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Location in CornwallBradford sits where the marker shows within the county.
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 7 schools. Red Moor School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bradford
Property prices average £170K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £114K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bradford
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bradford, with 533 incidents logged in May 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.
Local Data for Bradford
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Property Prices 42,534 sales
Schools & Education 7 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PL30 postcode area.
Household Income in Bradford ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bradford is approximately £44,104 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,268. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,268.
Businesses in Bradford ONS 2025
There are approximately 11,089 active businesses based in Bradford, around 29 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 196 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
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.
Crime in Bradford 5,412 crimes · May 2026
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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 1 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bradford
Of the 137,395 households in and around Bradford, 58% are owned, 17% are socially rented and 25% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bradford.