BD13 2DB is a safe, established residential area on Roper Lane, 0.2km from Ambler Thorn in Queensbury. Administratively it sits within Queensbury ward and the Bradford South constituency.
For families considering a move, BD13 2DB represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BD13 2DB are sourced from Output Area E00054275 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ROPER LANE, BD13 2DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROPER LANE, BD13 2DB.
241
43
£ 40,100 /yr
56%
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
BD13 2DB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 73% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD13 2DB. The average age is 42.6. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD13 2DB has low crime rates — 26 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
Shibden Head Primary Academy
Russell Hall Primary School
Trinity Academy Bradford
Foxhill Primary School
Trinity Academy Halifax
The North Halifax Grammar School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Patchetts Minimarket0.2 km
- A Lakhani Store0.7 km
- Ford Hill Newsagents0.5 km
- Stainthorpe's Family Butchers0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Omnibus Tavern0.1 km
- New Dolphin Inn (Bar Only)0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- West End Fisheries0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Halifax4.7 km
- Sowerby Bridge6.8 km
- Bradford Interchange8.1 km
Bus Stops
- Halifax Road Oxford Rd0.2 km
- Halifax Rd Oxford Rd0.2 km
- Halifax Rd Shibden Head Lane0.2 km
- Halifax Rd Roper Lane0.2 km
- Ford Hill Hill End Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BD132DB · Data under Open Government Licence