BD18 4LE is a safe, established residential area on Ashfield Road, 0.4km from Nab Wood in Shipley (Bradford). Administratively it sits within Shipley ward and the Shipley constituency.
For families considering a move, BD18 4LE represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 93% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bradford.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £264k.
Census 2021 statistics for BD18 4LE are sourced from Output Area E00054431 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHFIELD ROAD, BD18 4LE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHFIELD ROAD, BD18 4LE.
299
42
£ 47,200 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD18 4LE 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BD18 4LE spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD18 4LE. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 236,500
3 sales · Mean £ 231,166
Detached
£ 335,000
1 sales · Mean £ 335,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD18 4LE has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hirst Wood Nursery School
Saltaire Primary School
St Walburga's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Dixons Cottingley Academy
Bradford Alternative Provision Academy
Wycliffe CofE Primary School
Cottingley Village Primary School
Titus Salt School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Saltaire Wines0.8 km
- Ludbrook's Farm Shop0.9 km
- Buonissimo Deli0.8 km
- Melvyn Davis Bakers0.8 km
- Edward St Bakery0.8 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Cap and Collar0.7 km
- Northcliffe Golf Club0.4 km
- Al's Mars Bar (Bar Only)0.7 km
- Salt Beer Factory0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Jinnah Bistro0.8 km
- The Quaffery0.7 km
- The Club House0.1 km
- Brassiere 560.7 km
- Il Pirata Pizzata0.8 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Mercure Bradford Bankfield1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co op0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Websters of Saltaire0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Saltaire1.1 km
- Shipley1.9 km
- Frizinghall2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Nab Wood Drive0.0 km
- Nab Wood Drive Ashfield Rd0.1 km
- Nab Wood Drive Hillfoot0.2 km
- Ashfield Road Ivy Rd0.2 km
- Ashfield Road Ivy Rd0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BD184LE · Data under Open Government Licence