Postcode Analysis Bradford, Yorkshire and The Humber

SCARLET HEIGHTS, BD13 1BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCARLET HEIGHTS, BD13 1BU.

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Population

334

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 40,100 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
workEmployment
9/10
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2/10
paymentsAffluence
6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BD13 1BU spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 2.4% year-on-year.

home £156,000 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BD13 1BU is a safe, established residential area on Scarlet Heights, 0.1km from Calder Banks in Queensbury. Administratively it sits within Queensbury ward and the Bradford South constituency.

For families considering a move, BD13 1BU represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £156k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 2.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BD13 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00054233 (shared with 14 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 BD13 1BU. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.6%
Asian / British Asian7.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 97,250

14 sales · Mean £ 105,714

Detached

£ 465,000

2 sales · Mean £ 465,000

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

BD13 1BU has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences32
Anti-social behaviour13
Vehicle crime10
Public order7
Burglary6

school Local Schools

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Stocks Lane Primary School

Good209 pupils0.8 km
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Russell Hall Primary School

Good230 pupils1.1 km
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Trinity Academy Bradford

Inadequate866 pupils1.1 km
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Foxhill Primary School

Good234 pupils1.5 km
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Shibden Head Primary Academy

Good401 pupils1.5 km
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Home Farm Primary School

Good468 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Cottage News & Off Licence0.5 km
  • Premier1.0 km
  • King's Convenience Store0.8 km
  • M & M Mini Market0.6 km
  • L Rowland & Co0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Old Dolphin Inn0.6 km
  • George The Third Inn (Bar Only)0.9 km
  • Queensbury Conservative Club0.9 km
  • The Queensbury Tavern (Bar Only)0.6 km
  • Queensbury Golf Club0.7 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Cafe Spice1.0 km
  • High Street Cafe0.9 km
  • Hover Kart Mania / Laser Mania0.7 km
  • Sarinas0.8 km
  • Jungle at the Junction0.6 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • New Golden City1.0 km
  • Caldo Pizza0.8 km
  • Changs Takeaway0.6 km
  • Dhanny's Curry House0.5 km
  • Maguires0.5 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co Op1.0 km
  • Tesco0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Halifax5.6 km
  • Bradford Interchange6.0 km
  • Bradford Forster Square6.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Scarlet Heights Park Lane0.0 km
  • Scarlet Heights Park Lane0.0 km
  • Scarlett Heights Littlemoor0.1 km
  • Scarlett Heights Littlemoor0.2 km
  • Stoneleigh0.3 km