BD9 4BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Highgate, 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 32 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 72% 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 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £126k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BD9 4BB are sourced from Output Area E00053847 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGHGATE, BD9 4BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHGATE, BD9 4BB.
512
32
£ 38,100 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD9 4BB 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines BD9 4BB — 79% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. 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 4BB. The average age is 32.2. 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
Terraced
£ 119,990
3 sales · Mean £ 107,330
Semi-Detached
£ 140,000
1 sales · Mean £ 140,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD9 4BB has low crime rates — 36 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
Lilycroft Nursery School
Lilycroft Primary School
Frizinghall Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Your Local0.1 km
- Abdullah Food Store0.8 km
- Sunrise Meat and Food Store0.7 km
- Bradford New Church Community Project0.9 km
- Frizinghall Convenience Store0.9 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- My Thai0.9 km
- Millan Centre Elderly Group & Users0.9 km
- Lunch Monkey Cafe0.0 km
- Sultans Restaurant0.9 km
- Kashmiri Aroma0.8 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- SD Kebabs0.9 km
- Apni Dukaan and Apna Dera0.9 km
- J & M Roti House0.9 km
- Rajas Pizza Bar0.9 km
- The Village Bakery0.0 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Court0.2 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Frizinghall1.3 km
- Shipley2.1 km
- Saltaire2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Highgate Heaton Road0.1 km
- Highgate Quarry Street0.1 km
- Highgate Heaton Road0.1 km
- St Bedes Grammar0.1 km
- Highgate Quarry Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BD94BB · Data under Open Government Licence