BD17 5BL is a sought-after residential area on Sunhill Drive, 1.0km from Aire View Crescent in Baildon. Administratively it sits within Baildon ward and the Shipley constituency.
For serious buyers, BD17 5BL is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £660k, up 43.3% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for BD17 5BL are sourced from Output Area E00053362 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SUNHILL DRIVE, BD17 5BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUNHILL DRIVE, BD17 5BL.
309
53
£ 47,200 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD17 5BL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BD17 5BL combines high owner-occupation (96%), strong property values (£660k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 43.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD17 5BL. The average age is 53.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 475,000
5 sales · Mean £ 554,300
Semi-Detached
£ 285,000
1 sales · Mean £ 285,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD17 5BL has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Titus Salt School
Baildon Glen Primary School
Hirst Wood Nursery School
Saltaire Primary School
Sandal Primary School
Bradford Alternative Provision Academy
Wycliffe CofE Primary School
Eldwick Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Post Office0.9 km
- Tramway Shop0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Old Glen House0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Half Moon Cafe0.9 km
- The Old Glen Tea Rooms0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bracken Hall House B&B0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Glenaire Fisheries0.9 km
- Glenside Deli0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Saltaire1.1 km
- Shipley2.2 km
- Bingley2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Lucy Hall Drive Prod Ln0.1 km
- Lucy Hall Drive Rylstone Rd0.2 km
- Lucy Hall Drive Rylstone Rd0.2 km
- West Lane Dene Hill0.4 km
- West Lane Dene Hill0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BD175BL · Data under Open Government Licence