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Shipley Town

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About

Shipley is a town in the Bradford district, located about 4 miles northwest of Bradford city centre. It sits along the River Aire and is surrounded by green spaces like Roberts Park and the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. The area has a mix of residential and commercial spaces, with a high street featuring independent shops, cafes, and pubs. Shipley is known for its historic architecture, including Victorian and Edwardian buildings, and landmarks like the Saltaire UNESCO World Heritage Site nearby.

The town has good transport links, with Shipley railway station providing connections to Leeds, Bradford, and beyond. The area attracts walkers and cyclists due to its proximity to the Yorkshire Dales and the canal towpaths. Shipley Market, held weekly, offers fresh produce and local goods. The town has a community-focused atmosphere, with events like the Shipley Carnival bringing residents together. Its location makes it a practical base for commuting while retaining a distinct local character.

Area overview

On average Shipley Town has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 225 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shipley Town is £37,600 per year. There are 4 schools in Shipley Town: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
225
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
16%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Shipley Town Population
7,491
Population density
2,872.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,853
78.13%
Pakistani
505
6.74%
Other White
355
4.74%
Indian
133
1.78%
White and Asian (mixed)
90
1.2%
Total population: 7,491

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,186
31.39%
Owns outright
918
24.3%
Owns with a mortgage
903
23.9%
Other social rented
345
9.13%
Social rents from council
290
7.68%
Total households: 3,778

Property prices in Shipley Town

Based on 92 recent sales, the median property price is £175,000 in Shipley Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £45,000 up to £520,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Shipley Town in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Shipley Town over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£205,000
Flats20£115,000
Semi-Detached27£255,000
Terraced41£190,000

10 years median price trend in Shipley Town

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Shipley Town.

All postcodes in Shipley Town

BD177FF

Victoria Street

BD182NX

Leeds Road

BD182RA

Church Street

BD183RY

Central Avenue

BD183ST

Commercial Street

BD184QP

Farfield Road

BD177AF

Briggate

BD177EB

Aire Close

BD182BR

Leeds Road

BD182LF

Prospect Close

BD184SN

Fern Hill Avenue

BD182NR

Booth Street

BD183HL

Black Saltaire Road

BD183JF

Saltaire Road

BD183NR

Leyburn Grove

BD184SS

Fern Hill Road

BD177BD

Dock Lane

BD177DJ

Wainman Street

BD183DT

Bradford Road

BD183JJ

Baker Street

BD183LN

Park Street

BD183PR

Bradford Road

BD183PU

Commercial Street

BD183QH

Central Avenue

BD183QJ

Commercial Street

BD181BU

Dock Lane

BD183DZ

Alexandra Road

BD183HH

Ashley Street

BD183HP

Victoria Road

BD183RJ

Central Avenue

BD96SH

Heaton Royds Lane

BD177BN

Victoria Street

BD177EJ

Salts Mill Road

BD183EE

Manor Lane

BD184RD

Lindisfarne Road

BD184RH

Bingley Road

BD177AD

Dock Lane

BD182LU

Owlet Road

BD183JU

Titus Street

BD183LR

Aire View Avenue

BD183NE

West End Terrace

BD183QB

Bank Street

BD183QQ

Commercial Street

BD183SL

Commercial Street

BD184QT

Avondale Grove

BD184SP

Fern Hill Grove

BD184SX

Fern Hill Road

BD177DU

Tony Miller Approach

BD177EL

Salts Mill Road

BD181DA

Church Street

BD182NN

Church Street

BD183HT

Ashley Lane

BD183JW

Exhibition Road

BD183PL

Bradford Road

BD183PS

Commercial Street

BD184RL

Victoria Park

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.