Brownhill Drive is in Birkenshaw, Bradford and in Kirklees district. BD11 2AZ is located in the Birstall and Birkenshaw electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Batley and Spen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brownhill Drive, Birkenshaw, Bradford, BD11 2AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD11 2DB, BD11 2AU, BD11 2DQ, BD11 2AN, BD11 2AS, BD11 2DD, BD11 2AR, BD11 2BT, BD11 2DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BD11 2AZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.7% | 53.5% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 43.3% | 46.5% | 3.2% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.7% | 31.8% | 8.1% | 37.9% | -6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 45.6% | -13.8% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 10.6% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 9.5% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49% | 42% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 39.6% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 13.9% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.8% | 19.1% | -0.7% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 9.9% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 14.5% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 9.6% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 18.1% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 29% | 25.5% | -3.5% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 4.2% | 3.2% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 3.1% | 1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.7% | 91.5% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 10.1% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.4% | 96.4% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 96.4% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 56.2% | 46.2% | 10.0% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 3.9% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brownhill Drive was 23.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.6% lower than the Birstall and Birkenshaw average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Brownhill Drive has the 7th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Birstall and Birkenshaw and the 166th lowest crime rate of 1,332 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 25.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Brownhill Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2010-02-12 | £203,851 |
| 19 Brownhill Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2009-07-17 | £282,323 |
| 49 Brownhill Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2007-09-10 | £290,231 |
| 17 Brownhill Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2007-04-30 | £277,396 |
| 36 Brownhill Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2006-12-01 | £243,635 |
BD11 2AZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BD11 2AZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 100 |
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Education | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scholes Nursery School New Road East , Scholes BD19 6EW | - not rated | 5,074 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birkenshaw CofE (Controlled) First School Southcroft Avenue , Birkenshaw BD11 2DD | - not rated | 199 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkenshaw Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Station Lane , Birkenshaw BD11 2JE | 3out of 4 | 324 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkenshaw County First School Station Lane , Birkenshaw BD11 2JE | - not rated | 324 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Bierley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School South View Road , East Bierley BD4 6PH | 2out of 4 | 590 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westgate Hill First School Westgate Hill Street , BD4 0SJ | - not rated | 652 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tong Leadership Academy Westgate Hill Street , BD4 6NR | 3out of 4 | 891 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tong High School Westgate Hill Street , BD4 6NR | - not rated | 891 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yorkshire Martyrs Catholic College Westgate Hill Street , BD4 6NR | - not rated | 1,039 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| BBG Academy Bradford Road , BD19 4BE | 3out of 4 | 1,348 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford Forster Academy Fenby Avenue , BD4 8RG | - not rated | 3,578 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birkenshaw Middle School Bradford Road , Gomersal BD19 4BE | - not rated | 1,348 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomwood Middle School Dawson Lane , Bierley BD4 6JF | - not rated | 2,237 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holme Middle School Knowles Lane , Holmewood BD4 9AE | - not rated | 2,695 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gregory Middle School Newhall Road , Bierley BD4 6AF | - not rated | 3,139 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Blaise RC Middle School Newhall Road , Bierley BD4 6AF | - not rated | 3,139 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixons Sixth Form, Bradford Bowling Old Lane , BD5 7JR | - not rated | 5,435 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford Academy Lister Avenue , BD4 7QS | - not rated | 3,861 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wedgwood School and Community Nursery Landscove Avenue , Holmewood BD4 0NQ | - not rated | 2,144 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan Harry Street , Off Wakefield Road BD4 9PH | - not rated | 3,206 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bradford District PRU Anerley Street , BD4 7SY | - not rated | 3,456 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolling Special School Anerley Street , BD4 7SY | - not rated | 3,542 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lindley House School Anerley Street , Bowling Hall Road BD4 7SY | - not rated | 3,542 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cru Restaurant | 559-565 Bradford Road, Birkenshaw | 427 yd | |
| Desi Spice - Ground Floor | Desi Spice, 768 Bradford Road | 529 yd | |
| Bambinis Play | Birkenshaw Community Hall, Bradford Road | 764 yd | |
| Argent Catering Solutions at Speedibake Staff Canteen | 6 Cross Lane | 773 yd | |
| Lincs Lounge Cafe | 3 Old Lane, Birkenshaw | 880 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The George | George Iv, 770 Bradford Road | 445 yd | |
| Vault 768 Ltd- lower ground flr | VAULT 768 Ltd, 768 Bradford Road | 474 yd | |
| Birkenshaw Liberal Club | 10 Croft Street, Birkenshaw | 499 yd | |
| East Bierley Community Sports Association | Hunsworth Lane, East Bierley | 619 yd | |
| East Bierley Cricket Club | South View Road, East Bierley | 739 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorside Fisheries | 894 Bradford Road, Birkenshaw | 417 yd | |
| Mild Seven | 541 Bradford Road, Birkenshaw | 427 yd | |
| Boscos | 507 Bradford Road, Birkenshaw | 572 yd | |
| Wonderful Fortune | 38 Westgate Hill Street | 941 yd | |
| Halfway Fisheries | 5 Whitehall Road East, Birkenshaw | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op Food | 529 Bradford Road, Birkenshaw | 427 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Bierley Recreation Ground Hunsworth Lane | grass pitches | 630 yd |
| East Bierley Cricket Club SOUTH VIEW ROAD | grass pitches | 813 yd |
| Tong Recreation Centre (Closed) Westgate Hill Street | grass pitches, swimming pool | 890 yd |
| Tong Upper School (Closed) Westgate Hill Street | health and fitness suite | 890 yd |
| East Bierley Golf Club SOUTH VIEW ROAD | golf | 927 yd |
| Yorkshire Martyrs Catholic College (Closed) | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 963 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 26.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.