Saltaire Road is in Shipley and in Bradford district. BD18 3JN is located in the Shipley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Shipley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Saltaire Road, Shipley, BD18 3JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD18 3JL, BD18 3JF, BD18 3LL, BD18 3JT, BD18 3JJ, BD18 3JU, BD18 3JX, BD18 3JP, BD18 3JH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BD18 3JN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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% | 49.3% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 49% | 50.7% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 BD18 3JN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.9% 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 | 48% | 47.9% | -0.1% | 37.9% | 10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.4% | 35.4% | 3.0% | 44.2% | -8.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 11.5% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 3.6% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 (85.7%) 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% | 49.3% | -1.7% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 36.4% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 11.1% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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% | 10.4% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -7.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 10.4% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 14% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 6.2% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 15% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.7% | 43% | 1.3% | 33.8% | 9.2% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.2% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 3.3% | 3.2% | -0.1% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 90.9% | 91.2% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 9.8% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 91.3% | 92.1% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.3% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 91.7% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 2.3% | -3.9% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.1% | 37.2% | 23.9% |
| Christian | 31% | 46.2% | -15.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Saltaire Road was 127.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.8% higher than the Heaton average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Saltaire Road has the 36th highest crime rate of 107 local areas in Heaton and the 531st highest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 Saltaire Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2008-04-03 | £199,428 |
| 65 Saltaire Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 1997-11-03 | £285,188 |
| 65 Saltaire Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 1996-10-30 | £218,462 |
BD18 3JN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst Wood Nursery School Clarence Road , BD18 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 517 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 3,613 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Midland Road Nursery School Bateman Street , BD8 7DJ | 4out of 4 | 4,143 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Nursery School & Children's Centre Washington Street , Girlington BD8 9QW | 4out of 4 | 4,198 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Green Nursery School Green Lane , Manningham BD8 8HT | 4out of 4 | 4,430 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wycliffe CofE Primary School Saltaire Road , BD18 3HZ | 3out of 4 | 148 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wycliffe CofE Primary School Saltaire Road , BD18 3HZ | - not rated | 209 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltaire Primary School Albert Road , BD18 4NR | 3out of 4 | 440 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Walburga's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Victoria Park , BD18 4RL | 3out of 4 | 552 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Walburga's Catholic Primary School Victoria Park , BD18 4RL | - not rated | 552 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titus Salt School Higher Coach Road , Baildon BD17 5RH | 3out of 4 | 810 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aire Valley School Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | - not rated | 2,210 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Samuel Lister Academy Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | - not rated | 2,210 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Cottingley Academy Cottingley New Road , BD16 1TZ | 3out of 4 | 2,217 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's and St Joseph's Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy Highgate , Heaton BD9 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,563 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wycliffe CofE Middle School Saltaire Road , BD18 3HZ | - not rated | 209 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nab Wood Middle School New Close Road , BD18 4AB | - not rated | 1,591 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Middle School West Lane , Baildon BD17 5DH | - not rated | 1,607 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodend Middle School Wrose Brow Road , BD18 2NT | - not rated | 1,920 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrose Brow Middle School Wrose Brow Road , BD18 2NT | - not rated | 1,981 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shipley College Exhibition Road , BD18 3JW | - not rated | 83 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 | 2out of 4 | 4,702 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford Central PRU Baker Street , Saltaire BD18 3JE | - not rated | 122 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford Alternative Provision Academy Baker Street , Saltaire BD18 3JE | 4out of 4 | 122 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Airview Pre-Assessment Centre Back Baker Street , Saltaire BD18 3JE | - not rated | 189 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Park Preparatory School 7 Victoria Park , BD18 4RL | - not rated | 294 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Old Gables 2 New Close Road , Nab Wood BD18 4HX | - not rated | 1,377 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Mia | 206 Saltaire Road | 121 yd | |
| Cultures | 79 Victoria Road | 128 yd | |
| Saltaire Pizza | 43 Saltaire Road | 147 yd | |
| Shipley College Teaching Kitchen | The Jonathan Silver Building, Shipley College, Victoria Road | 156 yd | |
| Saltaire Methodist Toddlers | Saltaire Methodist Church, Saltaire Road | 186 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fannys Ale House (Bar Only) | 63 Saltaire Road | 2 yd | |
| The Salt Cellar | 192 Saltaire Road | 45 yd | |
| Caroline Street Social Club | Caroline Street | 148 yd | |
| The Boathouse Inn | Victoria Road | 260 yd | |
| Don't Tell Titus | 6-7 Victoria Road | 260 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Rainbow | 65 Saltaire Road | 2 yd | |
| Digin’s Hut | 13 Victoria Road | 156 yd | |
| Salts Village Bakery | 8 Victoria Road | 260 yd | |
| Websters of Saltaire | 62 Bingley Road | 417 yd | |
| Caracas Pizza and Kebbab | 54 Saltaire Road | 459 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 33 Back Saltaire Road | 418 yd | |
| Co-op | Bingley Road | 549 yd | |
| Lidl | 5 Salts Mill Road | 745 yd | |
| Asda | Manor Lane | 827 yd | |
| Iceland | 30 Market Square | 902 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shipley College EXHIBITION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 71 yd |
| Park St Rec Ground PARK STREET | grass pitches | 148 yd |
| Shipley Swimming Pool And Gym ALEXANDRA ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 625 yd |
| Roberts Park PARKWAY | grass pitches | 634 yd |
| Salts (Saltaire) Sports Association Victoria Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 643 yd |
| Salt Grammar School (Closed) Higher Coach Road | grass pitches | 808 yd |
| Workouts Gyms (Shipley) (Closed) SHIPLEY WHARFE SHIPLEY WHARFE WHARF STREET | health and fitness suite | 830 yd |
| Titus Salt School HIGHER COACH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 938 yd |
| Jimmys Health & Fitness Centre (Closed) Dale Street | health and fitness suite | 956 yd |
| Baildon Recreation Centre GREEN LANE | health and fitness suite | 963 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.