Roper Lane is in Queensbury, Bradford and in Bradford district. BD13 2NR is located in the Queensbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bradford South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Roper Lane, Queensbury, Bradford, BD13 2NR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BD13 2NR has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 47.9% | -3.7% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 48.4% | 52.1% | 3.7% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BD13 2NR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.8% | 30.2% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.1% | 54.6% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 10.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 10% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.3% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.4%) 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 | 51.1% | 49.9% | -1.2% | 48.4% | 1.5% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 36.5% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 8.5% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 4% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 14.2% | 12.3% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 10.6% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 14.7% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 10.1% | 5.5% | -4.6% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 19.5% | 3.6% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 35.6% | 10.9% | 33.8% | 1.8% |
| Other | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.5% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 99.2% | 99.1% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 99.1% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.3% | 37.2% | 7.1% |
| Christian | 47.7% | 46.2% | 1.5% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roper Lane was 38.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.5% lower than the Queensbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Roper Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Queensbury and the 262nd lowest crime rate of 1,554 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Barn Roper Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-01-31 | £166,650 |
| The Mayroyd Roper Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £519,950 | 2017-05-18 | £683,779 |
| Full-Time Employee | 127 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Education | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shibden Head Primary Academy Hainsworth Moor Grove , Queensbury BD13 2ND | 3out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxhill Primary School Brighouse and Denholme Road , Queensbury BD13 1LN | 3out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradshaw Primary School Ingham Lane , Bradshaw HX2 9PF | 3out of 4 | 1,251 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Russell Hall Primary School West End , Queensbury BD13 2AW | 3out of 4 | 1,351 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehill Community Academy Occupation Lane , Illingworth HX2 9RL | 4out of 4 | 1,828 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Academy Bradford Deanstones Lane , BD13 2AS | - not rated | 1,581 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The North Halifax Grammar School Moorbottom Road , Illingworth HX2 9SU | 4out of 4 | 1,706 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy, Halifax Shay Lane , HX2 9TZ | 4out of 4 | 1,751 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Thornton Leaventhorpe Lane , Thornton BD13 3BH | 2out of 4 | 4,494 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buttershaw Business & Enterprise College Academy Reevy Road West , Buttershaw BD6 3PX | 2out of 4 | 5,440 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Sixth Form Academy Northgate House , HX1 1UN | - not rated | 5,218 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Whitley AP Academy Whitley Phoenix Centre , HX2 9SR | 3out of 4 | 1,875 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria Thornton View Road , Clayton BD14 6JX | - not rated | 4,202 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Millcourt School 2 Shelf Mills , Wade House HX3 7PA | - not rated | 4,314 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadwood School 252 Moorend Road , Pellon HX2 0RU | - not rated | 4,779 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Dolphin Inn (Bar Only) | Ford Hill | 682 yd | |
| Queensbury Cricket Club | Cricket Ground And Pavilion, Old Guy Road | 781 yd | |
| Omnibus Tavern | Halifax Road | 801 yd | |
| Bradshaw Cricket Club | Bradshaw Lane, Bradshaw | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Fisheries | West End | 992 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queensbury Cricket Club MICKLE MOSS FARM MICKLE MOSS FARM OLD GUY ROAD | grass pitches | 515 yd |
| Bradshaw Cricket Club BRADSHAW LANE | grass pitches | 918 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 93.8% |
| Median download speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 19.51 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 19.51 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 0.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 0.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 0.65 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.