Rooley Lane is in Bradford and in Bradford district. BD4 7SE is located in the Bowling and Barkerend electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bradford East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rooley Lane, Bradford, BD4 7SE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD4 7SD, BD4 7SU, BD4 7SX, BD4 7SB, BD4 7SQ, BD4 9NJ, BD4 9NE, BD4 7TG, BD4 7TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BD4 7SE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.8% | 51.3% | -5.5% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 43.2% | 48.8% | 5.6% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 35.1% | 35% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.2% | 48.1% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 3.9% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 8.1% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 8% | 6.5% | -1.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.4% | 37.8% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -10.6% |
| Good health | 42.6% | 38.2% | -4.4% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 15.1% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 7.7% | 3.8% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.1% | 24.8% | -2.3% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 12.2% | 1.1% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 16% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6.9% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 15.6% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 20.6% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 7.3% | 3.8% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 4.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 6.3% | 16.5% | 10.2% | 2.7% | 13.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 4% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 3.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 80.5% | 69.5% | -11.0% | 81.4% | -11.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 5% | 4.4% | 1.6% | 3.4% |
In this area, 88.8% 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 | 89.8% | 88.8% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.2% | 7.8% | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.8% | 88.8% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.1% | 7.8% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.7% | 37.2% | -6.5% |
| Christian | 40.4% | 46.2% | -5.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 21% | 6.5% | 14.5% |
| Sikh | 5.3% | 0.9% | 4.4% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rooley Lane was 333.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 98.8% higher than the Bowling and Barkerend average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rooley Lane has the 13th highest crime rate of 103 local areas in Bowling and Barkerend and the 111th highest crime rate of 1,554 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 114.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 475 Rooley Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2024-10-25 | £77,245 |
| 479 Rooley Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2024-01-13 | £110,988 |
| 485 Rooley Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-10-19 | £222,422 |
| 465 Rooley Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2020-11-27 | £348,308 |
| 477 Rooley Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2016-08-17 | £123,790 |
BD4 7SE 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury Nursery School and Centre for Children and Families Basil Street , Canterbury BD5 9HL | 4out of 4 | 3,324 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Green Nursery School Green Lane , Manningham BD8 8HT | 3out of 4 | 4,191 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Midland Road Nursery School Bateman Street , BD8 7DJ | 4out of 4 | 4,392 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 | 5,273 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 5,274 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Fields Primary Academy Fenby Avenue , BD4 8RG | 3out of 4 | 780 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newhall Park Primary School Newhall Road , Bierley BD4 6AF | 3out of 4 | 957 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columba's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Tong Street , Dudley Hill BD4 9PY | - not rated | 1,042 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowleswood Primary School Knowles Lane , BD4 9AE | 2out of 4 | 1,054 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Dawson Lane , Bierley BD4 6JF | 4out of 4 | 1,295 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford Forster Academy Fenby Avenue , BD4 8RG | 3out of 4 | 803 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bronte Girls' Academy Bolling Road , East Bowling BD4 7EB | - not rated | 1,710 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Dixons City Academy Ripley Street , BD5 7RR | 4out of 4 | 1,980 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Trinity Academy Trinity Road , BD5 0BE | 4out of 4 | 2,583 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons McMillan Academy Trinity Road , BD5 0JD | 4out of 4 | 2,811 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixons Free Sixth Form Bowling Old Lane , BD5 7JR | - not rated | 1,965 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Bradford Nelson Street , BD5 0DX | - not rated | 2,300 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford College Great Horton Road , BD7 1AY | - not rated | 2,938 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford Academy Teasdale Street , BD4 7QJ | 3out of 4 | 191 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | 2out of 4 | 4,829 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan Harry Street , Off Wakefield Road BD4 9PH | - not rated | 427 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Oastlers School Flockton Road , BD4 7RH | 3out of 4 | 506 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Primary Pupil Referral Unit Avenue Road , West Bowling BD5 8DB | 3out of 4 | 1,072 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fountain School 109 - 111 New Cross Street , Bradford BD5 8BP | - not rated | 1,602 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crystal Gardens Primary School 38 - 40 Greaves Street , BD5 7PE | - not rated | 2,405 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tapestry Eats | Unit 9, Spencer Business Centre, Factory Street | 161 yd | |
| Wrap N Roll Sandwich Bar | 73 Rook Lane | 294 yd | |
| Starbucks | Rooley Lane | 314 yd | |
| Java Joe | 1 Corban Street | 371 yd | |
| Subway | 3 Tong Street | 414 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Carvery | 244-246 Rooley Lane | 917 yd | |
| Leicester Street Community Club | Leicester Street | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 465 Rooley Lane | 2 yd | |
| Salt & Chilli House Chinese | 77 Compton Street | 242 yd | |
| McDonalds | Rooley Lane | 274 yd | |
| Subway and Ring Road Service Station | Rooley Lane | 314 yd | |
| Caesar's | 24 Tong Street | 321 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Rooley Lane | 274 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bradford Academy TEASDALE STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 265 yd |
| Bradford Cathedral Community College (Closed) Lister Avenue | grass pitches | 389 yd |
| Knowles Rec Ground Knowles Lane | grass pitches | 718 yd |
| Bowling Pool FLOCKTON ROAD | swimming pool | 740 yd |
| Bradford Forster Academy FENBY AVENUE | grass pitches | 766 yd |
| Lower Fields Primary School FENBY AVENUE | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Newhall Park Primary School NEWHALL ROAD | grass pitches | 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 314 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.