Halcyon Way is in Bradford and in Bradford district. BD5 9RA is located in the Little Horton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bradford East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Halcyon Way, Bradford, BD5 9RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD5 0PR, BD5 9RQ, BD5 9RB, BD5 0PP, BD5 0PG, BD5 9BL, BD5 0PD, BD5 9BU, BD5 9JZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BD5 9RA is primarily male, with 53.3% 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 | 47.9% | 46.7% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 52.1% | 53.3% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
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 9RA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.6% 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 | 38.5% | 46.6% | 8.1% | 37.9% | 8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.4% | 44.3% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 0.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 6.7% | 2.4% | -4.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 3% | -3.3% | 9.1% | -6.1% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 | 49.1% | 47.6% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 30.7% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 15.1% | 5.8% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 5.2% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
In the area around BD5 9RA this area, 35.5% 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 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.7% | 35.5% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 17.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 12.8% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 13.5% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 3.7% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 12.5% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.9% | 18.2% | 10.3% | 33.8% | -15.6% |
| Other | 13% | 3.7% | -9.3% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 30.2% 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 | 2.5% | 6.8% | 4.3% | 1.1% | 5.7% |
| Indian | 2.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 40% | 35.6% | -4.4% | 2.7% | 32.9% |
| Other Asian | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 2.7% | 4.5% | 1.8% | 2.5% | 2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.2% | 1.1% | -3.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 4.4% | 1.8% | -2.6% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 4.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 3.3% |
| White | 35.1% | 30.2% | -4.9% | 81.4% | -51.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 1.7% | 7.9% | 6.2% | 1.6% | 6.3% |
In this area, 62.2% 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 | 72.2% | 62.2% | -10.0% | 83.2% | -21.0% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 11.3% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 5.2% | 2.5% | 2.7% | 2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 17.4% | 17.9% | 0.5% | 5.6% | 12.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72.2% | 61.8% | -10.4% | 83.2% | -21.4% |
| 10+ Years | 4.2% | 27.6% | 23.4% | 9.8% | 17.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.1% | 4.3% | -3.8% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.9% | 5.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.6% | 1.1% | -9.5% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.5% | 76.7% | -16.2% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 8.3% | 1.5% | 6.8% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 4.9% | 1.2% | 3.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 16.4% | 13.5% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 10.1% | 37.2% | -27.1% |
| Christian | 32.9% | 46.2% | -13.3% |
| Buddhist | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Hindu | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 45.3% | 6.5% | 38.8% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Halcyon Way was 155.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.2% higher than the Little Horton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Halcyon Way has the 11th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Little Horton and the 394th highest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Halcyon Way, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2025-03-26 | £117,355 |
| 5 Halcyon Way, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £67,000 | 2021-10-15 | £84,475 |
| 2 Halcyon Way, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2020-04-07 | £75,264 |
| 13 Halcyon Way, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £62,000 | 2019-09-13 | £89,267 |
| 7 Halcyon Way, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £53,200 | 2016-02-26 | £84,525 |
BD5 9RA area has a very high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 11% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
The percentage of student residents living in BD5 9RA area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Looking after home or family | 55 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Unemployed | 32 |
| Other | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 655 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Green Nursery School Green Lane , Manningham BD8 8HT | 4out of 4 | 2,855 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 | 3,169 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Midland Road Nursery School Bateman Street , BD8 7DJ | 4out of 4 | 3,421 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 3,542 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marshfield Primary School Thornton Lane , Little Horton BD5 9DS | - not rated | 485 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshfield Primary Thornton Lane , Little Horton BD5 9DS | - not rated | 485 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horton Park Primary School Dawnay Road , BD5 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 514 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horton Park Primary School Dawnay Road , BD5 9LQ | - not rated | 514 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newby Primary School Ryan Street , Manchester Road BD5 7DQ | 3out of 4 | 613 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Technology College Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | - not rated | 763 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Technology College Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | - not rated | 763 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Grange Co-Op Academy Grange , Haycliffe Lane BD5 9ET | - not rated | 818 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons City Academy Ripley Street , BD5 7RR | 4out of 4 | 821 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons McMillan Academy Trinity Road , BD5 0JD | 3out of 4 | 1,014 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priestman Middle School Thornton Lane , Little Horton BD5 9DS | - not rated | 391 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodroyd Middle School Woodroyd Road , West Bowling BD5 8EL | - not rated | 1,082 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Horton Middle School Cross Lane , Great Horton BD7 3JT | - not rated | 1,115 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryan Middle School New Cross Street , West Bowling BD5 8BT | - not rated | 1,304 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley Middle School Stratford Road , BD7 3HU | - not rated | 1,319 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixons Sixth Form, Bradford Bowling Old Lane , BD5 7JR | - not rated | 1,041 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford College Great Horton Road , BD7 1AY | - not rated | 1,565 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Bradford Nelson Street , BD5 0DX | - not rated | 1,694 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford Academy Lister Avenue , BD4 7QS | - not rated | 2,463 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Allerton Academy Rhodesway , BD8 0DH | 2out of 4 | 4,028 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | 3out of 4 | 4,402 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | - not rated | 4,414 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Springs Girls Secondary 36 Greaves Street , Bradford BD5 7PE | - not rated | 245 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Crystal Gardens Primary School 38 Greaves Street , BD5 7PE | - not rated | 301 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eternal Light Christopher Street , Off Little Horton Lane BD5 9DH | - not rated | 345 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Dixons City Technology College Ripley Street , BD5 7RR | - not rated | 821 yd | City technology college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roundthorn School St Stephens Road , West Bowling BD5 7TB | - not rated | 895 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Rajays | 806 Little Horton Lane | 236 yd | |
| Status Fisheries | 2 Lindley Road | 327 yd | |
| St Oswald's West End Centre | Church Of St Oswald, Christopher Street | 382 yd | |
| Baba Roti House | 726 Manchester Road | 586 yd | |
| Four Seasons Cafe | 765 Little Horton Lane | 587 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Horton Social Club | Spicer Street | 202 yd | |
| Field Sports and Community Association | Chelsea Road | 940 yd | |
| Central Division Sports & Social Club | 4-6 Clayton Lane | 1,011 yd | |
| Station Hotel (Bar Only) | 434 Manchester Road | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaii Wali | 752 Little Horton Lane | 108 yd | |
| Smoky Bro | 493 Little Horton Lane | 110 yd | |
| Zebs Steak House | 647 Little Horton Lane | 173 yd | |
| Central Fisheries | 3 Central Avenue | 203 yd | |
| Sooltans | 689 Little Horton Lane | 295 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | 76 Canterbury Avenue | 328 yd | |
| Lidl | 2 Newall Street | 741 yd | |
| Makkah Superstore | Bowling Old Lane | 957 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ymca (Bradford) (Closed) McMillan Centre McMillan Centre Dorset Street | 252 yd | |
| Better Gym (Bradford) CANTERBURY AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 575 yd |
| Park Avenue Bradford Limited 35-37 35-37 Canterbury Avenue | grass pitches | 593 yd |
| Newby Primary School RYAN STREET | 628 yd | |
| Girlington Cricket Club CRICKET GROUND PAVILION CRICKET GROUND PAVILION LITTLE HORTON GREEN | grass pitches | 723 yd |
| Hudson Avenue Recreation Ground Hudson Avenue | grass pitches | 773 yd |
| Southfield Grange Sports Centre HAYCLIFFE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 797 yd |
| Grange Sports Centre (Bradford) (Closed) Haycliffe Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 803 yd |
| University Of Bradford (Sports Park) LAISTERIDGE LANE | artificial grass pitch, squash courts, tennis courts | 804 yd |
| Dixons City Academy RIPLEY STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 822 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 | 32.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.