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Bowling Park

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Bradford / Bowling Park

About

Bowling Park is a residential area in Bradford, located southwest of the city center. The neighborhood features a mix of housing, including terraced homes and larger properties, with green spaces like Bowling Park itself providing recreational areas. The park includes sports facilities, playgrounds, and walking paths, making it a focal point for the community. Nearby schools and local shops cater to daily needs, while public transport links connect the area to central Bradford.

The area has historical significance, with landmarks such as the former Bowling Iron Works highlighting its industrial past. Bowling Park is also close to the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, offering scenic routes for walking and cycling. While primarily residential, the neighborhood maintains a quiet atmosphere with easy access to the city’s amenities. Its proximity to major roads like the A6177 provides convenient travel options for commuters.

Area overview

On average Bowling Park has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 158 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bowling Park is £29,400 per year. There are 4 schools in Bowling Park: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
158
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
19.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bowling Park Population
7,073
Population density
4,294.5 per km²

Demographics

Pakistani
3,255
46.03%
British
1,909
27%
Other White
494
6.99%
African
256
3.62%
Other Asian
214
3.03%
Total population: 7,071

Housing

Owns outright
681
28.93%
Private landlord or letting agency
550
23.36%
Owns with a mortgage
540
22.94%
Other social rented
323
13.72%
Social rents from council
148
6.29%
Total households: 2,354

Property prices in Bowling Park

Based on 43 recent sales, the median property price is £120,000 in Bowling Park area, with individual transactions ranging from £57,500 up to £230,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£117,500
Flats1£150,000
Semi-Detached12£130,000
Terraced28£115,250

10 years price trend in Bowling Park

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.