BD13 1BU is a safe, established residential area on Scarlet Heights, 0.1km from Calder Banks in Queensbury. Administratively it sits within Queensbury ward and the Bradford South constituency.
For families considering a move, BD13 1BU represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £156k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 2.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BD13 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00054233 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SCARLET HEIGHTS, BD13 1BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCARLET HEIGHTS, BD13 1BU.
334
41
£ 40,100 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BD13 1BU spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 2.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD13 1BU. The average age is 40.9. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 97,250
14 sales · Mean £ 105,714
Detached
£ 465,000
2 sales · Mean £ 465,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD13 1BU has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Stocks Lane Primary School
Russell Hall Primary School
Trinity Academy Bradford
Foxhill Primary School
Shibden Head Primary Academy
Home Farm Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Cottage News & Off Licence0.5 km
- Premier1.0 km
- King's Convenience Store0.8 km
- M & M Mini Market0.6 km
- L Rowland & Co0.8 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Old Dolphin Inn0.6 km
- George The Third Inn (Bar Only)0.9 km
- Queensbury Conservative Club0.9 km
- The Queensbury Tavern (Bar Only)0.6 km
- Queensbury Golf Club0.7 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Cafe Spice1.0 km
- High Street Cafe0.9 km
- Hover Kart Mania / Laser Mania0.7 km
- Sarinas0.8 km
- Jungle at the Junction0.6 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- New Golden City1.0 km
- Caldo Pizza0.8 km
- Changs Takeaway0.6 km
- Dhanny's Curry House0.5 km
- Maguires0.5 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co Op1.0 km
- Tesco0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Halifax5.6 km
- Bradford Interchange6.0 km
- Bradford Forster Square6.1 km
Bus Stops
- Scarlet Heights Park Lane0.0 km
- Scarlet Heights Park Lane0.0 km
- Scarlett Heights Littlemoor0.1 km
- Scarlett Heights Littlemoor0.2 km
- Stoneleigh0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BD131BU · Data under Open Government Licence