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England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Bradford / Tong

About

Tong ward is located in the southern part of Bradford, West Yorkshire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, terraces, and some social housing. It is bordered by the wards of Wyke, Royds, and Clayton and Fairweather Green. The ward features several green spaces, including Tong Park and Tong Street Recreation Ground, providing outdoor areas for residents.

The area has local amenities such as shops, schools, and community centers, catering to everyday needs. Public transport links connect Tong to central Bradford and nearby areas. The ward has a relatively suburban feel, with a mix of older and newer developments. Industrial sites are scattered along the outskirts, contributing to the local economy. Tong maintains a quiet, neighborhood-oriented atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Tong has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 215 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 31.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Tong is £32,566 per year. There are 9 schools in Tong: 7 primary (1 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
215
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
31.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Tong Population
21,055
Population density
1,451.2 per km²

Demographics

British
14,717
69.89%
Other White
1,619
7.69%
Pakistani
1,449
6.88%
African
563
2.67%
Indian
508
2.41%
Total population: 21,056

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
2,123
24.64%
Other social rented
1,733
20.11%
Owns outright
1,645
19.09%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,630
18.92%
Social rents from council
1,261
14.63%
Total households: 8,617

Property prices in Tong

Based on 176 recent sales, the median property price is £147,750 in Tong area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £580,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached23£246,000
Flats4£90,250
Semi-Detached91£155,000
Terraced58£115,000

10 years price trend in Tong

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Data Sources

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