BD3 0BZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hill Side Road, 0.3km from Pollard Park in Bradford. Administratively it sits within Bowling and Barkerend ward and the Bradford East constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BD3 0BZ is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 67% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bradford. Full-time employment stands at 7% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 103 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. 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 BD3 0BZ are sourced from Output Area E00053594 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HILL SIDE ROAD, BD3 0BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILL SIDE ROAD, BD3 0BZ.
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39
£ 0 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD3 0BZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 67% of tenure in BD3 0BZ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 39-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD3 0BZ. The average age is 39.3. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BD3 0BZ is above average at 103 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Barkerend Primary Leadership Academy
Carlton Bolling
Byron Primary School
Westminster Church of England Primary Academy
Feversham Primary Academy
Co-op Academy Delius
Lapage Primary School and Nursery
Feversham Girls' Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
56 nearby- Costcutter0.1 km
- Ali Bhai Foods0.6 km
- Orange Store0.9 km
- Zak's 2 Mini Market0.6 km
- BP Arkle Londis0.4 km
- + 51 more
Restaurant, Cafe
91 nearby- Barbecue Garden Tawa and Grill0.2 km
- Oodles0.5 km
- Woody Joes0.5 km
- Cafe W at Waterstones0.9 km
- Deli Chez1.0 km
- + 86 more
Pub, NightClub
20 nearby- The Ginger Goose0.9 km
- Wine Lodge (Bar Only)1.0 km
- Al's Juke Bar0.9 km
- Shoulder Of Mutton0.8 km
- The Corn Dolly0.4 km
- + 15 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
7 nearby- Premier Inn0.8 km
- Holiday Inn Express Bradford City Centre0.8 km
- The Midland Hotel0.8 km
- The Great Victoria Hotel0.9 km
- Travelodge Bradford Central0.6 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
42 nearby- KFC0.8 km
- Lotus Sushi + Bento0.7 km
- Subway0.7 km
- UK Fried Chicken0.5 km
- Grillish0.9 km
- + 37 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Lidl0.3 km
- McColls0.7 km
- Marks and Spencer0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bradford Forster Square0.8 km
- Bradford0.8 km
- Bradford Interchange0.9 km
Bus Stops
- Barkerend Road Harris St0.1 km
- Barkerend Road Harris St0.1 km
- New Otley Rd Brookfield Road0.1 km
- Barkerend Rd Nuttall Road0.1 km
- Barkerend Rd Nuttall Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BD30BZ · Data under Open Government Licence