Thornton Road is in Thornton, Bradford and in Bradford district. BD13 3LP 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 Thornton Road, Thornton, Bradford, BD13 3LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD13 3HW, BD13 3LN, BD13 3LT, BD13 3EQ, BD13 3HG, BD13 3LS, BD13 3HE, BD13 3HU, BD13 3HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BD13 3LP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% | 51.8% | -2.7% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 45.5% | 48.2% | 2.7% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 40.5% | 36.4% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.7% | 41.5% | 9.8% | 44.2% | -2.7% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 11% | 12% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 13.7% | 6.5% | -7.2% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31.7% | 33.1% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -15.3% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 32.7% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 25% | 24% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 11.3% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 7.9% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 2.4% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
In the area around BD13 3LP this area, 36.6% 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 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37% | 36.6% | -0.4% | 18.2% | 18.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 7.4% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 13.4% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.1% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 13% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.3% | 21.8% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.8% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 5.6% | 10.7% | 5.1% | 2.7% | 8.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 90.7% | 86.9% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 5.5% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 92.2% | 91.8% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 3.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 91.8% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 5.5% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 20.9% | 13.5% | 7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.7% | 37.2% | -3.5% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 10.6% | 6.5% | 4.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thornton Road was 239.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 207.1% higher than the Bingley Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thornton Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Bingley Rural and the 203rd highest crime rate of 1,554 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 138.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 364 Thornton Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £136,500 | 2018-07-27 | £194,169 |
| 356 Thornton Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £124,995 | 2008-05-02 | £178,495 |
| 360 Thornton Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2007-11-16 | £165,357 |
| 356 Thornton Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2007-09-13 | £193,887 |
| 364 Thornton Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2007-04-03 | £213,429 |
BD13 3LP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BD13 3LP 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 | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 4,426 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 5,200 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 | 5,243 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 | 685 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Academy At St. James Chelwood Drive , Allerton BD15 7YD | 1out of 4 | 1,706 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Catholic Primary School Saffron Drive , Allerton BD15 7NE | 3out of 4 | 2,200 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ley Top Primary School Avenel Road , Allerton BD15 7PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,211 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxhill Primary School Brighouse and Denholme Road , Queensbury BD13 1LN | 3out of 4 | 2,232 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 1,861 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Bradford Deanstones Lane , BD13 2AS | - not rated | 3,087 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Kings Academy Northside Road , BD7 2AN | 4out of 4 | 4,246 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Upper Heaton Thorn Lane , Heaton BD9 6AL | 3out of 4 | 4,286 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belle Vue Girls' Academy Thorn Lane , Bingley Road BD9 6NA | 3out of 4 | 4,312 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixons Allerton Academy Rhodesway , BD8 0DH | 3out of 4 | 2,852 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford Girls' Grammar School Squire Lane , BD9 6RB | 1out of 4 | 4,011 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria Thornton View Road , Clayton BD14 6JX | - not rated | 2,915 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Hazelbeck Special School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | 4out of 4 | 2,992 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chellow Heights Special School Thorn Lane , Bingley Road BD9 6AL | 3out of 4 | 4,264 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Park School Thorn Lane , Heaton BD9 6RY | 1out of 4 | 4,408 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prism Independent School Walker Drive , Girlington BD8 9ES | - not rated | 4,872 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 | 284 yd | |
| Christophe's Coffee House | 381 Thornton Road | 287 yd | |
| Plenty at the Square | South Square Centre, South Square | 371 yd | |
| Lockwoods Sandwiches and Pies | 492 Thornton Road | 514 yd | |
| Masala Express | 504 Thornton Road | 543 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Boar | 354 Thornton Road | 4 yd | |
| Thornton Conservative Club (Bar Only) | Conservative Club, 383-389 Thornton Road | 287 yd | |
| The New Inn | 363 Thornton Road | 287 yd | |
| The Bronte Nook | 1 West Lane | 372 yd | |
| The Black Horse (Bar Only) | 2 West Lane | 440 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Delight | 498 Thornton Road | 514 yd | |
| The Deli Counter | 395 Thornton Road | 543 yd | |
| Thornton Fisheries | 413 Thornton Road | 543 yd | |
| Jades Chinese Takeaway | 409 Thornton Road | 543 yd | |
| Jenny's Tasty Baps | 451 Thornton Road | 668 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | 510-514 Thornton Road | 514 yd | |
| Tesco | Thornton Road | 660 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bronte Fitness Club (Closed) Thornton Road | health and fitness suite | 7 yd |
| St James Church Hall ST JAMES CHURCH HALL ST JAMES CHURCH HALL THORNTON ROAD | 322 yd | |
| Thornton Primary School THORNTON ROAD | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Headley Golf Club HEADLEY GOLF CLUB HEADLEY GOLF CLUB HEADLEY LANE | golf | 1,039 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 134.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.