles
Low Moor Train Station 3.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Drighlington 0 yards Adwalton 0.6 miles Cockersdale 0.9 miles Oakwell 0.9 miles Birkenshaw Bottoms 0.9 miles Birkenshaw 1.2 miles Gildersome Street 1.2 miles Tong 1.2 miles Birstall 1.2 miles Gildersome 1.4 miles Moor Head 1.4 miles Westgate Hill 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Leeds
Ward Morley North
Constituency Morley and Outwood
Parish Drighlington
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in BD11 30 shown View all streets

A650 1 Adwalton Close 1 Adwalton Green 1 Albert Crescent 1 Albert Way 1 Allen Croft 2 Ash Grove 1 Back Lane 1 Bank View 1 Battlefield View 1 Beech Walk 1 Beechwood Avenue 2 Beechwood Grove 1 Birch Court 1 Birkenshaw Lane 5 Birkhill Crescent 1 Birksland Moor 2 Birstall Lane 1 Bottoms Lane 3 Bowling Green View 1 Bradford Road 15 Brookfoot Avenue 2 Brown Hill Drive 1 Brownhill Close 1 Buttercup Way 1 Cavendish Approach 1 Cavendish Court 3 Crocus Drive 1 Croft Street 1 Cromwell Court 1

Postcodes in BD11 50 shown View all postcodes

BD11 1AA BD11 1AB BD11 1AD BD11 1AE BD11 1AG BD11 1AH BD11 1AJ BD11 1AL BD11 1AN BD11 1AP BD11 1AQ BD11 1AR BD11 1AS BD11 1AT BD11 1AU BD11 1AW BD11 1AX BD11 1AY BD11 1AZ BD11 1BB BD11 1BD BD11 1BE BD11 1BG BD11 1BH BD11 1BJ BD11 1BL BD11 1BN BD11 1BP BD11 1BQ BD11 1BT BD11 1BW BD11 1BX BD11 1BY BD11 1DA BD11 1DB BD11 1DD BD11 1DE BD11 1DF BD11 1DG BD11 1DH BD11 1DJ BD11 1DL BD11 1DN BD11 1DP BD11 1DQ BD11 1DR BD11 1DS BD11 1DT BD11 1DU BD11 1DW