BD5 0EL is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.4km from Broomfields in Bradford. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within City ward and the Bradford West constituency.
The people who live in BD5 0EL are typical of a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. Outside of residential hours, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bradford.
Safety: Crime rates are high (192 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. 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 BD5 0EL are sourced from Output Area E00054156 (shared with 61 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BD5 0EL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BD5 0EL.
190
42
£ 26,400 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD5 0EL 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 82% of tenure in BD5 0EL — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD5 0EL. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near BD5 0EL are high at 192 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
Rainbow Primary Leadership Academy
Bronte Girls' Academy
Dixons McMillan Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Dixons Trinity Academy
Dixons Music Primary
Dixons City Academy
All Saints CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
44 nearby- 1 In 12 Club1.0 km
- The Ginger Goose0.7 km
- Wine Lodge (Bar Only)0.8 km
- Pictureville Cinema0.5 km
- Brewdog0.6 km
- + 39 more
Restaurant, Cafe
110 nearby- Ariya Restaurant & Bar0.9 km
- Athenium Coffee House0.9 km
- Cafe W at Waterstones0.8 km
- Drake's0.7 km
- German Doner Kebab0.8 km
- + 105 more
Takeaway Shop
53 nearby- Takeaway Getaway0.8 km
- Oasis Takeaway0.7 km
- Oasis Sandwich Bar0.5 km
- Crazy Corn0.9 km
- Greggs0.8 km
- + 48 more
Retailers - Other
55 nearby- Kubus0.5 km
- Park Road Market0.4 km
- Zabka1.0 km
- WH Smith0.5 km
- New Hey Stores1.0 km
- + 50 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- The Great Victoria Hotel0.6 km
- Premier Inn0.6 km
- Holiday Inn Express Bradford City Centre0.6 km
- Leonardo Hotel Bradford0.8 km
- The Midland Hotel1.0 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Lidl0.7 km
- Marks and Spencer0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bradford Interchange0.5 km
- Bradford Forster Square1.0 km
- Bradford1.5 km
Bus Stops
- Manchester Rd Mill Lane0.1 km
- Nelson St Duncan Street0.1 km
- Manchester Rd Caledonia Street0.1 km
- Caledonia Street Gordon St0.1 km
- Manchester Rd Park Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BD50EL · Data under Open Government Licence