About Thwaites Brow

Thwaites Brow is a residential area located in West Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area BD21. It is situated on the outskirts of the town of Keighley, providing easy access to local amenities and services. The area features a mix of housing, including traditional stone-built properties, which reflect the architectural style of the region. The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with nearby parks and green spaces available for residents and visitors to enjoy. Thwaites Brow is well-connected by public transport, making it convenient for those commuting to nearby towns and cities. The local community is served by various shops, schools, and healthcare facilities, ensuring that daily needs are easily met.

School Ratings in Thwaites Brow

Families in Thwaites Brow have access to 81 local schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Thwaites Brow

Homes sell for an average of £135K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £91K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Thwaites Brow

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Thwaites Brow, with 57 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Thwaites Brow

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Thwaites Brow 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Thwaites Brow

Thwaites Brow 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 2,704 sales

Average Price £135K
£200 — £4.08M
Detached £220K 171
Semi £136K 611
Terraced £91K 1,605
Flat £66K 65

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

48 Primary
11 Secondary
22 Other
Long Lee Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Parkwood Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Strong Close Nursery School & Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Strong Close Nursery School Nursery 0.7 miles Eastwood Community School Primary Good 1 miles St Anne's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Riddlesden St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary 1.2 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Holycroft Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Highfield Children's Centre Good 1.3 miles Keighley St Andrew's CofE Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.3 miles Ingrow Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Thwaites Brow IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Thwaites Brow 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
11,209 Children (0-15) 22%
31,299 Working Age 61%
11,135 Older (60+) 22%
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 Thwaites Brow 561 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Thwaites Brow are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

246 Violence & Sexual Offences
57 Shoplifting
45 Anti-Social Behaviour
35 Public Order
33 Drugs
32 Burglary
28 Criminal Damage & Arson
28 Other Theft
21 Vehicle Crime
15 Other Crime
6 Robbery
6 Theft from Person
5 Weapons
4 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
West Yorkshire Keighley Visit force website →
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 0.8 miles
Crossflatts Train Station 1.7 miles
Steeton And Silsden Train Station 3.5 miles
Saltaire Train Station 4.3 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 5 miles
Ilkley Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Long Lee 0 yards Woodhouse 0.6 miles Thwaites 0.6 miles Keighley 0.9 miles Hainworth Shaw 0.9 miles Knowle Park 1.2 miles Riddlesden 1.2 miles Stockbridge 1.2 miles Ryecroft 1.2 miles Hermit Hole 1.4 miles Ingrow 1.4 miles Cross Gates 1.4 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in BD21 30 shown View all streets

Acres House 1 Acres Street 1 Admiral Way 1 Aire Street 1 Aire Valley Road 5 Airedale Road 1 Aireworth Close 1 Aireworth Grove 1 Aireworth Road 2 Aireworth Street 5 Airey Street 2 Albert Street 1 Albert Yard 2 Alder Avenue 2 Alice Street 4 Alkincote Street 2 All Saints Court 1 Alma Street 1 Alma Terrace 2 Alpha Street 1 Ann Street 1 Apsley Street 1 Arcadia Street 2 Argyle Street 3 Arncliffe Grove 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Mount 1 Ash Tree Close 1 Ashbourne Road 3 Aspen Close 1

Postcodes in BD21 50 shown View all postcodes

BD21 1AA BD21 1AD BD21 1AE BD21 1AF BD21 1AG BD21 1AH BD21 1AJ BD21 1AN BD21 1AP BD21 1AQ BD21 1AR BD21 1AS BD21 1AT BD21 1AU BD21 1AW BD21 1AX BD21 1AY BD21 1AZ BD21 1BB BD21 1BD BD21 1BG BD21 1BH BD21 1BJ BD21 1BL BD21 1BN BD21 1BP BD21 1BQ BD21 1BS BD21 1BT BD21 1BU BD21 1BW BD21 1BX BD21 1BY BD21 1BZ BD21 1DA BD21 1DB BD21 1DD BD21 1DF BD21 1DG BD21 1DJ BD21 1DL BD21 1DN BD21 1DP BD21 1DQ BD21 1DR BD21 1DS BD21 1DT BD21 1DZ BD21 1EA BD21 1ED