BD3 8LF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Leeds Road, 0.3km from Bradford Moor in Bradford. Administratively it sits within Bradford Moor ward and the Bradford East constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BD3 8LF is 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. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 52% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bradford. Full-time employment stands at 11% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 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 BD3 8LF are sourced from Output Area E00053639 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LEEDS ROAD, BD3 8LF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEEDS ROAD, BD3 8LF.
302
35
£ 27,300 /yr
25%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD3 8LF 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
Social renting makes up 52% of tenure in BD3 8LF — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 35-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD3 8LF. The average age is 35.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BD3 8LF is moderate at 60 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
Laisterdyke Leadership Academy
Thornbury Primary Leadership Academy
Dixons Marchbank Primary
Fearnville Primary School
St. Mary's & St. Peter's Catholic Primary School
Co-op Academy Delius
Lapage Primary School and Nursery
Feversham Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
60 nearby- Ibrahim Foods0.6 km
- Shandaar Sweets & Ice Cream bar0.3 km
- Murco 24/7 Convenience Shop0.3 km
- Singh & Sons0.9 km
- Sticker Lane Post Office0.8 km
- + 55 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The New Virginia (Bar Only)0.5 km
- Swaine Green Travern (Bar Only)0.7 km
- Laisterdyke WMC - (Bar Only)0.9 km
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Iceland1.0 km
- Manchester Super Stores0.6 km
- AL Halal Supermarket (Leeds Road)0.7 km
- Morrisons1.0 km
- Aldi0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
33 nearby- Dudh Pathi0.3 km
- Immys Spice Ranch0.8 km
- Ice City Desserts0.1 km
- Lahore Catering0.6 km
- Raja's Appetisers Bar0.1 km
- + 28 more
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- Akbars Restaurant0.0 km
- Habibs Restaurant0.6 km
- Restaurant0.0 km
- Icestone Desserts0.2 km
- The Vines Cafe1.0 km
- + 26 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge Bradford0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bradford Interchange2.3 km
- Bradford Forster Square2.5 km
- Bradford2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Leeds Rd Thornbury Street0.0 km
- Leeds Rd Wensleydale Road0.1 km
- Leeds Rd Laisterdyke Junction0.2 km
- Leeds Rd Wensleydale Road0.2 km
- Leeds Rd Laisterdyke Junction0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BD38LF · Data under Open Government Licence