Bradford is a district in West Yorkshire, part of the Yorkshire and The Humber region. It covers an area of around 366 square kilometres, including urban centres like Bradford city and smaller towns such as Bingley, Ilkley, and Keighley. The district is known for its industrial heritage, particularly in textiles during the 19th century. The landscape varies from urban areas to rural moorland, including parts of the Pennines and the Yorkshire Dales.
The district has a mix of residential, commercial, and green spaces, with landmarks like the Alhambra Theatre and Bradford City Park. Transport links include the M606 motorway and rail connections to Leeds and Manchester. The population is one of the youngest in the UK, with a significant proportion under 20. The area also has a strong cultural presence, with events like the Bradford Literature Festival and a variety of museums and galleries.
On average Bradford has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 157 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bradford is £37,427 per year. There are 231 schools in Bradford: 161 primary (12 Outstanding and 111 Good) and 35 secondary (8 Outstanding and 14 Good).
Baildon
Bingley
Bingley Rural
Bolton and Undercliffe
Bowling and Barkerend
Bradford Moor
City
Clayton and Fairweather Green
Craven
Eccleshill
Great Horton
Heaton
Idle and Thackley
Ilkley
Keighley Central
Keighley East
Keighley West
Little Horton
Manningham
Queensbury
Royds
Shipley
Thornton and Allerton
Toller
Tong
Wharfedale
Wibsey
Windhill and Wrose
Worth Valley
Wyke