Elsdon Grove is in Bradford and in Bradford district. BD5 0SP is located in the City electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bradford West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elsdon Grove, Bradford, BD5 0SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD5 0SR, BD5 0TJ, BD5 0TW, BD5 0SS, BD5 0SG, BD5 0TQ, BD5 0TN, BD5 0XA, BD5 0TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BD5 0SP is primarily male, with 54.6% 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 | 51.4% | 45.4% | -6.0% | 51.0% | -5.6% |
| Male | 48.6% | 54.6% | 6.0% | 49.0% | 5.6% |
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 BD5 0SP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.7% 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 | 40.8% | 51.7% | 10.9% | 37.9% | 13.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.2% | 23.9% | -8.3% | 44.2% | -20.3% |
| Separated | 6.7% | 5.1% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Divorced | 16.1% | 16.5% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 7.4% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 (67.5%) 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 | 34.1% | 35.9% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -12.5% |
| Good health | 32% | 31.6% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 21.8% | 17.7% | -4.1% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 12% | 5.1% | 4.0% | 8.0% |
| Very bad health | 5.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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.
In the area around BD5 0SP this area, 35.8% 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 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.7% | 35.8% | -9.9% | 18.2% | 17.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 12.7% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.1% | 12.7% | 5.6% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.5% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 10.4% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 18.5% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 9.4% | 6.4% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 3.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 56.3% 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 | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 2.3% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 7.6% | 5.8% | -1.8% | 2.7% | 3.1% |
| Other Asian | 6.3% | 1% | -5.3% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 10.3% | 3.8% | -6.5% | 2.5% | 1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 7.3% | 4.8% | -2.5% | 1.0% | 3.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.6% | 3.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 46.2% | 56.3% | 10.1% | 81.4% | -25.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 9.1% | 10.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 9.0% |
In this area, 57.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.2% | 57.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | -26.1% |
| European Union | 8.8% | 23.3% | 14.5% | 6.1% | 17.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 3.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Africa | 7.9% | 3.3% | -4.6% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 16.9% | 9% | -7.9% | 5.6% | 3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.8% | 3.3% | -1.5% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 58.9% | 58.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | -24.9% |
| 10+ Years | 6.9% | 20.4% | 13.5% | 9.8% | 10.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.2% | 6.8% | -1.4% | 2.9% | 3.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 14.2% | 4.4% | -9.8% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.8% | 10.2% | -1.6% | 1.9% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 42.6% | 76.7% | -34.1% |
| Poland | 9.1% | 1.3% | 7.8% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 11.5% | 1.5% | 10.0% |
| North Africa | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 31.1% | 13.5% | 17.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.8% | 37.2% | -2.4% |
| Christian | 37.7% | 46.2% | -8.5% |
| Muslim | 21.3% | 6.5% | 14.8% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elsdon Grove was 274.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.9% higher than the Bowling and Barkerend average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elsdon Grove has the 18th highest crime rate of 103 local areas in Bowling and Barkerend and the 157th highest crime rate of 1,554 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 140.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Bolingbroke Court Elsdon Grove, Bradford, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £36,000 | 2018-10-16 | £45,181 |
| 8 Bolingbroke Court Elsdon Grove, Bradford, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £36,000 | 2018-06-22 | £46,676 |
| 25 Bolingbroke Court Elsdon Grove, Bradford, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £24,000 | 2001-11-02 | £71,126 |
| 17 Bolingbroke Court Elsdon Grove, Bradford, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £8,000 | 1999-11-01 | £27,215 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Full-Time Employee | 28 |
| Other | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 1,565 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Green Nursery School Green Lane , Manningham BD8 8HT | 3out of 4 | 2,107 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Midland Road Nursery School Bateman Street , BD8 7DJ | 4out of 4 | 2,553 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 | 2,935 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 3,044 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixons Music Primary Trinity Road , BD5 0BE | 4out of 4 | 235 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Park Lane , BD5 0RB | - not rated | 265 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints CofE Primary School 1 Little Horton Green , BD5 0NG | 3out of 4 | 468 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainbow Primary Leadership Academy Nelson Street , BD5 0HD | 3out of 4 | 609 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newby Primary School Ryan Street , Manchester Road BD5 7DQ | 3out of 4 | 784 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixons Trinity Academy Trinity Road , BD5 0BE | 4out of 4 | 235 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons McMillan Academy Trinity Road , BD5 0JD | 4out of 4 | 473 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons City Academy Ripley Street , BD5 7RR | 4out of 4 | 603 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bronte Girls' Academy Bolling Road , East Bowling BD4 7EB | - not rated | 922 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Grange Co-Op Academy Grange , Haycliffe Lane BD5 9ET | 2out of 4 | 1,880 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 420 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Bradford Nelson Street , BD5 0DX | - not rated | 623 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford College Great Horton Road , BD7 1AY | - not rated | 702 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 | 2,213 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford Girls' Grammar School Squire Lane , BD9 6RB | 1out of 4 | 3,496 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Dixons Allerton Academy Rhodesway , BD8 0DH | 3out of 4 | 4,165 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | 2out of 4 | 5,301 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Bradford Richmond Road , BD7 1DP | - not rated | 798 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crystal Gardens Primary School 38 - 40 Greaves Street , BD5 7PE | - not rated | 851 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Springs Girls Secondary 36 Greaves Street , Bradford BD5 7PE | - not rated | 916 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Fountain School 109 - 111 New Cross Street , Bradford BD5 8BP | - not rated | 1,216 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eternal Light Christopher Street , Off Little Horton Lane BD5 9DH | - not rated | 1,408 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza ina Cone | 374 Manchester Road | 166 yd | |
| Lahori Gate | 5 Manchester Road | 257 yd | |
| Skuddys Cafe | Park Lane Neighbourhood Centre, Park Lane | 356 yd | |
| Welcome Cuppa | St Lukes Hospital, Little Horton Lane | 369 yd | |
| Horton Wing Tea Bar | St Lukes Hospital, Little Horton Lane | 369 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Hotel (Bar Only) | 434 Manchester Road | 166 yd | |
| Central Division Sports & Social Club | 4-6 Clayton Lane | 204 yd | |
| Bridge Tavern (Bar Only) | 7 Bowling Old Lane | 318 yd | |
| Field Sports and Community Association | Chelsea Road | 413 yd | |
| Carlton House Club at Bradford Oddfellows | 46 Little Horton Lane | 521 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Todays Food | 81 Park Road | 91 yd | |
| Babylon Pizza Balti Takeaway / Shah Jehan | 372 Manchester Road | 166 yd | |
| Nawabish Kitchen | 5 Manchester Road | 257 yd | |
| Icestone Gelato | Unit C, Spring Mill Street | 310 yd | |
| Bexall Grill | 179 Morley Street | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 2 Newall Street | 427 yd | |
| Tesco | 27 Sunbridge Road | 998 yd | |
| Asda | 76 Canterbury Avenue | 1,039 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dixons Trinity Academy TRINITY ROAD | grass pitches | 342 yd |
| Bradford College (Trinity Green Campus) TRINITY GREEN CAMPUS TRINITY GREEN CAMPUS EASBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 551 yd |
| Dixons City Academy RIPLEY STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 565 yd |
| Bradford College (Mcmillan Teaching Building) (Closed) Trinity Road | 602 yd | |
| Girlington Cricket Club CRICKET GROUND PAVILION CRICKET GROUND PAVILION LITTLE HORTON GREEN | grass pitches | 605 yd |
| Bradford Ice Arena LITTLE HORTON LANE | ice rinks | 626 yd |
| Newby Primary School RYAN STREET | 767 yd | |
| Bradford College (Closed) Bradford Campus Bradford Campus Great Horton Road | health and fitness suite | 769 yd |
| University Of Bradford (Sports Park) LAISTERIDGE LANE | artificial grass pitch, squash courts, tennis courts | 820 yd |
| Better Gym (Bradford) CANTERBURY AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 876 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.