About Thornbury

Thornbury is a suburb located in West Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area BD3. It is situated to the east of Bradford city centre, making it easily accessible for those looking to explore the surrounding area. The suburb features a mix of residential properties, local shops, and community facilities, providing essential services to its residents. The area is served by several schools and parks, which cater to families and individuals alike. Thornbury also benefits from good transport links, with bus services connecting it to Bradford and other nearby towns. The local community is diverse, contributing to a lively atmosphere. Overall, Thornbury offers a practical base for those wishing to live near the city while enjoying the amenities of a suburban environment.

School Ratings in Thornbury

Families in Thornbury have access to 292 local schools. Dixons Marchbank Primary, Barkerend Primary Leadership Academy and Feversham Girls' Secondary Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Thornbury

Homes sell for an average of £141K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £84K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Thornbury

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Thornbury, with 144 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Thornbury

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Thornbury within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Thornbury

Thornbury benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,043 sales

Average Price £141K
£3K £18.61M
Detached £271K 21
Semi £111K 291
Terraced £84K 1,423
Flat £53K 135

Deprivation and Employment in Thornbury IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Thornbury experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
1/10
Income
1/10
Employment
2/10
Education
1/10
Health
2/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
2/10
16,031 Children (0-15) 27%
37,926 Working Age 63%
6,977 Older (60+) 12%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 67.4% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 53% 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 Thornbury 1,742 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Thornbury are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

731 Violence & Sexual Offences
144 Public Order
135 Criminal Damage & Arson
127 Drugs
102 Vehicle Crime
101 Anti-Social Behaviour
100 Shoplifting
92 Other Theft
91 Burglary
52 Other Crime
21 Weapons
21 Robbery
15 Theft from Person
10 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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

New Pudsey Train Station 1 miles
Apperley Bridge Train Station 2.1 miles
Bradford Interchange Train Station 2.1 miles
Frizinghall Train Station 2.7 miles
Bramley (West Yorkshire) Train Station 2.7 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 3.4 miles

Location

Local Government

District Bradford
Ward Bowling and Barkerend
Constituency Bradford East
Parish Bradford, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Notable & Famous People from Thornbury 1 people

Michael Fortescue
Linguist
British-born linguist