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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 Leaventhorpe

Leaventhorpe is a residential area located in West Yorkshire, England, within the Bradford district. The postcode area for this location is BD8. It features a mix of housing, including traditional terraced homes and modern developments, making it a diverse community for families and individuals alike. The area is well-served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, which provide essential services and recreational opportunities for residents.

Transport links are accessible, with nearby bus routes connecting Leaventhorpe to Bradford city centre and other surrounding areas. The neighbourhood is also close to major roadways, facilitating easy travel for those commuting to work or exploring the wider region. Overall, Leaventhorpe offers a practical living environment with essential facilities and good connectivity.

School Ratings in Leaventhorpe

Leaventhorpe is served by 241 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 Leaventhorpe

Property prices average £134K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £92K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Leaventhorpe

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Leaventhorpe, with 145 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Leaventhorpe

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Leaventhorpe 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 Leaventhorpe

There are 70 GP surgeries within three miles of Leaventhorpe, the nearest being Lynfield Mount Hospital (0.9 miles away).

Local Data for Leaventhorpe

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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

136 Primary
29 Secondary
76 Other
Outstanding 5
Good 12
Requires improvement 4

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BD8 postcode area.

Dixons Allerton Academy All-through Requires Improvement 0.1 miles St Matthew's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.4 miles Crossley Hall Children's Centre 0.5 miles Crossley Hall Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Allerton Children's Centre Good 0.5 miles Ley Top Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Beckfoot Thornton Secondary Good 0.6 miles The Academy At St. James Primary Good 0.6 miles Beckfoot Allerton Primary School and Nursery Primary 0.6 miles Bradford Girls' Grammar School Secondary 0.8 miles Lady Royd Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Lidget Green Primary School and Children's Centre Good 0.8 miles

Household Income in Leaventhorpe ONS 2023

The average total household income in Leaventhorpe 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.

Leaventhorpe £40,082
England & Wales avg. £55,302

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

Businesses in Leaventhorpe ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,059 active businesses based in Leaventhorpe, 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 Leaventhorpe IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Leaventhorpe 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
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 Leaventhorpe 2,018 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Leaventhorpe 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 868
Public Order 145
Anti-Social Behaviour 143
Other Theft 143
Criminal Damage & Arson 133
Shoplifting 132
Vehicle Crime 122
Drugs 113
Burglary 73
Other Crime 61
Robbery 32
Weapons 24
Theft from Person 20
Bicycle Theft 9
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

Frizinghall Train Station 2.1 miles
Bradford Interchange Train Station 2.5 miles
Saltaire Train Station 2.8 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 2.8 miles
Low Moor Train Station 4.1 miles
Baildon Train Station 4.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lower Grange 0 yards School Green 0.6 miles Crossley Hall 0.6 miles Four Lane Ends 0.6 miles Daisy Hill 0.9 miles Scholemoor 0.9 miles Allerton 0.9 miles Chat Hill 0.9 miles Clayton 1.2 miles Girlington 1.4 miles Lidget Green 1.4 miles Thornton 1.4 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Leaventhorpe

Of the 9,416 households in and around Leaventhorpe, 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 Leaventhorpe.

Frequently Asked Questions about Leaventhorpe

What is the population of Leaventhorpe?
Leaventhorpe 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 Leaventhorpe?
The average property in and around Leaventhorpe 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 Leaventhorpe a deprived area?
Leaventhorpe 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 Leaventhorpe?
Leaventhorpe is covered by the BD8 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Leaventhorpe?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Leaventhorpe, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Leaventhorpe?
The nearest railway station to Leaventhorpe is Frizinghall Train Station, about 2.1 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