Postcode Analysis Bradford, Yorkshire and The Humber

IDLE ROAD, BD2 2AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IDLE ROAD, BD2 2AZ.

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Population

319

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 34,500 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BD2 2AZ 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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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BD2 2AZ — age 41, 80% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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

BD2 2AZ is a safe, established residential area on Idle Road, 0.2km from Bolton Outlanes in Bradford. Administratively it sits within Bolton and Undercliffe ward and the Bradford East constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bradford.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £216k.

Census 2021 statistics for BD2 2AZ are sourced from Output Area E00053520 (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 BD2 2AZ. The average age is 40.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British60.2%
Asian / British Asian30.1%
Black / African / Caribbean2.5%
Other / Mixed7.1%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 223,000

2 sales · Mean £ 223,000

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

BD2 2AZ has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences117
Burglary29
Criminal damage and arson27
Anti-social behaviour21
Public order16

school Local Schools

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St Francis Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Good233 pupils0.3 km
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Swain House Primary School

Good494 pupils0.5 km
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Grove House Primary School

Requires Improvement431 pupils0.5 km
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Hanson Academy

Inadequate0.5 km
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Wellington Primary School

Good478 pupils0.8 km
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Cavendish Primary School

Good469 pupils1.0 km
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Poplars Farm Primary School

Good370 pupils1.2 km
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St Luke's CofE Primary School

Good207 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • The Horse And Farrier0.7 km
  • The Highfield Hotel1.0 km
  • Wrose Bull0.7 km
  • The Royal Oak0.7 km
  • The Victoria Hotel (Bar Only)0.9 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • McDonalds0.8 km
  • Moo Restaurant & The Highfield Hotel1.0 km
  • Goals Bradford0.7 km
  • Delights Cafe0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Co Op0.9 km
  • Bolton Road Convenience Store Premier0.2 km
  • Morrisons0.8 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

28 nearby
  • Christoph's Sandwich Shop0.6 km
  • Grillcano's0.7 km
  • Parmo'z By Rana0.8 km
  • Pizza Heart0.7 km
  • MacDonners0.6 km
  • + 23 more
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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Church on The Way Foodbank Centre0.7 km
  • Flacks Fitness0.6 km
  • Kings Road Off licence0.8 km
  • Simply Local Best One0.7 km
  • Cellar 470.8 km
  • + 12 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Frizinghall2.2 km
  • Bradford2.3 km
  • Bradford Forster Square2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Idle Rd High House Road0.1 km
  • Idle Road Myers Ln0.1 km
  • High House Rd High House Ave0.1 km
  • High House Rd High House Ave0.1 km
  • Idle Rd High House Road0.1 km