About Bradford

Bradford is a small settlement located in the county of Cornwall, within the ceremonial county of England. It lies within the PL30 postcode area, situated in a rural part of the region. The area is characterised by its open countryside and agricultural land, with a modest population and a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. The village is not far from larger towns such as Bodmin and is accessible via local roads connecting to the A39. While it does not have significant tourist attractions, it offers a sense of traditional Cornish life and is part of a wider network of small communities in the area. The landscape is typical of the Cornish countryside, with rolling fields and scattered farmsteads.

School Ratings in Bradford

Bradford is served by 6 schools. Red Moor School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bradford

Property prices average £168K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £109K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bradford

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Bradford, with 343 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bradford

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bradford 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 Bradford

Most properties in Bradford can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 40,901 sales

Average Price £168K
£200 £27.12M
Detached £282K 5,060
Semi £153K 14,407
Terraced £109K 15,887
Flat £78K 3,239

Deprivation and Employment in Bradford IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bradford 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
4/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
4,907 Children (0-15) 16%
17,687 Working Age 58%
10,770 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12% 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 Bradford 4,660 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Bradford 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.

2,018 Violence & Sexual Offences
343 Criminal Damage & Arson
308 Vehicle Crime
303 Public Order
294 Other Theft
286 Anti-Social Behaviour
281 Burglary
279 Drugs
219 Shoplifting
176 Other Crime
56 Robbery
49 Weapons
29 Theft from Person
19 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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 1 stations

Lostwithiel Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Local Government

District Bradford
Ward Idle and Thackley
Constituency Bradford East
Parish Bradford, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber