Wilsden Road is in Allerton, Bradford and in Bradford district. BD15 9AD 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 Wilsden Road, Allerton, Bradford, BD15 9AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD15 9AE, BD15 9JJ, BD15 9JB, BD15 9LP, BD15 9LR, BD15 9JP, BD15 9JS, BD15 9LT, BD15 9AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BD15 9AD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 50.2% | 49.6% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.4% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 BD15 9AD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.7% 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 | 26.9% | 35.7% | 8.8% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 51.7% | -9.0% | 44.2% | 7.5% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 5.8% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 5.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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%) 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 | 53.6% | 48.9% | -4.7% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 37.1% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 9.9% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 15.2% | 15.7% | 0.5% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 8.3% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 15.7% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 4% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 20.8% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.9% | 33.3% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 2.7% | 2.6% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 6.7% | 18.6% | 11.9% | 2.7% | 15.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 86.4% | 68.8% | -17.6% | 81.4% | -12.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 89.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.3% | 89.8% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 5.8% | 1.8% | 5.6% | 0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 89.5% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.6% | 8.6% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 76.7% | 13.2% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.1% | 37.2% | -9.1% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Hindu | 3% | 1.7% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 19% | 6.5% | 12.5% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wilsden Road was 65.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.9% lower than the Clayton and Fairweather Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wilsden Road has the 32nd lowest crime rate of 110 local areas in Clayton and Fairweather Green and the 557th lowest crime rate of 1,554 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46 Wilsden Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-11-22 | £169,306 |
| 154A Wilsden Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2024-11-22 | £508,301 |
| 48 Wilsden Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-10-18 | £186,012 |
| Sandy Lane Garage Wilsden Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2023-07-05 | £522,355 |
| 54 Wilsden Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2021-09-06 | £196,108 |
BD15 9AD 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 | 158 |
| Retired | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Education | 51 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 50 |
| Human health and social work activities | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| 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 | 3,849 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hirst Wood Nursery School Clarence Road , BD18 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 4,112 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 4,226 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Green Nursery School Green Lane , Manningham BD8 8HT | 3out of 4 | 5,341 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Lane Primary School Cottingley Road , Allerton BD15 9JU | 3out of 4 | 472 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Allerton Primary School and Nursery Garforth Street , Allerton BD15 7HB | 2out of 4 | 1,649 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilsden Primary School Tweedy Street , Wilsden BD15 0AE | 2out of 4 | 1,904 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ley Top Primary School Avenel Road , Allerton BD15 7PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,916 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottingley Village Primary School Cottingley Moor Road , Cottingley BD16 1SY | - not rated | 2,026 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Vue Girls' Academy Thorn Lane , Bingley Road BD9 6NA | 3out of 4 | 1,896 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Beckfoot Upper Heaton Thorn Lane , Heaton BD9 6AL | 3out of 4 | 2,021 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Cottingley Academy Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | 1out of 4 | 2,456 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Thornton Leaventhorpe Lane , Thornton BD13 3BH | 2out of 4 | 3,016 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | 4out of 4 | 3,338 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shipley College Exhibition Road , BD18 3JW | - not rated | 4,523 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,594 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford Girls' Grammar School Squire Lane , BD9 6RB | 1out of 4 | 3,264 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chellow Heights Special School Thorn Lane , Bingley Road BD9 6AL | 3out of 4 | 2,102 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Park School Thorn Lane , Heaton BD9 6RY | 1out of 4 | 2,271 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazelbeck Special School Wagon Lane , BD16 1EE | 4out of 4 | 2,612 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherleigh and Rossefield School Parsons Road , Heaton BD9 4AY | - not rated | 3,915 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prism Independent School Walker Drive , Girlington BD8 9ES | - not rated | 4,368 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Watering Can Tea Room | Carlton Nurseries, Cottingley Moor Road | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Lane Cricket Club | Cottingley Road | 285 yd | |
| The Victoria Hotel | 8 Cottingley Road | 285 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Park COTTINGLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 191 yd |
| Prune Park Recreation Ground IVY LANE | 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 152 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.