About Ryecroft

Ryecroft is a residential area located in West Yorkshire, England, within the BD16 postcode area. It is primarily made up of family homes and offers a sense of community for its residents. The area is well-connected, with local amenities nearby, including shops and schools, making it a practical choice for families and individuals alike. Surrounding Ryecroft, you will find various green spaces and parks, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. The area is also close to transport links, allowing easy access to nearby towns and cities. This accessibility makes Ryecroft a convenient location for those commuting or exploring the wider region of West Yorkshire.

School Ratings in Ryecroft

There are 98 schools in and around Ryecroft. Hazelbeck Special School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ryecroft

The average property price is £242K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £176K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ryecroft

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Ryecroft, with 19 recorded incidents in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ryecroft

Ryecroft 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ryecroft

Broadband speeds in Ryecroft are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. 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

58 Primary
13 Secondary
27 Other
Harden Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Parkside School Secondary 1.1 miles Long Lee Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Cullingworth Village Primary School Primary 1.3 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Worth Valley Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Ingrow Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Parkwood Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Wilsden Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Beckfoot Oakbank Secondary 1.7 miles Holycroft Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Low Fold Children and Family Centre Requires Improvement 1.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ryecroft IMD 2025

Ryecroft 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
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 Ryecroft 218 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Ryecroft sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

89 Violence & Sexual Offences
19 Criminal Damage & Arson
18 Public Order
16 Shoplifting
16 Vehicle Crime
15 Other Theft
14 Anti-Social Behaviour
11 Burglary
7 Drugs
6 Other Crime
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Weapons
2 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
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

Keighley Train Station 1.8 miles
Crossflatts Train Station 2 miles
Saltaire Train Station 4 miles
Steeton And Silsden Train Station 4.5 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 4.7 miles
Frizinghall Train Station 5.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Harden 0.6 miles Moor Edge 0.6 miles Cradle Edge 0.6 miles Hainworth 0.6 miles Hainworth Shaw 0.9 miles Whins Wood 1.2 miles Thwaites Brow 1.2 miles Long Lee 1.2 miles Cross Gates 1.4 miles Hermit Hole 1.4 miles Ingrow 1.4 miles Cullingworth 1.4 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