Living in BD22: Liveability Score 51/100

North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber

Last updated 25 June 2026

51
OUT OF 100
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Postcodes scored in this district

Every active postcode in BD22, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.

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Each postcode is coloured by its own overall score on the default weighting. Scores are filled in as postcodes get searched on the site, so a blue dot just means that postcode hasn't been scored yet.

Score breakdown

Safety & Environment

Safety
41

Crime is above the national average. 4,219 offences recorded across 26 local areas in the past year.

Environment
60

Broadly acceptable environment.

Services

Schools
55

1 Outstanding, 21 Good out of 22 rated schools.

Healthcare
34

Healthcare quality ratings are below the national average. 1 GP surgery serve the area.

Broadband
72

93% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

Economy & Bills

Economic Health
40

IMD deprivation decile 4/10, around the national average.

Bills
40

Band D council tax £2,544/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are above average.

Transport

Transport
71

Good transport links with regular public transport options.

Lifestyle

Lifestyle
40

Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 156 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.

BD22 covers 1,069 active postcodes in North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.

Frequently asked questions

Is BD22 a safe area to live?

BD22 scores 41/100 for safety. Crime is above the national average. 4,219 offences recorded across 26 local areas in the past year.

What are the schools like in BD22?

Schools in BD22 score 55/100. 1 Outstanding, 21 Good out of 22 rated schools.

How good is the broadband in BD22?

Broadband in BD22 scores 72/100. 93% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

How does BD22 compare to nearby areas?

Nearby districts include BD21, BD20, BD16. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.

What is the overall liveability score for BD22?

BD22 scores 51/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.

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