BD1 3JL is an up-and-coming urban area on North Parade, 0.7km from Wapping in Bradford. Administratively it sits within City ward and the Bradford West constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. An average age of 29 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 92% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 48% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bradford.
Safety: Crime rates are high (454 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for BD1 3JL are sourced from Output Area E00176104 (shared with 204 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORTH PARADE, BD1 3JL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTH PARADE, BD1 3JL.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD1 3JL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
At 92% private renter occupancy, BD1 3JL is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD1 3JL. The average age is 28.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near BD1 3JL are high at 454 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Dixons Manningham Academy
Green Lane Primary School
Abbey Green Nursery School
One In A Million Free School
Westminster Church of England Primary Academy
Atlas Community Primary School
Midland Road Nursery School
Dixons McMillan Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
102 nearby- Kashmir Halal Meat& Poultry0.8 km
- Shell Petrol Station0.9 km
- Kubus0.9 km
- Ali Go Local0.9 km
- Cakes & Treats0.7 km
- + 97 more
Restaurant, Cafe
170 nearby- Mehboob1.0 km
- Qchnia Agi Polish Deli Bar0.9 km
- Compass Contract Services at Media Cafe0.7 km
- Polski Klub Jagoda0.8 km
- The Fip0.9 km
- + 165 more
Pub, NightClub
56 nearby- Pictureville Cinema0.7 km
- 1 In 12 Club0.2 km
- Crafted0.0 km
- Sparrow Bier Cafe0.1 km
- The Bradford Arms (bar only)0.4 km
- + 51 more
Takeaway Shop
73 nearby- Oasis Takeaway0.7 km
- Mai Kolachi0.9 km
- SFC0.5 km
- Sweet Centre0.7 km
- Biggies0.5 km
- + 68 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Iceland0.3 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- Marks and Spencer0.5 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- The Bradford Hotel0.6 km
- The Great Victoria Hotel0.6 km
- Travelodge Bradford Central0.4 km
- Premier Inn0.8 km
- Holiday Inn Express Bradford City Centre0.8 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bradford Forster Square0.3 km
- Bradford0.5 km
- Bradford Interchange0.8 km
Bus Stops
- Albion Street0.1 km
- Manor Row0.1 km
- Manor Row0.1 km
- John Street0.1 km
- John Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BD13JL · Data under Open Government Licence