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 271 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 £167K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £94K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bowling

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Bowling, with 129 incidents logged in March 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bowling

Most properties in Bowling 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 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

158 Primary
34 Secondary
79 Other
Oastlers School 0.1 miles Bradford Academy All-through 0.1 miles Bradford Forster Academy Secondary 0.4 miles Lower Fields Primary Academy Primary 0.4 miles Park Aspire Alternative Provision Academy 0.5 miles Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan Good 0.5 miles Bronte Girls' Academy Secondary Good 0.6 miles Bowling Park Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Bradford Beacon School 0.7 miles The Fountain School Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Rainbow Primary Leadership Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Holme Wood Children's Centre Good 0.8 miles

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.

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 Bowling 1,367 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

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.

529 Violence & Sexual Offences
129 Criminal Damage & Arson
118 Public Order
93 Anti-Social Behaviour
86 Drugs
84 Other Theft
82 Vehicle Crime
67 Shoplifting
66 Burglary
42 Other Crime
25 Robbery
21 Theft from Person
13 Weapons
12 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
West Yorkshire Bradford East Visit force website →
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

Bradford Interchange Train Station 1 miles
Low Moor Train Station 2.1 miles
New Pudsey Train Station 2.8 miles
Frizinghall Train Station 2.9 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 4 miles
Apperley Bridge Train Station 4.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

West Bowling 0.6 miles Dudley Hill 0.6 miles Bradford 0.9 miles Bierley 0.9 miles Little Horton 1.2 miles Holme 1.2 miles Holme Wood 1.2 miles Tong Street 1.4 miles Tyersal 1.4 miles Laisterdyke 1.4 miles Toftshaw 1.4 miles Odsal 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