About West Bowling

West Bowling is a suburb located in West Yorkshire, England, within the Bradford metropolitan area. It is situated approximately two miles south of Bradford city centre and is easily accessible via local transport links. The area features a mix of residential properties, schools, and local shops, catering to the everyday needs of its residents. The community is served by several parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. West Bowling also has a range of amenities, including places of worship and community centres, which foster local engagement. The postcode area is BD5, and the suburb is well-connected to surrounding areas, making it a practical choice for those commuting to Bradford or nearby towns.

School Ratings in West Bowling

West Bowling is served by 264 schools. 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 West Bowling

Property prices average £101K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £82K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in West Bowling

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in West Bowling, with 138 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in West Bowling

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, West 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 West Bowling

Most properties in West 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 2,192 sales

Average Price £101K
£10K — £5.88M
Detached £200K 63
Semi £118K 446
Terraced £82K 1,281
Flat £52K 237

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

154 Primary
33 Secondary
77 Other
St Stephen's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Bowling Park Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Dixons City Academy Secondary Outstanding 0.3 miles The Fountain School Requires Improvement 0.3 miles Dixons Sixth Form, Bradford 16 plus Outstanding 0.3 miles Park Aspire Alternative Provision Academy 0.3 miles Newby Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary 0.4 miles Woodroyd Children's Centre Good 0.5 miles Rainbow Primary Leadership Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Bronte Girls' Academy Secondary Good 0.5 miles Burnett Fields Children's Centre Good 0.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in West Bowling IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies West 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
2/10
Income
2/10
Employment
2/10
Education
2/10
Health
2/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
2/10
12,193 Children (0-15) 26%
29,240 Working Age 62%
6,239 Older (60+) 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 West Bowling 1,762 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in West 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.

727 Violence & Sexual Offences
138 Public Order
136 Drugs
128 Criminal Damage & Arson
120 Other Theft
101 Burglary
100 Vehicle Crime
96 Anti-Social Behaviour
90 Shoplifting
54 Other Crime
24 Weapons
23 Robbery
17 Theft from Person
8 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 0.8 miles
Low Moor Train Station 2 miles
Frizinghall Train Station 2.7 miles
New Pudsey Train Station 3.3 miles
Shipley (Yorks) Train Station 3.8 miles
Saltaire Train Station 4.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bowling 0.6 miles Little Horton 0.6 miles Bradford 0.6 miles Great Horton 1.2 miles Dudley Hill 1.2 miles Bierley 1.4 miles Lidget Green 1.4 miles Wibsey 1.4 miles Odsal 1.4 miles Toftshaw 1.8 miles Laisterdyke 1.8 miles Holme 1.9 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in BD5 30 shown View all streets

Ackworth Street 2 Adelaide Street 2 Albany Street 4 All Saints Road 2 Ann Place 2 Anstone Drive 1 Arnside Road 1 Arum Street 1 Aston Road 1 Avenue Road 1 Back Elizabeth Street 1 Back Giles Street North 2 Back Giles Street South 1 Back Greaves Street 1 Back Russell Street 2 Back Smith Row 1 Back Trinity Terrace 3 Bailey Wells Avenue 1 Baird Street 2 Bannockburn Court 1 Basil Street 1 Baxandall Street 2 Birch Avenue 1 Birch Close 1 Birch Grove 1 Birch Lane 8 Birch Way 2 Birk Lea Street 1 Bolingbroke Street 3 Bottomley Street 1

Postcodes in BD5 50 shown View all postcodes

BD5 0AA BD5 0AB BD5 0AD BD5 0AF BD5 0AG BD5 0AL BD5 0AP BD5 0AQ BD5 0AU BD5 0AW BD5 0AX BD5 0BA BD5 0BE BD5 0BH BD5 0BL BD5 0BN BD5 0BP BD5 0BQ BD5 0BS BD5 0BU BD5 0BX BD5 0BY BD5 0DA BD5 0DB BD5 0DD BD5 0DE BD5 0DH BD5 0DP BD5 0DQ BD5 0DT BD5 0DX BD5 0DZ BD5 0EA BD5 0ED BD5 0EL BD5 0EW BD5 0HD BD5 0HE BD5 0HF BD5 0HQ BD5 0HR BD5 0HS BD5 0HT BD5 0HU BD5 0HW BD5 0HX BD5 0HY BD5 0HZ BD5 0JA BD5 0JB