BD2 4AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brae Avenue, 0.1km from Bolton in Bradford. Administratively it sits within Bolton and Undercliffe ward and the Bradford East constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 33 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bradford.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £139k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 24.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BD2 4AY are sourced from Output Area E00053539 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRAE AVENUE, BD2 4AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRAE AVENUE, BD2 4AY.
410
33
£ 34,500 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD2 4AY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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.
Area Character
BD2 4AY has a highly multicultural community character — 70% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending down 24.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD2 4AY. The average age is 32.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 125,000
9 sales · Mean £ 124,088
Detached
£ 166,500
2 sales · Mean £ 166,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BD2 4AY has low crime rates — 43 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.
school Local Schools
Grove House Primary School
Poplars Farm Primary School
St Francis Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Hanson Academy
Feversham Girls' Academy
Westminster Church of England Primary Academy
Swain House Primary School
Midland Road Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Horse And Farrier0.8 km
- Upper Bolton Conservative Club (Bar Only)1.0 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- B&M0.8 km
- Bilal Food Store0.7 km
- Swain House Convenience Store1.0 km
- White Ways Shop0.2 km
- Londis - Canal Road0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Nawaab Gourmet0.8 km
- Peelers Cafe0.8 km
- The Flowerpot Restaurant0.8 km
- Goals Bradford0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Ashbourne Pizza0.1 km
- Big Fellas0.7 km
- Da’Cottage1.0 km
- Peel Park Fisheries0.3 km
- Godfather's Pizza House0.3 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bradford1.5 km
- Frizinghall1.6 km
- Bradford Forster Square1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Ashbourne Crescent0.1 km
- Ashbourne Crescent0.1 km
- Ashbourne Rd Ashbourne Ave0.2 km
- Ashbourne Rd Ashbourne Ave0.2 km
- Bolton Lane Queens Ave0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BD24AY · Data under Open Government Licence