Postcode Analysis Bradford, Yorkshire and The Humber

ASHFIELD ROAD, BD18 4LE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHFIELD ROAD, BD18 4LE.

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Population

299

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 47,200 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BD18 4LE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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10/10
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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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7/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BD18 4LE spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BD18 4LE is a safe, established residential area on Ashfield Road, 0.4km from Nab Wood in Shipley (Bradford). Administratively it sits within Shipley ward and the Shipley constituency.

For families considering a move, BD18 4LE represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 93% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bradford.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £264k.

Census 2021 statistics for BD18 4LE are sourced from Output Area E00054431 (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 BD18 4LE. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British66.3%
Asian / British Asian26.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed6.9%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 236,500

3 sales · Mean £ 231,166

Detached

£ 335,000

1 sales · Mean £ 335,000

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

BD18 4LE has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences36
Vehicle crime15
Burglary10
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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Hirst Wood Nursery School

Good70 pupils0.8 km
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Saltaire Primary School

Good416 pupils0.8 km
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St Walburga's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Good232 pupils0.9 km
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Dixons Cottingley Academy

Good818 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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Cottingley Village Primary School

Good433 pupils1.3 km
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Titus Salt School

Good1442 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Saltaire Wines0.8 km
  • Ludbrook's Farm Shop0.9 km
  • Buonissimo Deli0.8 km
  • Melvyn Davis Bakers0.8 km
  • Edward St Bakery0.8 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Cap and Collar0.7 km
  • Northcliffe Golf Club0.4 km
  • Al's Mars Bar (Bar Only)0.7 km
  • Salt Beer Factory0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Jinnah Bistro0.8 km
  • The Quaffery0.7 km
  • The Club House0.1 km
  • Brassiere 560.7 km
  • Il Pirata Pizzata0.8 km
  • + 10 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Mercure Bradford Bankfield1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co op0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Websters of Saltaire0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Saltaire1.1 km
  • Shipley1.9 km
  • Frizinghall2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Nab Wood Drive0.0 km
  • Nab Wood Drive Ashfield Rd0.1 km
  • Nab Wood Drive Hillfoot0.2 km
  • Ashfield Road Ivy Rd0.2 km
  • Ashfield Road Ivy Rd0.2 km