Stephen Road is in Bradford and in Bradford district. BD6 3DS is located in the Royds electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bradford South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stephen Road, Bradford, BD6 3DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD6 3DT, BD7 4PN, BD6 3DP, BD6 3DR, BD6 3DL, BD6 3DU, BD7 4PG, BD6 3SH, BD7 4LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BD6 3DS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 59.1% | 52.2% | -6.9% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 40.9% | 47.8% | 6.9% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 19% | 29.3% | 10.3% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.2% | 49.1% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 9.8% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 19% | 9.5% | -9.5% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 32.3% | 40.7% | 8.4% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 32.7% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 21.4% | 21.5% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 8.8% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 3.1% | -5.8% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.9% | 1.9% | -3.0% | 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.
In the area around BD6 3DS this area, 32.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.7% | 32.9% | -4.8% | 18.2% | 14.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 9.8% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 10.7% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 4.3% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 17.1% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 23.5% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 6.5% | 1.8% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 58.9% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 4.8% | 2.5% | 3.1% | 1.7% |
| Pakistani | 8% | 29.2% | 21.2% | 2.7% | 26.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 86.3% | 58.9% | -27.4% | 81.4% | -22.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 87.5% 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 | 90.6% | 87.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 0.5% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 10.8% | 6.8% | 5.6% | 5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 87.5% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.6% | 8.3% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.6% | 0.7% | -7.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.9% | 37.2% | -15.3% |
| Christian | 32.7% | 46.2% | -13.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 3.6% | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 33.7% | 6.5% | 27.2% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stephen Road was 28.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.4% lower than the Great Horton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stephen Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 63 local areas in Great Horton and the 161st lowest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Stephen Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £214,000 | 2022-08-26 | £247,892 |
| 7 Stephen Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2016-08-08 | £196,830 |
| 5 Stephen Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2016-02-11 | £204,671 |
| 3 Stephen Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2012-12-19 | £130,477 |
| 11 Stephen Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2007-02-23 | £227,559 |
BD6 3DS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BD6 3DS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
The percentage of student residents living in BD6 3DS area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 100 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| 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 | 1,636 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 | 3,729 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Green Nursery School Green Lane , Manningham BD8 8HT | 4out of 4 | 4,307 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 4,463 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Midland Road Nursery School Bateman Street , BD8 7DJ | 4out of 4 | 4,983 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School Beacon Road , BD6 3DQ | - not rated | 532 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School Beacon Road , BD6 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 532 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reevy Hill Primary School Bedale Drive , Buttershaw BD6 3ST | - not rated | 534 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reevy Hill Primary School Bedale Drive , Buttershaw BD6 3ST | 3out of 4 | 534 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollingwood Primary School Hollingwood Lane , BD7 4BE | - not rated | 916 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buttershaw Business & Enterprise College Academy Reevy Road West , Buttershaw BD6 3PX | - not rated | 773 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buttershaw Business and Enterprise College Reevy Road West , Buttershaw BD6 3PX | - not rated | 773 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Grange Co-Op Academy Grange , Haycliffe Lane BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,420 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Technology College Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,486 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Technology College Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,486 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mandale Middle School Cooper Lane , BD6 3NN | - not rated | 1,069 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buttershaw Middle School Reevy Crescent , Buttershaw BD6 2BS | - not rated | 1,219 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wibsey Middle School Northfield Road , Wibsey BD6 1RL | - not rated | 1,528 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Horton Middle School Cross Lane , Great Horton BD7 3JT | - not rated | 1,606 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayton Middle School John Street , Clayton BD14 6AD | - 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixons Sixth Form, Bradford Bowling Old Lane , BD5 7JR | - not rated | 3,243 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford College Great Horton Road , BD7 1AY | - not rated | 3,443 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Bradford Nelson Street , BD5 0DX | - not rated | 3,814 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | 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 | 3,641 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | 3out of 4 | 3,936 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | - not rated | 3,957 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford Academy Lister Avenue , BD4 7QS | - not rated | 4,541 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Trees School Cooper Lane , BD6 3NL | - not rated | 1,061 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Southfield School Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,209 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Southfield Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | 3out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haycliffe School Haycliffe Lane , Little Horton BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,276 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria Thornton View Road , Clayton BD14 6JX | - not rated | 1,449 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Options Cafe | 313 Beacon Road | 380 yd | |
| Hermano Desserts | 2-4 Hollybank Road | 603 yd | |
| Benny's | Unit 46, Royds Enterprise Park, 20 Future Fields | 606 yd | |
| Cafe at No 43 | 43 Beacon Road | 685 yd | |
| Community Cafe | Beacon Community Church, 91 Beacon Road | 710 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Monkey | 931-933 Great Horton Road | 534 yd | |
| The White Horse Inn | 731 Great Horton Road | 650 yd | |
| The Crown | 1033 Great Horton Road | 667 yd | |
| Horse & Groom (Bar Only) | 76-78 Beacon Road | 746 yd | |
| Rattlers Club (Bar only) | 98 Beacon Road | 746 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| My Parmo'z | 311 Beacon Road | 380 yd | |
| Old Road Fisheries | 138 Old Road | 523 yd | |
| Reggae Hut | 206 Old Road | 523 yd | |
| Lahoree Grillz | 892-894 Great Horton Road | 641 yd | |
| Beacon Road Fisheries | 47 Beacon Road | 685 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Halal Supermarket | 607 Great Horton Road | 998 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beldon Lane Recreation Ground Beldon Lane | grass pitches | 148 yd |
| Jer Lane Cricket Club Jer Lane | grass pitches | 513 yd |
| Buttershaw High School (Closed) Reevy Road West | grass pitches, swimming pool | 767 yd |
| Buttershaw Business And Enterprise College REEVY ROAD WEST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 777 yd |
| Wibsey Park Recreation Ground Wibsey Park Avenue | grass pitches | 840 yd |
| Fitness Finesse Limited MERCON HOUSE MERCON HOUSE BEACON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 946 yd |
| Bracken Hill Park Hollingwood Drive | tennis courts | 1,001 yd |
| Brackenhill Primary School DRACUP ROAD | 1,015 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 | 37.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 155.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.