BD3 8AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Rufford Street, 0.5km from Laisterdyke in Bradford. Administratively it sits within Bradford Moor 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 32 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 58% 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 is moderate at 59 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £81k, 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 BD3 8AY are sourced from Output Area E00053640 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RUFFORD STREET, BD3 8AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUFFORD STREET, BD3 8AY.
567
32
£ 27,300 /yr
27%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD3 8AY 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
Cultural diversity defines BD3 8AY — 83% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 32 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD3 8AY. The average age is 32.0. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 52,000
5 sales · Mean £ 61,300
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BD3 8AY is moderate at 59 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Feversham Primary Academy
St. Mary's & St. Peter's Catholic Primary School
Dixons Marchbank Primary
Lapage Primary School and Nursery
Co-op Academy Delius
Laisterdyke Leadership Academy
Byron Primary School
Killinghall Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
67 nearby- Bargain Hut0.7 km
- BP Arkle Londis0.8 km
- Grocer / Mini Market0.3 km
- Harris Food Store0.9 km
- Harris Halal Meat0.9 km
- + 62 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Swaine Green Travern (Bar Only)0.7 km
- The New Virginia (Bar Only)0.9 km
- Laisterdyke WMC - (Bar Only)0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
43 nearby- Restaurant0.5 km
- Icestone Desserts0.5 km
- Mughal Restaurant and Sweet Centre0.5 km
- QS Foodservice1.0 km
- Sanam Sweets0.4 km
- + 38 more
Takeaway Shop
42 nearby- Florence Fried Chicken0.9 km
- Grillish0.5 km
- Guls Grill0.9 km
- Leeds Road Fisheries0.5 km
- Rajas Grill Services0.2 km
- + 37 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Manchester Super Stores0.3 km
- Lidl0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bradford Interchange1.7 km
- Bradford Forster Square1.9 km
- Bradford2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Leeds Rd Lapage Street0.2 km
- Leeds Rd Lapage Street0.2 km
- Leeds Rd Manse Street0.3 km
- Killinghall Road Folkstone St0.3 km
- Leeds Rd Manse Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BD38AY · Data under Open Government Licence