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About Bowling
Bowling is a district within the town of Bradford in West Yorkshire, England, located in the BD4 postcode area. It lies to the north of the city centre, situated along the River Aire, and has a long history tied to the textile industry during the Industrial Revolution. The area features a mix of residential properties and local amenities, including shops, pubs, and community facilities. Bowling is well connected by road and rail, with Bowling railway station providing regular services to nearby towns and cities. The area has undergone regeneration in recent years, with improvements to public spaces and housing. It remains a residential community with a strong sense of local identity.
School Ratings in Bowling
Bowling is served by 272 schools. St John's CofE Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bowling
Property prices average £164K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £96K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bowling
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bowling, with 124 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bowling
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bowling is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.
Healthcare in Bowling
There are 66 GP surgeries within three miles of Bowling, the nearest being Bowling Hall Med Practice (0.5 miles away).
Local Data for Bowling
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Property Prices 3,693 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the BD4 postcode area.
Household Income in Bowling ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bowling is approximately £41,350 a year before tax, 25% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,342. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £31,342.
Businesses in Bowling ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,229 active businesses based in Bowling, around 36 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 83% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 36 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bowling IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Bowling as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.
Crime in Bowling 1,434 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Bowling 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 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bowling
Of the 13,663 households in and around Bowling, 48% are owned, 27% are socially rented and 24% 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 Bowling.