North Cliffe Drive is in Thornton, Bradford and in Bradford district. BD13 3EA is located in the Thornton and Allerton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bradford West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about North Cliffe Drive, Thornton, Bradford, BD13 3EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD13 3BU, BD13 3DY, BD13 3EB, BD13 3BT, BD13 3HH, BD13 3HL, BD13 3DZ, BD13 3QR, BD13 3AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BD13 3EA 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 | 52.6% | 47.9% | -4.7% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 47.4% | 52.1% | 4.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.6% | 35.2% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 44.1% | -9.5% | 44.2% | -0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10% | 11% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 7.5% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 44.2% | 44.2% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 33.2% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 18% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 23.6% | 24.9% | 1.3% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 9.6% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 14.8% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 9.2% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 13.1% | -2.1% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 24.5% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -9.3% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.9% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.8% | 94.7% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 97.1% | 96.1% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 96.1% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 76.7% | 7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.9% | 37.2% | 7.7% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Cliffe Drive was 83.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.1% higher than the Bingley Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
North Cliffe Drive has the 32nd highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Bingley Rural and the 714th lowest crime rate of 1,554 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 North Cliffe Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,995 | 2024-10-23 | £182,553 |
| 26 North Cliffe Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-03-27 | £208,453 |
| 13 North Cliffe Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-11-17 | £182,222 |
| 44 North Cliffe Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-01-27 | £177,760 |
| 18 North Cliffe Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-11-15 | £182,029 |
BD13 3EA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edmund's Nursery School & Children's Centre Washington Street , Girlington BD8 9QW | 4out of 4 | 4,181 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 4,938 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canterbury Nursery School and Centre for Children and Families Basil Street , Canterbury BD5 9HL | 4out of 4 | 5,153 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Primary School Thornton Road , Thornton BD13 3NN | 2out of 4 | 915 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Academy At St. James Chelwood Drive , Allerton BD15 7YD | 1out of 4 | 1,440 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ley Top Primary School Avenel Road , Allerton BD15 7PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,915 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Catholic Primary School Saffron Drive , Allerton BD15 7NE | 3out of 4 | 1,918 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Allerton Primary School and Nursery Garforth Street , Allerton BD15 7HB | 2out of 4 | 2,149 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beckfoot Thornton Leaventhorpe Lane , Thornton BD13 3BH | 2out of 4 | 1,690 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Bradford Deanstones Lane , BD13 2AS | - not rated | 3,352 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Upper Heaton Thorn Lane , Heaton BD9 6AL | 3out of 4 | 3,968 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belle Vue Girls' Academy Thorn Lane , Bingley Road BD9 6NA | 3out of 4 | 3,994 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Dixons Kings Academy Northside Road , BD7 2AN | 4out of 4 | 4,076 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixons Allerton Academy Rhodesway , BD8 0DH | 3out of 4 | 2,589 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford Girls' Grammar School Squire Lane , BD9 6RB | 1out of 4 | 3,747 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazelbeck Special School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | 4out of 4 | 2,725 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria Thornton View Road , Clayton BD14 6JX | - not rated | 2,920 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Chellow Heights Special School Thorn Lane , Bingley Road BD9 6AL | 3out of 4 | 3,948 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Park School Thorn Lane , Heaton BD9 6RY | 1out of 4 | 4,093 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prism Independent School Walker Drive , Girlington BD8 9ES | - not rated | 4,639 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 Manzil Restaurant | 102-104 Market Street | 491 yd | |
| Christophe's Coffee House | 381 Thornton Road | 555 yd | |
| Plenty at the Square | South Square Centre, South Square | 626 yd | |
| Lockwoods Sandwiches and Pies | 492 Thornton Road | 731 yd | |
| Masala Express | 504 Thornton Road | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Boar | 354 Thornton Road | 317 yd | |
| Thornton Conservative Club (Bar Only) | Conservative Club, 383-389 Thornton Road | 555 yd | |
| The New Inn | 363 Thornton Road | 555 yd | |
| The Bronte Nook | 1 West Lane | 585 yd | |
| The Black Horse (Bar Only) | 2 West Lane | 587 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Delight | 498 Thornton Road | 731 yd | |
| The Deli Counter | 395 Thornton Road | 767 yd | |
| Thornton Fisheries | 413 Thornton Road | 767 yd | |
| Jades Chinese Takeaway | 409 Thornton Road | 767 yd | |
| Jenny's Tasty Baps | 451 Thornton Road | 880 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Thornton Road | 478 yd | |
| Co Op | 510-514 Thornton Road | 731 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St James Church Hall ST JAMES CHURCH HALL ST JAMES CHURCH HALL THORNTON ROAD | 251 yd | |
| Bronte Fitness Club (Closed) Thornton Road | health and fitness suite | 313 yd |
| Thornton Primary School THORNTON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,009 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 160.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.