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31,686
Population
9,700
Households
2 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£40,082
Avg. household income
1,059
Businesses
6,021
People per km²
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About Bolton Woods

Bolton Woods is a residential area located in the BD8 postcode district of West Yorkshire, England. It lies to the north of the town of Bingley and is part of the larger civil parish of Bingley. The area is characterised by a mix of housing types, including semi-detached and detached homes, many of which are set within tree-lined streets. The name reflects its proximity to wooded areas, offering residents a sense of green space within a suburban setting. The local environment is quiet and well-maintained, with access to nearby amenities in Bingley, including shops, schools, and public transport links. The area is popular with families and commuters due to its convenient location and peaceful atmosphere.

School Ratings in Bolton Woods

Families in Bolton Woods have access to 259 local schools. St Edmunds Nursery School & Children's Centre, Abbey Green Nursery School and Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bolton Woods

Homes sell for an average of £134K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £92K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bolton Woods

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Bolton Woods, with 192 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bolton Woods

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bolton Woods 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.

Healthcare in Bolton Woods

There are 89 GP surgeries within three miles of Bolton Woods, the nearest being Frizinghall Medical Centre (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Bolton Woods

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Property Prices 1,747 sales

Average Price £134K
£850 , £2.65M
Detached £260K 95
Semi £136K 497
Terraced £92K 800
Flat £56K 156

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

149 Primary
34 Secondary
76 Other
Outstanding 5
Good 12
Requires improvement 4

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BD8 postcode area.

Oasis Academy Lister Park Secondary Good 125 yards Bradford Grammar School Not applicable 0.2 miles Bradford Christian School Not applicable Good 0.4 miles Frizinghall Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Poplars Farm Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Westbourne Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Islamic Tarbiyyah Preparatory School Not applicable Good 0.7 miles Frizinghall and Heaton Village Children's Centre Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Midland Road Nursery School and Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Midland Road Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.7 miles Al Mumin Primary and Secondary School Not applicable Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Valley Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles

Household Income in Bolton Woods ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bolton Woods is approximately £40,082 a year before tax, 28% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,904. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bolton Woods £40,082
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £31,904.

Businesses in Bolton Woods ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,059 active businesses based in Bolton Woods, around 33 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 20 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,059 Total businesses
33 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Bolton Woods IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bolton Woods 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
2/10
Income
2/10
Employment
2/10
Education
2/10
Health
2/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
2/10
Children 0-15 28%
Working age 63%
Older 65+ 9%
8,864 Children (0-15) 28%
19,811 Working Age 63%
2,997 Older (65+) 9%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 62.1% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 48.3% 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 Bolton Woods 2,132 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Bolton Woods 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 876
Public Order 192
Anti-Social Behaviour 168
Drugs 161
Criminal Damage & Arson 138
Other Theft 136
Vehicle Crime 134
Shoplifting 110
Other Crime 59
Burglary 58
Robbery 49
Weapons 24
Theft from Person 17
Bicycle Theft 10
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Frizinghall Train Station 0.2 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 1.2 miles
Saltaire Train Station 1.8 miles
Bradford Interchange Train Station 1.8 miles
Baildon Train Station 2.4 miles
Apperley Bridge Train Station 2.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Frizinghall 0.6 miles Bolton 0.6 miles Manningham 0.6 miles Owlet 0.6 miles Girlington 0.9 miles Swain House 0.9 miles Heaton 1.2 miles Windhill 1.2 miles Daisy Hill 1.4 miles Undercliffe 1.4 miles Heaton Royds 1.4 miles Heaton Shay 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Bradford
Ward Toller
Constituency Bradford West
Parish Bradford, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Bolton Woods

Of the 9,416 households in and around Bolton Woods, 50% are owned, 21% are socially rented and 29% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 50% Social rented 21% Private rented 29%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bolton Woods.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bolton Woods

What is the population of Bolton Woods?
Bolton Woods has a population of approximately 31,686 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bolton Woods?
The average property in and around Bolton Woods sold for about £134,265, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 62% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bolton Woods a deprived area?
Bolton Woods sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 2 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bolton Woods?
Bolton Woods is covered by the BD8 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bolton Woods?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bolton Woods, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bolton Woods?
The nearest railway station to Bolton Woods is Frizinghall Train Station, about 0.2 miles away.

Streets in BD8 30 shown View all streets

Abbeydale Drive 2 Aberford Road 1 Abingdon Street 1 Agar Street 2 Agar Terrace 2 Alice Street 1 Allerton Road 7 Alvanley Court 1 Ambler Street 3 Anvil Court 1 Apsley Crescent 2 Arden Road 1 Arnold Place 1 Arnold Street 1 Arthington Street 1 Arthur Avenue 2 Ashwell Road 1 Atlas Street 3 Avocet Close 1 Back Blenheim Mount 1 Back Blythe Avenue 2 Back Durham Terrace 1 Back Girlington Road 2 Back Kensington Street 1 Back Lindum Terrace 1 Back Northfield Place 2 Back Southfield Square 2 Back Springfield Place 1 Back Wood Street 1 Barden Street 1

Postcodes in BD8 50 shown View all postcodes

BD8 0AA BD8 0AB BD8 0AD BD8 0AE BD8 0AF BD8 0AG BD8 0AH BD8 0AJ BD8 0AL BD8 0AN BD8 0AP BD8 0AQ BD8 0AS BD8 0AT BD8 0AU BD8 0AW BD8 0AX BD8 0AY BD8 0AZ BD8 0BB BD8 0BD BD8 0BE BD8 0BG BD8 0BH BD8 0BJ BD8 0BL BD8 0BN BD8 0BQ BD8 0BR BD8 0BS BD8 0BT BD8 0BU BD8 0BW BD8 0BX BD8 0BY BD8 0BZ BD8 0DA BD8 0DB BD8 0DD BD8 0DE BD8 0DF BD8 0DG BD8 0DH BD8 0DJ BD8 0DL BD8 0DN BD8 0DP BD8 0DQ BD8 0DR BD8 0DS