BD5 0HQ is an up-and-coming urban area on Albion Square, 0.5km from Broomfields in Bradford. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within City ward and the Bradford West constituency.
Day-to-day life in BD5 0HQ has the character of a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bradford.
Safety: Crime rates are high (307 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. 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 BD5 0HQ are sourced from Output Area E00054156 (shared with 61 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALBION SQUARE, BD5 0HQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALBION SQUARE, BD5 0HQ.
190
42
£ 26,400 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD5 0HQ 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
BD5 0HQ has a significant social housing presence — 82% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD5 0HQ. The average age is 42.3. 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 rates near BD5 0HQ are high at 307 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Rainbow Primary Leadership Academy
Dixons McMillan Academy
Bronte Girls' Academy
Dixons Music Primary
Dixons Trinity Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
All Saints CofE Primary School
Dixons City Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
71 nearby- J Holland Butchers1.0 km
- Kubus0.4 km
- Park Road Market0.4 km
- S K Y Grocers0.4 km
- Orange Store0.6 km
- + 66 more
Pub, NightClub
50 nearby- 1 In 12 Club0.8 km
- The Ginger Goose0.6 km
- Wine Lodge (Bar Only)0.7 km
- Pictureville Cinema0.4 km
- Carlton House Club at Bradford Oddfellows0.4 km
- + 45 more
Restaurant, Cafe
129 nearby- Ariya Restaurant & Bar0.8 km
- Athenium Coffee House0.8 km
- Cafe W at Waterstones0.7 km
- Deli Chez0.9 km
- Drake's0.6 km
- + 124 more
Takeaway Shop
58 nearby- Takeaway Getaway0.7 km
- Oasis Takeaway0.5 km
- Burgerize1.0 km
- Dunkers Delight0.6 km
- Mystic Pizza0.5 km
- + 53 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Premier Inn0.5 km
- Holiday Inn Express Bradford City Centre0.5 km
- Leonardo Hotel Bradford0.6 km
- The Midland Hotel0.8 km
- The Bradford Hotel0.4 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Marks and Spencer0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- Lidl0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bradford Interchange0.4 km
- Bradford Forster Square0.8 km
- Bradford1.3 km
Bus Stops
- Nelson St Duncan Street0.1 km
- Manchester Rd Caledonia Street0.1 km
- Manchester Rd Park Road0.1 km
- Caledonia Street Gordon St0.1 km
- Manchester Rd Mill Lane0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BD50HQ · Data under Open Government Licence