Shirley Avenue is in Wyke, Bradford and in Bradford district. BD12 8RT is located in the Wyke electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bradford South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shirley Avenue, Wyke, Bradford, BD12 8RT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD12 9NB, BD12 8RS, BD12 9AA, BD12 8RR, BD12 8RN, BD12 8RL, BD12 8RU, BD12 9NA, BD12 8RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BD12 8RT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 50.7% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.6% | 49.3% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BD12 8RT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.2% | 54.7% | 12.5% | 37.9% | 16.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.4% | 27.8% | -10.6% | 44.2% | -16.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 9.4% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 6% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 41% | 45.4% | 4.4% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 35.2% | -3.3% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 14.6% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 3.1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
In the area around BD12 8RT this area, 30.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.1% | 30.3% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 16.5% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 6.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 15.2% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.3% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 15.2% | 8.2% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.7% | 16.9% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -16.9% |
| Other | 7% | 1.7% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 92.3% | 93.5% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 95.7% | 96.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 96.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.4% | 76.7% | -15.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 36.9% | 13.5% | 23.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.1% | 37.2% | 23.9% |
| Christian | 29.8% | 46.2% | -16.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shirley Avenue was 172.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.8% higher than the Royds average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shirley Avenue has the 24th highest crime rate of 93 local areas in Royds and the 364th highest crime rate of 1,554 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 101.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Shirley Avenue, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2018-10-05 | £133,718 |
| 9 Shirley Avenue, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,500 | 2017-10-16 | £101,589 |
| 6 Shirley Avenue, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £89,950 | 2015-09-02 | £139,964 |
| 6 Shirley Avenue, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2015-08-28 | £101,426 |
| 9 Shirley Avenue, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £92,500 | 2008-03-07 | £138,688 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Looking after home or family | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirley Manor Primary School Methuen Oval , Wyke BD12 8SA | 3out of 4 | 372 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bailiffe Bridge Junior and Infant School Victoria Road , Bailiff Bridge HD6 4DY | 3out of 4 | 1,106 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worthinghead Primary School Wyke Lane , Wyke BD12 9EL | 2out of 4 | 1,444 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scholes Village Primary School Old Popplewell Lane , Scholes BD19 6DN | 3out of 4 | 1,445 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffe Hill Community Primary School Stoney Lane , Lightcliffe HX3 8TW | 3out of 4 | 1,726 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lightcliffe Academy Stoney Lane , Lightcliffe HX3 8TL | 1out of 4 | 1,535 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighouse High School Finkil Street , HD6 2NY | 3out of 4 | 2,711 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitcliffe Mount School Turnsteads Avenue , BD19 3AQ | 3out of 4 | 3,480 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buttershaw Business & Enterprise College Academy Reevy Road West , Buttershaw BD6 3PX | 2out of 4 | 4,191 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rastrick High School Field Top Road , Rastrick HD6 3XB | 3out of 4 | 4,503 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | 2out of 4 | 1,267 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hipperholme Grammar School Bramley Lane , Halifax HX3 8JE | - not rated | 2,740 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadbeck Learning Centre Brearcliffe Drive , Buttershaw BD6 2LE | - not rated | 3,622 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millcourt School 2 Shelf Mills , Wade House HX3 7PA | - not rated | 3,726 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Southfield Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | 3out of 4 | 5,020 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| William Henry Smith School Boothroyd , HD6 3JW | 4out of 4 | 5,162 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Wyke Community Lunch | Chapel Fold | 280 yd | |
| Pam's Place | Units 5 To 6, Titan Shopping Centre, Town Gate | 892 yd | |
| Cafe Route 609 | 609 Huddersfield Road | 992 yd | |
| The Meeting Place | 50 Town Gate | 996 yd | |
| Hidden House Coffee | 3 Drake Fold | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ego Wyke | Whitehall Road | 277 yd | |
| Brown Cow Inn | 63 Town Gate | 799 yd | |
| Oddfellows Hall Inn (Bar Only) | 82 Town Gate | 892 yd | |
| Top Odd | 40-42 Town Gate | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Balti/Flaming Hot | 70 Blackstone Avenue | 292 yd | |
| New Wok Express | 184 Town Gate | 615 yd | |
| Wyke Fisheries | 66 Town Gate | 892 yd | |
| Yorkshire Fisheries | 49 Town Gate | 959 yd | |
| Tabriz Persian Cuisine | 32 Town Gate | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Town Gate | 799 yd | |
| B&M Express | Titan Shopping Centre, Town Gate | 899 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bailiff Bridge | grass pitches | 611 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 | 35.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 89.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.