Postcode Analysis Bradford, Yorkshire and The Humber

RICHARD WHITELEY DRIVE, BD17 5AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICHARD WHITELEY DRIVE, BD17 5AZ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

465

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Avg Age

30

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Avg Income

£ 39,900 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BD17 5AZ 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.

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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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10/10
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2/10
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Area Character

BD17 5AZ has a significant social housing presence — 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 30-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending down 7.5% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BD17 5AZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Richard Whiteley Drive, 0.2km from Ferniehurst in Baildon. Administratively it sits within Baildon ward and the Shipley constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, BD17 5AZ is a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. The 30 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 82 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £220k, down 7.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BD17 5AZ are sourced from Output Area E00053378 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD17 5AZ. The average age is 29.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.0%
Asian / British Asian2.6%
Black / African / Caribbean3.2%
Other / Mixed5.2%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 163,750

8 sales · Mean £ 170,743

Semi-Detached

£ 186,475

8 sales · Mean £ 196,618

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around BD17 5AZ is moderate at 82 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.

Violence and sexual offences164
Anti-social behaviour51
Public order38
Criminal damage and arson32
Other theft20

school Local Schools

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Sandal Primary School

Good455 pupils0.8 km
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Baildon Glen Primary School

Inadequate1.0 km
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Tracks

Good0 pupils1.0 km
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Christ Church Church of England Academy

Good199 pupils1.0 km
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Hoyle Court Primary School

Good302 pupils1.1 km
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Bradford Alternative Provision Academy

Outstanding46 pupils1.2 km
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Wycliffe CofE Primary School

Inadequate335 pupils1.2 km
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St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Good125 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • B&M0.4 km
  • Hopes News0.5 km
  • Silsden Butchers0.7 km
  • Baildon Green Convenience Store0.1 km
  • Wickes0.3 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

27 nearby
  • Acropolis Shipley0.9 km
  • Waterside Restaurant and Bar0.8 km
  • Fresh Jet Catering (Fresh Bean)0.7 km
  • Happy Planet Play Centre0.6 km
  • Nuffield Health Cafe0.5 km
  • + 22 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Cricketers Arms1.0 km
  • Sun Hotel0.9 km
  • The Travellers Rest0.9 km
  • Wonky Donkey (Bar Only)0.9 km
  • The Noble Comb0.7 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • McColls0.8 km
  • Aldi0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Baildon Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Baildon Spice0.7 km
  • China Red0.8 km
  • Happy House0.5 km
  • Italiano0.8 km
  • + 8 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Ibis Hotel0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shipley1.0 km
  • Saltaire1.3 km
  • Baildon1.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Knoll Estate The Crescent0.1 km
  • The Crescent Central Ave0.2 km
  • Baildon Road Rockcliffe Ave0.2 km
  • Baildon Road Rockcliffe Ave0.2 km
  • Denby Drive Southlands0.3 km