BD9 5NH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Duchy Avenue, 0.6km from Daisy Hill in Bradford. Administratively it sits within Heaton ward and the Bradford West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 73% 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 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for BD9 5NH are sourced from Output Area E00053851 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DUCHY AVENUE, BD9 5NH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DUCHY AVENUE, BD9 5NH.
613
41
£ 38,100 /yr
30%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD9 5NH 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
Cultural diversity defines BD9 5NH — 70% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD9 5NH. 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
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BD9 5NH is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Margaret McMillan Primary School
St Bede's and St Joseph's Catholic College
St Cuthbert and the First Martyrs' Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Carlton Mills
Bradford Girls' Grammar School
Beckfoot Heaton Primary
High Park School
Heaton St Barnabas' CofE Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Kebab Master0.7 km
- Malala Food Store0.9 km
- Nokheiz Convenience & Grocery Store0.4 km
- Piotr i Pawel0.9 km
- Abdullah Food Store0.6 km
- + 18 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Bala Hissar0.8 km
- Deli Fresh0.9 km
- Fresh Fillingz0.9 km
- Four Seasons Cafe0.5 km
- BRI ENT Tea Bar0.7 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Raja's Pizza Bar0.9 km
- Rawal China Chopstix and Burgerbey By Rawal0.9 km
- Zana Steak House0.8 km
- Barkerend Fisheries0.9 km
- Compass Contract Services at Deli Marche Field House0.7 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- West Bradford Bowling Club (Bar Only)0.7 km
- The Court0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co Op0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Frizinghall2.1 km
- Shipley2.9 km
- Saltaire3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Toller Ln Duchy Drive0.2 km
- Toller Ln Toller Drive0.2 km
- Leylands Lane Toller Ln0.3 km
- Toller Ln Heaton Park Drive0.3 km
- Toller Ln Toller Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BD95NH · Data under Open Government Licence