Otley Road is in Shipley and in Bradford district. BD18 3PY 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 Otley Road, Shipley, BD18 3PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD18 3PQ, BD18 3QB, BD18 3PU, BD18 3SA, BD18 3QD, BD18 3QW, BD17 7DE, BD18 3SR, BD17 7BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BD18 3PY is primarily male, with 61.7% of the population 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 | 42.3% | 38.3% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -12.7% |
| Male | 57.7% | 61.7% | 4.0% | 49.0% | 12.7% |
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 3PY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.8% 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 | 57.7% | 53.8% | -3.9% | 37.9% | 15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 15.1% | 12.6% | -2.5% | 44.2% | -31.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 14% | 10.8% | 2.2% | 11.8% |
| Divorced | 17.3% | 16.8% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 7.7% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 1.4% | -5.3% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.7% | 29.4% | -10.3% | 48.4% | -19.0% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 45.1% | 12.5% | 33.6% | 11.5% |
| Fair health | 16% | 15% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 10.5% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 6.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 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.
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 | 32.4% | 22.5% | -9.9% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 12% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 14.8% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 9.2% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 19% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 21.8% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 5.4% | 0.7% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 6.3% | 6.0% | 2.7% | 3.6% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 89.7% | 80.4% | -9.3% | 81.4% | -1.0% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 77.1% 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 | 82.6% | 77.1% | -5.5% | 83.2% | -6.1% |
| European Union | 9.4% | 14.4% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 8.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.7% | 7.2% | 1.5% | 5.6% | 1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.7% | 76.6% | -5.1% | 83.2% | -6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 10.4% | 8.7% | 9.8% | 0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.9% | 7.1% | 0.2% | 2.9% | 4.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.9% | 1.9% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 3.9% | -1.0% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.2% | 76.7% | -13.5% |
| Ireland | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 6.5% | 1.3% | 5.2% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 5.8% | 1.5% | 4.3% |
| Turkey | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 3.2% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 40% | 46.2% | -6.2% |
| Muslim | 9.7% | 6.5% | 3.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Otley Road was 552.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 424.9% higher than the Heaton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Otley Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 107 local areas in Heaton and the 31st highest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 263.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Otley Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-07-02 | £213,218 |
| 49 Otley Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2018-07-02 | £153,054 |
| 49 Otley Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £243,000 | 2006-04-04 | £427,941 |
| 45 Otley Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2005-08-22 | £612,785 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Other | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Retired | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst Wood Nursery School Clarence Road , BD18 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,444 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 3,241 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Midland Road Nursery School Bateman Street , BD8 7DJ | 4out of 4 | 3,470 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Green Nursery School Green Lane , Manningham BD8 8HT | 4out of 4 | 3,862 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 | 3,959 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shipley CofE Primary School Otley Road , BD18 2PT | 3out of 4 | 584 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shipley CofE Primary School Otley Road , BD18 2PT | - not rated | 609 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Crags Primary Leadership Academy Crag Road , BD18 2ES | 3out of 4 | 704 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Crags Primary School Crag Road , BD18 2ES | - not rated | 704 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wycliffe CofE Primary School Saltaire Road , BD18 3HZ | - not rated | 743 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | 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 | 1,606 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's and St Joseph's Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy Highgate , Heaton BD9 4BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,362 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Grammar School Highgate , Heaton BD9 4BQ | - not rated | 2,362 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Bede's and St Joseph's Catholic College Highgate , Heaton BD9 4BQ | - not rated | 2,362 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Challenge College North Avenue , BD8 7ND | - not rated | 2,448 yd | Community school | 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 | 743 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodend Middle School Wrose Brow Road , BD18 2NT | - not rated | 1,039 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrose Brow Middle School Wrose Brow Road , BD18 2NT | - not rated | 1,073 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Frizinghall Middle School Salisbury Road , Frizinghall BD9 4HW | - not rated | 1,518 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Middle School West Lane , Baildon BD17 5DH | - not rated | 1,785 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 | 967 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford College Great Horton Road , BD7 1AY | - not rated | 5,266 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 | 4,775 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education In Hospital 2 (BRI) C/O 21 Owlet Road , Shipley BD18 2LU | - not rated | 513 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Education In Hospital 1 (Airedale) C/O 21 Owlet Road , Shipley BD18 2LU | - not rated | 513 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tracks 21 Owlet Road , BD18 2LU | - not rated | 513 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Airview Pre-Assessment Centre Back Baker Street , Saltaire BD18 3JE | - not rated | 816 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford Central PRU Baker Street , Saltaire BD18 3JE | - not rated | 838 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bothy Shipley | 53-55 Otley Road | 5 yd | |
| Carauld Metal Box | 124 Dockfield Road | 44 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 11 Market Street | 118 yd | |
| Go Bowling Shipley Lanes | Market Street | 118 yd | |
| Market Choice Cafe | Unit 41 And 42, Market Hall, Westgate | 147 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hockney (Bar Only) | 3 Dale Street | 20 yd | |
| The Sir Norman Rae | 1 Market Square | 37 yd | |
| Shipley Conservative Club (Bar Only) | 78-82 Otley Road | 88 yd | |
| Cricketers Arms | 5 Kirkgate | 105 yd | |
| Sun Hotel | 3 Kirkgate | 114 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 45 Otley Road | 5 yd | |
| Rajas | 11b Market Street | 88 yd | |
| Le Monde | 13 Arndale Shopping Centre, Market Square | 110 yd | |
| Shipley Sandwich Bar | 12 Arndale Shopping Centre, Market Square | 110 yd | |
| Greggs | 32 Market Square | 130 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 30 Market Square | 37 yd | |
| Asda | Manor Lane | 247 yd | |
| Aldi | 4 Tony Miller Approach | 391 yd | |
| Lidl | 5 Salts Mill Road | 514 yd | |
| Tesco | 33 Back Saltaire Road | 542 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jimmys Health & Fitness Centre (Closed) Dale Street | health and fitness suite | 45 yd |
| Workouts Gyms (Shipley) (Closed) SHIPLEY WHARFE SHIPLEY WHARFE WHARF STREET | health and fitness suite | 251 yd |
| Shipley Swimming Pool And Gym ALEXANDRA ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 468 yd |
| Haworth Road Methodists Church Cricket Club HAWORTH ROAD METHODIST CRICKET GROUND HAWORTH ROAD METHODIST CRICKET GROUND GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 533 yd |
| Baildon Recreation Centre GREEN LANE | health and fitness suite | 589 yd |
| Park St Rec Ground PARK STREET | grass pitches | 954 yd |
| Northcliffe Park Bradford Road | grass pitches | 962 yd |
| Shipley College EXHIBITION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 977 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.