Birkenshaw Lane is in Birkenshaw, Bradford and in Kirklees district. BD11 2HB 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 Birkenshaw Lane, Birkenshaw, Bradford, BD11 2HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD11 2HA, BD11 2EU, BD11 2ET, BD11 2EX, BD11 2EY, BD11 2ER, BD11 2EZ, BD11 2LH, BD11 2ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BD11 2HB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 51.9% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 51.4% | 48.1% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 27.8% | 29.6% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.7% | 47.4% | -8.3% | 44.2% | 3.2% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 12.2% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 9.4% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.2% | 54.7% | 11.5% | 48.4% | 6.3% |
| Good health | 41.6% | 30.6% | -11.0% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 10.9% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 16% | 14.1% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 13.6% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 11.7% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 9% | 6.6% | -2.4% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 19.7% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.6% | 31% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -2.8% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.3% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.1% | 92.6% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 96.5% | 96.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 96.9% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 76.7% | 13.2% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 57% | 46.2% | 10.8% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birkenshaw Lane was 75.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.1% lower than the Birstall and Birkenshaw average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birkenshaw Lane has the 15th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Birstall and Birkenshaw and the 631st highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Birkenshaw Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-12-11 | £145,110 |
| 63 Birkenshaw Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2023-11-22 | £158,296 |
| 7 Birkenshaw Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2023-10-19 | £149,650 |
| 15 Birkenshaw Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-09-29 | £164,148 |
| 11 Birkenshaw Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £139,340 | 2023-09-28 | £152,483 |
BD11 2HB area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BD11 2HB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birkenshaw Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Station Lane , Birkenshaw BD11 2JE | 3out of 4 | 943 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Bierley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School South View Road , East Bierley BD4 6PH | 3out of 4 | 1,711 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Drighlington Primary School Moorland Road , Drighlington BD11 1JY | 3out of 4 | 1,768 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Birstall Nova Lane , Birstall WF17 9LQ | 4out of 4 | 1,787 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fieldhead Primary Academy Charlotte Close , Birstall WF17 9BX | 3out of 4 | 2,043 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBG Academy Bradford Road , BD19 4BE | 3out of 4 | 530 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tong Leadership Academy Westgate Hill Street , BD4 6NR | 1out of 4 | 1,970 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Batley Girls High School Windmill Lane , WF17 0LD | 4out of 4 | 3,445 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Whitcliffe Mount School Turnsteads Avenue , BD19 3AQ | 3out of 4 | 4,114 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bruntcliffe Academy Bruntcliffe Lane , Morley LS27 0LZ | 3out of 4 | 4,649 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batley Grammar School Carlinghow Hill , WF17 0AD | 3out of 4 | 4,506 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford Academy Teasdale Street , BD4 7QJ | 3out of 4 | 4,781 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield School White Lee Road , WF17 8AS | 3out of 4 | 3,715 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pivot Acadmey Rawfolds Way , Cleckheaton BD19 5LJ | - not rated | 3,891 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dale House School Ruby Street , Carlinghow WF17 8HL | - not rated | 4,323 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan Harry Street , Off Wakefield Road BD4 9PH | - not rated | 4,360 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Fulneck School Fulneck , Pudsey LS28 8DS | - not rated | 4,594 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincs Lounge Cafe | 3 Old Lane, Birkenshaw | 419 yd | |
| Cafe Fresco | Whitehall Mills, Whitehall Road East | 535 yd | |
| Bambinis Play | Birkenshaw Community Hall, Bradford Road | 796 yd | |
| Desi Spice - Ground Floor | Desi Spice, 768 Bradford Road | 895 yd | |
| Grand Cru Restaurant | 559-565 Bradford Road, Birkenshaw | 985 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Fleece | 23 Whitehall Road East, Birkenshaw | 535 yd | |
| Halfway House | 1 Whitehall Road East, Birkenshaw | 535 yd | |
| Birkenshaw Liberal Club | 10 Croft Street, Birkenshaw | 873 yd | |
| Vault 768 Ltd- lower ground flr | VAULT 768 Ltd, 768 Bradford Road | 921 yd | |
| The George | George Iv, 770 Bradford Road | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halfway Fisheries | 5 Whitehall Road East, Birkenshaw | 535 yd | |
| Boscos | 507 Bradford Road, Birkenshaw | 934 yd | |
| Mild Seven | 541 Bradford Road, Birkenshaw | 985 yd | |
| Dolphin Fisheries | 261 Whitehall Road, Drighlington | 1,020 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op Food | 529 Bradford Road, Birkenshaw | 985 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsley Recreation Ground GHYLLROYD DRIVE | grass pitches | 271 yd |
| Bbg Academy BRADFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 599 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 | 68.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.