Bradford on the map

Bradford built-up area

Built-up area63.2 km² (24.4 sq mi)

Location in West YorkshireBradford sits where the marker shows within the county.

379,099
Population
130,230
Households
2 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£44,104
Avg. household income
11,089
Businesses
2,570
People per km²
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About Bradford

Bradford is a town in West Yorkshire, England, located within the BD5 postcode area. It lies in the Pennine foothills, historically known for its textile industry, particularly wool production. The town has a mix of Victorian architecture and modern developments, reflecting its industrial past and ongoing regeneration. Bradford is well connected by road and rail, with a mainline station providing services to major cities across the north of England. The city centre features a range of shops, restaurants, and cultural venues, including the Bradford Industrial Museum and the National Science and Media Museum. It is also home to a diverse population, contributing to a rich cultural scene with numerous festivals and community events throughout the year.

School Ratings in Bradford

There are 257 schools in and around Bradford. Canterbury Nursery School and Centre for Children and Families, Eternal Light, Dixons City Academy and New College Bradford are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bradford

The average property price is £170K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £114K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bradford

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bradford, with 533 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bradford

Bradford falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Healthcare in Bradford

There are 86 GP surgeries within three miles of Bradford, the nearest being Locala Bradford Sexual Health Service (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Bradford

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Property Prices 42,534 sales

Average Price £170K
£100 , £27.12M
Detached £288K 5,291
Semi £160K 15,162
Terraced £114K 16,270
Flat £89K 3,510

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

147 Primary
33 Secondary
77 Other
Outstanding 6
Good 10
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BD5 postcode area.

New College Bradford 16 plus Outstanding 68 yards Rainbow Primary Leadership Academy Primary Good 0.2 miles Bronte Girls' Academy Secondary Good 0.3 miles Dixons McMillan Academy Secondary Good 0.4 miles Dixons Sixth Form, Bradford 16 plus Outstanding 0.4 miles Dixons Trinity Academy Secondary 0.4 miles Dixons Music Primary Primary Outstanding 0.4 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary 0.5 miles University of Bradford Not applicable Good 0.6 miles Dixons City Academy Secondary Outstanding 0.6 miles All Saints CofE Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Bradford College 16 plus Good 0.7 miles

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.

Bradford £44,104
England & Wales avg. £55,302

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.

11,089 Total businesses
29 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Bradford IMD 2025

Bradford falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
2/10
Income
2/10
Employment
2/10
Education
2/10
Health
2/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
2/10
Children 0-15 25%
Working age 63%
Older 65+ 12%
93,186 Children (0-15) 25%
238,335 Working Age 63%
47,540 Older (65+) 13%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 64.6% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 46.8% 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 Bradford 5,412 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Bradford sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 2,234
Anti-Social Behaviour 533
Public Order 435
Criminal Damage & Arson 410
Vehicle Crime 322
Other Theft 315
Drugs 285
Shoplifting 245
Burglary 234
Other Crime 198
Robbery 79
Weapons 49
Bicycle Theft 39
Theft from Person 34
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

Bradford Interchange Train Station 0.2 miles
Frizinghall Train Station 2.1 miles
Low Moor Train Station 2.7 miles
New Pudsey Train Station 3.1 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 3.2 miles
Saltaire Train Station 3.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

West Bowling 0.6 miles Bowling 0.9 miles Little Horton 0.9 miles Lidget Green 1.2 miles Great Horton 1.4 miles Dudley Hill 1.4 miles Laisterdyke 1.4 miles Undercliffe 1.4 miles Manningham 1.4 miles Girlington 1.8 miles Bierley 1.8 miles Wibsey 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Bradford
Ward Idle and Thackley
Constituency Bradford East
Parish Bradford, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

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%.

Owned 58% Social rented 17% Private rented 25%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bradford

What is the population of Bradford?
Bradford has a population of approximately 379,099 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bradford?
The average property in and around Bradford sold for about £169,669, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 51% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bradford a deprived area?
Bradford 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 Bradford?
Bradford is covered by the BD1, BD10, BD11, BD12, BD13, BD14, BD15, BD2, BD3, BD4, BD5, BD6, BD7, BD8, BD9, BD98, BD99 postcode districts.
How many schools are there in Bradford?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bradford, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bradford?
The nearest railway station to Bradford is Bradford Interchange Train Station, about 0.2 miles away.

Streets in Bradford 30 shown View all streets

A650 2 A658 2 Aanisah Avenue 3 Abaseen Close 1 Abb Scott Lane 7 Abbey Lea 1 Abbeydale Drive 2 Abelia Mount 1 Aberdeen Place 3 Aberdeen Terrace 4 Aberford Road 1 Abingdon Street 1 Abinger Close 1 Acacia Court 1 Acacia Park Crescent 1 Acacia Park Drive 1 Acacia Park Terrace 2 Ackworth Street 2 Acorn Close 2 Acre Avenue 6 Acre Close 1 Acre Court 1 Acre Crescent 2 Acre Drive 2 Acre Lane 4 Acre Place 1 Acton Street 2 Addenbrook Close 1 Addi Street 1 Addison Avenue 1

Postcodes in Bradford 50 shown View all postcodes

BD1 1AF BD1 1AG BD1 1AH BD1 1AL BD1 1BL BD1 1EE BD1 1EG BD1 1EJ BD1 1EY BD1 1EZ BD1 1HA BD1 1HJ BD1 1HX BD1 1HY BD1 1HZ BD1 1JA BD1 1JB BD1 1JD BD1 1JE BD1 1JF BD1 1JL BD1 1JN BD1 1JP BD1 1JR BD1 1JT BD1 1JU BD1 1JX BD1 1LA BD1 1LB BD1 1LH BD1 1NE BD1 1NF BD1 1NN BD1 1NQ BD1 1NR BD1 1NS BD1 1NT BD1 1PH BD1 1PJ BD1 1PR BD1 1PT BD1 1PU BD1 1PZ BD1 1QA BD1 1QB BD1 1QD BD1 1QL BD1 1QN BD1 1QP BD1 1QR