BD6 1AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wibsey Bank, 0.1km from Bankfoot in Bradford. Administratively it sits within Wibsey ward and the Bradford South constituency.
For families considering a move, BD6 1AR represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £44k, 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 BD6 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00054226 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WIBSEY BANK, BD6 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WIBSEY BANK, BD6 1AR.
327
36
£ 31,000 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD6 1AR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
BD6 1AR is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD6 1AR. The average age is 35.6. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 44,000
1 sales · Mean £ 44,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BD6 1AR is moderate at 60 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bankfoot Primary School
St Matthew's CofE Primary School and Nursery
Wibsey Primary School
Marshfield Primary
St Winefride's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
St Paul's CofE Primary School
Co-op Academy Southfield
Co-op Academy Grange
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Sandwich Perfection1.0 km
- Mamas Pizzeria0.7 km
- Deli 290.9 km
- Auntie Wainwrights0.8 km
- Dessert Bank0.8 km
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- Wibsey Fisheries0.8 km
- FFC Farri Fried Chicken0.8 km
- Balti Ranch0.2 km
- Domino's Pizza0.1 km
- Busterz0.9 km
- + 19 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Red Lion0.2 km
- Wibsey Liberal Club (Bar only)0.8 km
- The Upper George (Bar only)0.8 km
- Q Gardens0.5 km
- Bankfoot Cricket Club0.5 km
- + 9 more
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Bankfoot Gospel Hall0.1 km
- Harveys0.6 km
- Local Store0.7 km
- Wibsey/Bankfoot Post Office0.1 km
- Wolfwear Sport Fitness0.2 km
- + 21 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Cedar Court Hotel also trading as Absurd Bird & World of Wings0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Morrisons0.5 km
- Co Op0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bradford Interchange2.8 km
- Bradford Forster Square3.2 km
- Bradford3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Manchester Rd Rooley Lane0.1 km
- Odsal Rd Dean Road0.2 km
- Manchester Rd Carr Bottom Road0.2 km
- Odsal Rd Dean Road0.2 km
- Manchester Rd Carr Bottom Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BD61AR · Data under Open Government Licence