Postcode Analysis Bradford, Yorkshire and The Humber

BD1 2JN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BD1 2JN.

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Population

560

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Avg Age

23

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Avg Income

£ 27,400 /yr

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Employed

7%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BD1 2JN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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Area Character

At 81% private renter occupancy, BD1 2JN is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BD1 2JN is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.4km from Lister Hills in Bradford. Administratively it sits within City ward and the Bradford West constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. With an average age of just 23, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 81% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bradford.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 123 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.

Census 2021 statistics for BD1 2JN are sourced from Output Area E00177855 (shared with 46 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD1 2JN. The average age is 22.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British35.9%
Asian / British Asian36.3%
Black / African / Caribbean18.1%
Other / Mixed9.6%

Economic Activity

7%Active
FT: 4%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around BD1 2JN is above average at 123 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences265
Other theft95
Vehicle crime59
Anti-social behaviour56
Criminal damage and arson55

school Local Schools

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Dixons Manningham Academy

Good421 pupils0.5 km
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Green Lane Primary School

Good615 pupils0.7 km
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Abbey Green Nursery School

Good89 pupils0.7 km
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Atlas Community Primary School

Requires Improvement206 pupils0.7 km
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Co-Op Academy Princeville

Requires Improvement498 pupils0.9 km
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Iqra Academy

Outstanding669 pupils0.9 km
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One In A Million Free School

Good369 pupils1.0 km
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Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford

361 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

95 nearby
  • Darbar Foods0.8 km
  • Kashmir Halal Meat& Poultry0.9 km
  • RCNB Servicing1.0 km
  • Shell Petrol Station0.9 km
  • Ali Go Local0.5 km
  • + 90 more
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Pub, NightClub

52 nearby
  • Bradford Bridge Club (Bar Only)1.0 km
  • Pictureville Cinema0.9 km
  • Bees Knee'z (Bar Only)0.8 km
  • 1 In 12 Club0.6 km
  • Crafted0.7 km
  • + 47 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

146 nearby
  • Mehboob1.0 km
  • Qchnia Agi Polish Deli Bar0.9 km
  • Compass Contract Services at Media Cafe0.9 km
  • Polski Klub Jagoda0.9 km
  • New York Krispy Fried Chicken0.8 km
  • + 141 more
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Takeaway Shop

75 nearby
  • Oasis Takeaway0.8 km
  • Rajas Pizza Bar0.9 km
  • Euro FC1.0 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Mother Hubbards1.0 km
  • + 70 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Iceland0.6 km
  • Kana Peena Supermarket0.5 km
  • Al Falah Supermarket0.9 km
  • Al Halal Supermarket0.8 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Leonardo Hotel Bradford0.7 km
  • The Midland Hotel1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bradford Forster Square0.9 km
  • Bradford1.1 km
  • Bradford Interchange1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Thornton Rd Sugden Street0.0 km
  • Thornton Rd Norcroft Street0.0 km
  • Sunbridge Rd City Road0.1 km
  • Sunbridge Rd City Road0.1 km
  • Sunbridge Rd Dyson Street0.1 km