What's the average income in Bradford?

Average resident income is about £37,438 per year.

How much social housing is near Bradford?

About 13.7% across the Bradford area.

What's the Bradford population and density?

Bradford population is 546,412 with density 1491.2 per km².

How safe is Bradford?

Crime level in Bradford is high with about 132 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are house prices in Bradford?

Based on 5,553 recent sales, the median price is £180,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

How deprived is Bradford?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 10959 of 32844 in country).

What home types are most common in Bradford?

Housing mix: semi-detached 36.7%, terraced 33.0%.

How many households are in Bradford?

There are 209,867 households in Bradford

What are prices by property type in Bradford?

Latest medians: Detached £340,000, Semi-detached £195,000, Terraced £142,000, Flats £125,000.

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Q: What schools in Bradford and how are they rated?

There are 231 schools in Bradford: 161 primary (12 Outstanding and 111 Good) and 35 secondary (8 Outstanding and 14 Good)

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Bradford

About

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.

Area overview

On average Bradford has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 132 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bradford is £37,438 per year. There are 231 schools in Bradford: 161 primary (12 Outstanding and 111 Good) and 35 secondary (8 Outstanding and 14 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

132

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

13.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bradford Population

546,412

Population density

1,491.2 per km²

Demographics

British

309,912

56.72%

Pakistani

139,553

25.54%

Other White

19,521

3.57%

Indian

14,429

2.64%

Bangladeshi

12,403

2.27%

Total population: 546,412

Housing

Owns outright

66,875

31.87%

Owns with a mortgage

62,698

29.88%

Private landlord or letting agency

42,709

20.35%

Other social rented

18,933

9.02%

Social rents from council

11,798

5.62%

Total households: 209,867

Property prices in Bradford

Based on 5,553 recent sales, the median property price is £180,000 in Bradford area, with individual transactions ranging from £13,500 up to £11,000,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	879	£340,000	£175,000	£265,000	£449,250	£750,000
Flats	406	£125,000	£44,250	£85,000	£180,000	£353,255
Semi-Detached	2,028	£195,000	£110,000	£155,000	£250,000	£390,000
Terraced	2,240	£142,000	£70,000	£105,000	£193,625	£315,000

10 years price trend in Bradford

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail