About Great Horton

Great Horton is a suburb located in West Yorkshire, England, within the Bradford metropolitan area. It is situated approximately two miles from the city centre of Bradford and is easily accessible by public transport. The area features a mix of residential housing, local shops, and community facilities, making it a practical choice for families and individuals alike. The suburb is home to several parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. Great Horton also has a number of places of worship reflecting its diverse community. The local schools serve the educational needs of the area, and there are various clubs and organisations that foster community engagement. Overall, Great Horton offers a blend of urban living with access to essential amenities and community resources.

School Ratings in Great Horton

There are 256 schools in and around Great Horton. Copthorne Primary School and Dixons Kings Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Great Horton

The average property price is £142K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £88K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Great Horton

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Drugs is prevalent across Great Horton, with 146 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Great Horton

Great Horton 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Great Horton

Broadband speeds in Great Horton are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,655 sales

Average Price £142K
£10K — £27.12M
Detached £224K 124
Semi £132K 738
Terraced £88K 1,584
Flat £69K 50

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

146 Primary
33 Secondary
77 Other
St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy Primary Requires Improvement 0.1 miles Canterbury Children's Centre Requires Improvement 0.2 miles Canterbury Nursery School and Centre for Children and Families Nursery Outstanding 0.2 miles Southmere Primary Academy Primary Good 0.2 miles Horton Park Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Brackenhill Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Farnham Rd Children's Centre 0.4 miles Co-op Academy Southfield Good 0.4 miles Co-op Academy Grange Secondary 0.4 miles Horton Grange Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Eternal Light Outstanding 0.5 miles Farnham Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Great Horton IMD 2025

Great Horton 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
5/10
Living Environment
2/10
12,130 Children (0-15) 26%
29,261 Working Age 63%
5,983 Older (60+) 13%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 64.4% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 44.1% 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 Great Horton 1,840 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Great Horton 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.

766 Violence & Sexual Offences
146 Drugs
141 Public Order
127 Criminal Damage & Arson
121 Other Theft
114 Shoplifting
107 Vehicle Crime
101 Burglary
92 Anti-Social Behaviour
53 Other Crime
26 Robbery
22 Weapons
19 Theft from Person
5 Bicycle Theft
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

Bradford Interchange Train Station 1.5 miles
Low Moor Train Station 2.4 miles
Frizinghall Train Station 2.6 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 3.7 miles
Saltaire Train Station 4 miles
New Pudsey Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Horton 0.6 miles Wibsey 0.6 miles Lidget Green 0.6 miles Scholemoor 0.9 miles Clayton 1.2 miles West Bowling 1.2 miles Bradford 1.4 miles Odsal 1.4 miles Crossley Hall 1.4 miles Four Lane Ends 1.4 miles Buttershaw 1.4 miles Lower Grange 1.8 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in BD7 30 shown View all streets

Abelia Mount 1 Aberdeen Place 3 Aberdeen Terrace 2 Alexandra Street 1 Alford Terrace 1 All Saints Road 4 Anne Street 3 Anson Grove 1 Archibald Street 2 Arctic Parade 1 Arncliffe Terrace 5 Ascot Avenue 1 Ascot Drive 3 Ascot Gardens 1 Ascot Parade 1 Ash Mount 2 Ashfold 1 Ashgrove 2 Ashton Avenue 2 Ashtree Grove 1 Back Great Russell Street 1 Back Laisteridge Lane 2 Bakes Street 1 Bartle Close 1 Bartle Fold 1 Bartle Grove 1 Bartle Lane 3 Bartle Place 1 Bartle Square 3 Beacon Street 1

Postcodes in BD7 50 shown View all postcodes

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