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Shearbridge & University

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About

Shearbridge & University is a residential neighbourhood situated directly south of Bradford city centre, dominated by the University of Bradford campus. The area is characterised by a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, which provides much of the accommodation for students and young professionals. Streets like Listerhills Road and Shearbridge Road form its main arteries, leading up towards the university buildings and student union.

The area's daily rhythm is heavily influenced by the academic calendar, with a noticeable change in activity during term time. The university itself is a major local employer and its technology park contributes to the local economy. A specific local landmark is the unique, brutalist architecture of the university's main buildings, including the distinctive Richmond Building. Green space is provided by Shearbridge Park and the nearby Peel Park.

Area overview

On average Shearbridge & University has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 145 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, roughly 1.3× the Yorkshire and The Humber average of 113 per 1,000. Approximately 8.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Shearbridge & University is £38,208 per year. The median sale price in Shearbridge & University is £118,999 (around £117 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £85,000 and £140,000. There are 4 schools in Shearbridge & University: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Shearbridge & University is home to around 14,127 people, with a population density of about 7,761.2 per km².

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
145
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
8.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Shearbridge & University Population
14,127
Population density
7,761.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
68.03(+54%)
Other theft
13.52(+103%)
Public order
12.67(+43%)
Vehicle crime
12.18(+116%)
Criminal damage and arson
11.68(+36%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Pakistani
8,222
58.2%
Other White
1,046
7.4%
Indian
1,001
7.09%
African
920
6.51%
British
758
5.37%
Total population: 14,127

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
3,236
30.26%
Level 4+ (Degree)
2,580
24.12%
Level 3 (A level)
1,798
16.81%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,177
11.01%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,127
10.54%
Total 16+ residents: 10,695

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,561
41.69%
Owns outright
1,126
30.07%
Owns with a mortgage
602
16.08%
Other social rented
228
6.09%
Other forms of private rent
164
4.38%
Total households: 3,744

Property prices in Shearbridge & University

Median price: £118,999
Price per sq ft: £117
Sales (last 12 months): 45
Typical range (middle 50%): £85K – £140K

Based on 45 recent sales, the median property price is £118,999 (about £117 per square foot) in Shearbridge & University area, with individual transactions ranging from £10,000 up to £243,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Shearbridge & University over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Semi-Detached3£175,000£218
Flats6£115,500£850
Terraced36£105,000£108

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Shearbridge & University

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Shearbridge & University.
YearFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£48,450£97,500£90,000
2017£49,950£90,000£80,000
2018£31,725£75,000£69,500
2019£44,500£100,000£80,500
2020£49,750£88,000£85,000
2021£50,000£166,000£89,000
2022£65,000£111,000£110,000
2023£140,000£117,500£99,000
2024£133,000£155,000£106,000
2025£120,000£165,000£102,500
2026£39,250£157,500£120,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Shearbridge & University.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Shearbridge & University.
YearFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016—£158£74
2017—£60£69
2018£66£108£62
2019£77£118£71
2020£66£139£75
2021£230£86£84
2022£386£129£93
2023£591£100£86
2024£591£206£99
2025£638£154£113
2026£530£173£98
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Shearbridge & University.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Shearbridge & University in the last year.

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Bradford district.

Band A£1,574
Band B£1,836
Band C£2,098
Band D£2,361
Band E£2,885
Band F£3,410
Band G£3,935
Band H£4,721

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.