BD2 1BH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on St Laurences Close, 0.5km from Owlet in Shipley (Bradford). Administratively it sits within Windhill and Wrose ward and the Shipley constituency.
For families considering a move, BD2 1BH represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bradford.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £128k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for BD2 1BH are sourced from Output Area E00054378 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST LAURENCES CLOSE, BD2 1BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST LAURENCES CLOSE, BD2 1BH.
602
38
£ 36,000 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
BD2 1BH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 38, 83% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 BD2 1BH. The average age is 38.0. 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: 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
£ 106,500
2 sales · Mean £ 106,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD2 1BH has low crime rates — 42 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.
school Local Schools
Poplars Farm Primary School
Low Ash Primary School
Frizinghall Primary School
Oasis Academy Lister Park
Hanson Academy
High Crags Primary Leadership Academy
Swain House Primary School
Grove House Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- First Shop0.3 km
- Hen Hut0.5 km
- Kings Road Off licence1.0 km
- Shipley Convienience Store0.9 km
- Festival Stores0.5 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Owlet Hall Social Club0.4 km
- The Horse And Farrier0.9 km
- Bolton Woods Social Club - (Bar Only)0.3 km
- The Bold Privateer (Bar Only)0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Costa0.5 km
- The Old Library0.7 km
- The Bolton Woods Centre0.4 km
- Goals Bradford0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co Op0.8 km
- Aldi0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Wrose Pizza & King Balti0.7 km
- Claremont Fisheries0.8 km
- Gaisby Balti and Pizza Bar0.5 km
- Hold King Chinese0.8 km
- New Hygiene China1.0 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Frizinghall0.7 km
- Shipley1.6 km
- Bradford2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Gaisby Lane Crimshaw Ln0.2 km
- Gaisby Lane Thornhill Dr0.2 km
- Gaisby Lane Thornhill Dr0.2 km
- Gaisby Lane Crimshaw Ln0.2 km
- Festival Avenue Hawthorne Ave0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BD21BH · Data under Open Government Licence