Postcode Analysis Bradford, Yorkshire and The Humber

WOODEND FOLD, BD18 2AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODEND FOLD, BD18 2AR.

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Population

269

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 32,100 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BD18 2AR 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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4/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BD18 2AR spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.

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

BD18 2AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Woodend Fold, 0.2km from West Royd in Shipley (Bradford). Administratively it sits within Windhill and Wrose ward and the Shipley constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for BD18 2AR are sourced from Output Area E00054384 (shared with 9 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 BD18 2AR. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.6%
Asian / British Asian5.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 150,000

1 sales · Mean £ 150,000

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

Crime around BD18 2AR is moderate at 57 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 offences126
Anti-social behaviour23
Public order18
Criminal damage and arson15
Burglary12

school Local Schools

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Christ Church Church of England Academy

Good199 pupils0.3 km
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St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Good125 pupils0.5 km
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Tracks

Good0 pupils0.8 km
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Low Ash Primary School

Good478 pupils0.9 km
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High Crags Primary Leadership Academy

Good381 pupils1.1 km
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Hoyle Court Primary School

Good302 pupils1.2 km
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Shipley CofE Primary School

Good218 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Windhill Mini Market0.7 km
  • Christ Church Academy Market Stall0.3 km
  • Otley Road Service Station0.9 km
  • Premier0.1 km
  • Richard Baxter Butchers0.9 km
  • + 8 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Crusty's0.8 km
  • Foodmaster + Mini Market0.1 km
  • Happy House0.8 km
  • Neelam Balti House0.1 km
  • Sun Sing1.0 km
  • + 9 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Junction0.8 km
  • The Travellers Rest0.5 km
  • Alma Hotel (Bar Only)0.1 km
  • Baildon Woodbottom Working Men1.0 km
  • Windhill Conservative Club0.6 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Halfway Auctions Cafe0.7 km
  • Jigsaw Juniors Shipley0.6 km
  • KFC0.8 km
  • Kidzplay0.8 km
  • Mimmo's Cafe0.8 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi0.8 km
  • Co Op0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shipley1.0 km
  • Baildon1.5 km
  • Frizinghall1.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Leeds Rd West Royd Avenue0.1 km
  • Leeds Rd West Royd Avenue0.1 km
  • Leeds Rd Daleside Road0.2 km
  • Leeds Rd Daleside Road0.2 km
  • W Royd Mount0.2 km