Postcode Analysis Bradford, Yorkshire and The Humber

WESTLEIGH DRIVE, BD17 5DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTLEIGH DRIVE, BD17 5DP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

438

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 47,200 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BD17 5DP 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.

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6/10
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10/10
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6/10
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4/10
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2/10
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9/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BD17 5DP combines high owner-occupation (97%), strong property values (£385k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £385k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

BD17 5DP is a sought-after residential area on Westleigh Drive, 0.6km from Baildon Green in Baildon. Administratively it sits within Baildon ward and the Shipley constituency.

For serious buyers, BD17 5DP is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 97% 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: Average house prices are around £385k. 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 5DP are sourced from Output Area E00053373 (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 BD17 5DP. The average age is 50.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.6%
Asian / British Asian4.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 302,500

4 sales · Mean £ 316,250

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

BD17 5DP has low crime rates — 23 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 offences47
Anti-social behaviour6
Burglary6
Criminal damage and arson5
Vehicle crime4

school Local Schools

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Baildon Glen Primary School

Inadequate0.4 km
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Sandal Primary School

Good455 pupils0.6 km
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Titus Salt School

Good1442 pupils0.7 km
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Bradford Alternative Provision Academy

Outstanding46 pupils1.1 km
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Wycliffe CofE Primary School

Inadequate335 pupils1.2 km
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Saltaire Primary School

Good416 pupils1.3 km
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Hirst Wood Nursery School

Good70 pupils1.3 km
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St Walburga's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Good232 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Sweet Moments Baildon0.9 km
  • Post Office0.6 km
  • Tramway Shop0.7 km
  • Giddy Arts1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Salts Village Bakery1.0 km
  • Glenaire Fisheries0.6 km
  • Glenside Deli0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Bracken Hall House B&B0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Boathouse Inn1.0 km
  • The Cricketers Arms0.5 km
  • Don't Tell Titus1.0 km
  • The Old Glen House0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Happy Planet Play Centre0.6 km
  • Are Jay Bargie Canal Boat Cafe1.0 km
  • Half Moon Cafe0.7 km
  • Salts Diner & Cafe in the Opera1.0 km
  • The Old Glen Tea Rooms0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Saltaire1.0 km
  • Shipley1.7 km
  • Baildon2.2 km

Bus Stops

  • West Ln Westleigh Drive0.1 km
  • West Ln Westleigh Drive0.1 km
  • West Lane Highmoor Walk0.2 km
  • West Lane Highmoor Walk0.2 km
  • West Lane0.3 km