BD9 4BA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ashwell Road, 0.2km from Heaton in Bradford. Administratively it sits within Heaton ward and the Bradford West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 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 rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £137k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BD9 4BA are sourced from Output Area E00053868 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHWELL ROAD, BD9 4BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHWELL ROAD, BD9 4BA.
417
33
£ 38,100 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
76% of BD9 4BA'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 BD9 4BA. The average age is 33.1. 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
£ 92,750
6 sales · Mean £ 94,083
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD9 4BA has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Heaton St Barnabas' CofE Aided Primary School
St Bede's and St Joseph's Catholic College
Margaret McMillan Primary School
St Cuthbert and the First Martyrs' Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Carlton Mills
Frizinghall Primary School
Lilycroft Primary School
Lilycroft Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Black Swan1.0 km
- The Court0.3 km
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Your Local0.1 km
- Abdullah Food Store0.8 km
- Sunrise Meat and Food Store0.8 km
- Bradford New Church Community Project0.8 km
- Frizinghall Convenience Store0.8 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- My Thai0.8 km
- Indus Peshawari Cuisine1.0 km
- Karak & Co1.0 km
- Millan Centre Elderly Group & Users0.9 km
- Lunch Monkey Cafe0.1 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- SD Kebabs0.8 km
- Apni Dukaan and Apna Dera0.8 km
- TG Lounge1.0 km
- J & M Roti House0.9 km
- Rajas Pizza Bar0.9 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Frizinghall1.2 km
- Shipley2.1 km
- Saltaire2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Highgate Heaton Road0.0 km
- Highgate Heaton Road0.1 km
- Ashwell Road Parsons Rd0.1 km
- St Bedes Grammar0.1 km
- Emm Lane Wilmer Rd0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BD94BA · Data under Open Government Licence