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Keighley West

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Bradford / Keighley West

About

Keighley West is a ward in the Bradford district, located in West Yorkshire. It covers areas such as Braithwaite, Guard House, and parts of Utley. The ward is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes and semi-detached properties. Local amenities include schools, parks, and small retail outlets, catering to everyday needs.

The area is served by public transport links, including bus routes connecting it to central Keighley and Bradford. Green spaces like Braithwaite Recreation Ground provide outdoor leisure opportunities. Keighley West has a strong sense of community, with local events and activities often organised by residents and groups. The ward's proximity to the Aire Valley offers easy access to surrounding towns and countryside.

Area overview

On average Keighley West has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 124 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Keighley West is £32,937 per year. There are 9 schools in Keighley West: 7 primary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
124
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
18.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Keighley West Population
16,981
Population density
2,234.5 per km²

Demographics

British
14,354
84.52%
Pakistani
1,046
6.16%
Other White
369
2.17%
Bangladeshi
283
1.67%
White and Asian (mixed)
191
1.12%
Total population: 16,982

Housing

Owns outright
2,170
29.6%
Owns with a mortgage
2,079
28.36%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,273
17.36%
Other social rented
844
11.51%
Social rents from council
766
10.45%
Total households: 7,331

Property prices in Keighley West

Based on 191 recent sales, the median property price is £159,950 in Keighley West area, with individual transactions ranging from £42,500 up to £547,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached27£257,000
Flats1£85,000
Semi-Detached79£185,000
Terraced84£123,998

10 years price trend in Keighley West

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.