About Bierley

Bierley is a residential area located in the city of Bradford, within West Yorkshire, England. It lies just to the north of the city centre and is part of the BD4 postcode area. The area is primarily made up of terraced housing, with a mix of older Victorian and Edwardian properties alongside some more modern developments. Bierley has a range of local amenities including shops, schools, and community facilities, serving the needs of its residents. The area is well connected by public transport, with regular bus services linking it to nearby parts of Bradford. It is also close to the River Aire, offering access to walking paths and green spaces. Bierley has a long history as a working-class community and retains a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Bierley

Families in Bierley have access to 280 local schools. St John's CofE Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bierley

Homes sell for an average of £167K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £94K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bierley

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Bierley, with 109 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bierley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bierley 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 Bierley

Bierley 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 3,495 sales

Average Price £167K
£1K — £14.83M
Detached £216K 388
Semi £124K 1,366
Terraced £94K 1,407
Flat £71K 117

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

165 Primary
34 Secondary
81 Other
St Columba's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary Good 141 yards Knowleswood Primary School Primary 0.3 miles St John's CofE Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.3 miles Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan Good 0.4 miles Holme Wood Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles Bierley Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Newhall Park Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Ryecroft Primary Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles Bradford Forster Academy Secondary 0.7 miles Lower Fields Primary Academy Primary 0.7 miles Bradford Academy All-through 0.8 miles Oastlers School 0.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bierley IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bierley 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
2/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
13,335 Children (0-15) 25%
33,267 Working Age 61%
9,678 Older (60+) 18%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 58.3% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 39.5% 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 Bierley 1,270 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Bierley 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.

532 Violence & Sexual Offences
109 Public Order
102 Criminal Damage & Arson
86 Drugs
79 Vehicle Crime
72 Anti-Social Behaviour
67 Other Theft
61 Burglary
55 Shoplifting
49 Other Crime
18 Weapons
15 Robbery
14 Bicycle Theft
11 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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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

Low Moor Train Station 1.9 miles
Bradford Interchange Train Station 1.9 miles
New Pudsey Train Station 2.9 miles
Frizinghall Train Station 3.8 miles
Bramley (West Yorkshire) Train Station 4 miles
Apperley Bridge Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Tong Street 0.6 miles Dudley Hill 0.6 miles Toftshaw 0.6 miles Holme 0.9 miles Holme Wood 0.9 miles Bowling 0.9 miles East Bierley 0.9 miles West Bowling 1.4 miles Westgate Hill 1.4 miles Tyersal 1.4 miles Bradford 1.8 miles Birkenshaw 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Bradford
Ward Tong
Constituency Bradford South
Parish Bradford, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in BD4 30 shown View all streets

A650 1 Addi Street 1 Alban Street 1 Alexandra Close 2 Alma Street 3 Alred Court 1 Andover Green 1 Anerley Street 1 Anlaby Street 1 Ardsley Close 1 Argent Way 1 Arlesford Road 5 Armadale Avenue 1 Armstrong Street 1 Ash Hill Walk 1 Ashby Street 1 Ashfield 2 Ashmore Gardens 1 Ashwood Street 1 Avenue Street 1 Back Dawson Mount 1 Back Dawson Street 1 Back Irwell Street 2 Back Muff Street 1 Back Tamworth Street 1 Bailey Street 1 Balfour Street 1 Bankholme Court 1 Barnard Road 3 Barnard Terrace 1

Postcodes in BD4 50 shown View all postcodes

BD4 0AA BD4 0AB BD4 0AD BD4 0AE BD4 0AF BD4 0AG BD4 0AH BD4 0AP BD4 0AQ BD4 0AT BD4 0AX BD4 0AY BD4 0AZ BD4 0BA BD4 0BB BD4 0BD BD4 0BG BD4 0BH BD4 0BJ BD4 0BL BD4 0BN BD4 0BQ BD4 0BS BD4 0BT BD4 0BU BD4 0BW BD4 0BX BD4 0BY BD4 0BZ BD4 0DA BD4 0DB BD4 0DD BD4 0DE BD4 0DF BD4 0DJ BD4 0DL BD4 0DN BD4 0DP BD4 0DR BD4 0DS BD4 0DW BD4 0DX BD4 0DY BD4 0DZ BD4 0EA BD4 0EB BD4 0ED BD4 0EF BD4 0EG BD4 0EH