BD7 2LQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on St Wilfrids Crescent, 0.3km from Paradise Green in Bradford. Administratively it sits within Great Horton ward and the Bradford South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. An average age of 35 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bradford.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £125k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 32.4% year-on-year. 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 BD7 2LQ are sourced from Output Area E00053816 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST WILFRIDS CRESCENT, BD7 2LQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST WILFRIDS CRESCENT, BD7 2LQ.
348
35
£ 35,100 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD7 2LQ 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.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines BD7 2LQ — 75% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 32.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD7 2LQ. The average age is 34.7. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 116,250
12 sales · Mean £ 126,875
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BD7 2LQ is moderate at 71 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
Horton Grange Primary School
Dixons Kings Academy
St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy
Farnham Primary School
Brackenhill Primary School
Lidget Green Primary School
Co-Op Academy Princeville
Southmere Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
62 nearby- Ahmeds Newsagents0.5 km
- Haji Baba1.0 km
- Ismail Food Store0.3 km
- Northside Convenience Stores0.7 km
- Bismillah Halal Meat0.9 km
- + 57 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Paradise Farm Inn0.8 km
- Bulls Head Inn (Bar only)0.6 km
- Clayton Rugby Club0.3 km
- Second West Hotel0.3 km
- Great Horton WMC0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Noor Community Kitchen0.2 km
- Arabian Shawarma0.6 km
- Scholemoor Beacon Pay As You Feel Cafe0.6 km
- Bon'Appetit0.4 km
- Kashmir Cafe0.6 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Asda1.0 km
- Heron Foods0.6 km
- Al Halal Supermarket0.8 km
- Shimlas Superstore0.2 km
- Zain Supermarket0.4 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
39 nearby- Briggs Wallis & Benn0.7 km
- Baba Roti House0.5 km
- Sushi Home Town0.9 km
- Tea Factory0.2 km
- Euro FC0.9 km
- + 34 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bradford Forster Square2.7 km
- Bradford Interchange2.7 km
- Bradford3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Clayton Road Springfield Ave0.1 km
- Clayton Road Springfield Ave0.2 km
- Beckside Road Spencer Rd0.2 km
- Oddfellows PH0.2 km
- Beckside Road Clayton Rd0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BD72LQ · Data under Open Government Licence