BD2 1BD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Owlet Hall Estate in Bradford. Administratively it sits within Windhill and Wrose ward and the Shipley constituency.
For renters and young professionals, BD2 1BD offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 55% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban 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 BD2 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00054380 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BD2 1BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BD2 1BD.
352
34
£ 36,000 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD2 1BD 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
BD2 1BD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 42% 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 BD2 1BD. The average age is 33.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BD2 1BD is moderate at 50 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
Oasis Academy Lister Park
Frizinghall Primary School
Poplars Farm Primary School
Low Ash Primary School
High Crags Primary Leadership Academy
Hanson Academy
Grove House Primary School
Swain House Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- AJ’s Deli bar & Cafe0.9 km
- Kashmiri Aroma0.9 km
- My Thai0.8 km
- Costa0.2 km
- Sultans Restaurant0.8 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Aldi0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Coma Burgers and Shakes0.7 km
- Pizza 4 U0.9 km
- Subway0.9 km
- Deli 290.8 km
- Gaisby Balti and Pizza Bar0.5 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- First Shop0.1 km
- Hen Hut0.8 km
- Festival Stores0.5 km
- Ikhlaq Halal Mini Market0.9 km
- Shipley Convienience Store0.8 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Owlet Hall Social Club0.4 km
- The Black Swan0.7 km
- Bolton Woods Social Club - (Bar Only)0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Frizinghall0.5 km
- Shipley1.7 km
- Bradford2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Stanley Rd Livingstone Road0.0 km
- Bute Street Stanley Rd0.1 km
- Gaisby Lane Powell Rd0.1 km
- Gaisby Lane Powell Rd0.1 km
- Festival Avenue Hawthorne Ave0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BD21BD · Data under Open Government Licence