BD2 1ED is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Princes Crescent, 0.5km from Bolton in Bradford. Administratively it sits within Bolton and Undercliffe ward and the Bradford East constituency.
For families considering a move, BD2 1ED represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bradford.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £126k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BD2 1ED are sourced from Output Area E00053530 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRINCES CRESCENT, BD2 1ED House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRINCES CRESCENT, BD2 1ED.
319
38
£ 34,500 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD2 1ED falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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
47% of BD2 1ED's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD2 1ED. 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
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 83,000
3 sales · Mean £ 95,333
Semi-Detached
£ 113,250
6 sales · Mean £ 114,583
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BD2 1ED is moderate at 51 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
Poplars Farm Primary School
Oasis Academy Lister Park
Midland Road Nursery School
Grove House Primary School
One In A Million Free School
Hanson Academy
Feversham Girls' Academy
Westminster Church of England Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- AJ’s Deli bar & Cafe0.6 km
- Costa0.7 km
- Nawaab Gourmet0.9 km
- The Bolton Woods Centre0.8 km
- The Flowerpot Restaurant0.4 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- First Shop0.9 km
- B&M0.8 km
- Bilal Food Store0.8 km
- Fresh Halal (Tesco Concession)1.0 km
- White Ways Shop0.4 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Latvian Welfare Fund Club (Bar Only)0.9 km
- Eesti Kodu Club0.9 km
- Bolton Woods Social Club - (Bar Only)0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco1.0 km
- Aldi0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Cartwright Hotel0.9 km
- Dubrovnik Hotel & Restaurant0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Ashbourne Pizza0.4 km
- Peel Park Fisheries0.7 km
- Godfather's Pizza House0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Frizinghall1.2 km
- Bradford1.5 km
- Bradford Forster Square2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Kings Road Brisbane Ave0.1 km
- Kings Road Brisbane Ave0.2 km
- Kings Rd Brow Wood Crescent0.2 km
- Bolton Lane Whiteways0.3 km
- Canal Rd Midland Terrace0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BD21ED · Data under Open Government Licence