Buttershaw Drive is in Bradford and in Bradford district. BD6 3SA 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 Buttershaw Drive, Bradford, BD6 3SA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD6 3SB, BD6 3SH, BD6 3SE, BD6 3DR, BD6 3SQ, BD6 3SJ, BD6 3DN, BD6 3DP, BD6 3SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BD6 3SA 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 | 53.8% | 51.2% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 46.2% | 48.8% | 2.6% | 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.
In the immediate area around BD6 3SA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.8% 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 | 41.3% | 43.8% | 2.5% | 37.9% | 5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36% | 36.4% | 0.4% | 44.2% | -7.8% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 1.3% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 12.5% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 6.1% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 45.4% | 38.2% | -7.2% | 48.4% | -10.2% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 38.4% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 16.3% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 6.3% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 3SA this area, 34.3% 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 15%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.6% | 34.3% | -0.3% | 18.2% | 16.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23.1% | 15.3% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 5.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 13% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 7% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 14.3% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 15% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -18.8% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.8% | 5.2% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 2.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 9.7% | 8.4% | 2.7% | 7.0% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.6% | 3.7% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| White | 86.7% | 76.4% | -10.3% | 81.4% | -5.0% |
| Arab | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 90.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 90.3% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.3% | 5.5% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.8% | 90.5% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 4.7% | 6.3% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0.3% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.8% | 76.7% | -2.9% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 21.3% | 13.5% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 36% | 46.2% | -10.2% |
| Hindu | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 10.5% | 6.5% | 4.0% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buttershaw Drive was 131.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.2% higher than the Great Horton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Buttershaw Drive has the 20th highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Great Horton and the 512th highest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 95.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 163 Buttershaw Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,500 | 2024-12-05 | £148,803 |
| 185 Buttershaw Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2024-09-20 | £107,540 |
| 113 Buttershaw Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2024-03-21 | £148,122 |
| 169 Buttershaw Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2022-03-23 | £99,760 |
| 159 Buttershaw Drive, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2020-12-16 | £99,854 |
BD6 3SA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,861 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 | 3,984 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Green Nursery School Green Lane , Manningham BD8 8HT | 4out of 4 | 4,568 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 4,723 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Midland Road Nursery School Bateman Street , BD8 7DJ | 4out of 4 | 5,244 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reevy Hill Primary School Bedale Drive , Buttershaw BD6 3ST | - not rated | 302 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reevy Hill Primary School Bedale Drive , Buttershaw BD6 3ST | 3out of 4 | 302 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School Beacon Road , BD6 3DQ | - not rated | 453 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School Beacon Road , BD6 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 453 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Park Primary School Cooper Lane , BD6 3NN | - not rated | 854 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 602 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buttershaw Business and Enterprise College Reevy Road West , Buttershaw BD6 3PX | - not rated | 602 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Grange Co-Op Academy Grange , Haycliffe Lane BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,598 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Technology College Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,662 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Technology College Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,662 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 | 854 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buttershaw Middle School Reevy Crescent , Buttershaw BD6 2BS | - not rated | 998 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wibsey Middle School Northfield Road , Wibsey BD6 1RL | - not rated | 1,578 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Horton Middle School Cross Lane , Great Horton BD7 3JT | - not rated | 1,862 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayton Middle School John Street , Clayton BD14 6AD | - not rated | 2,075 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 | 3,441 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford College Great Horton Road , BD7 1AY | - not rated | 3,685 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Bradford Nelson Street , BD5 0DX | - not rated | 4,036 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | 3out of 4 | 3,771 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | - not rated | 3,792 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Allerton Academy Rhodesway , BD8 0DH | 2out of 4 | 3,848 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford Academy Lister Avenue , BD4 7QS | - not rated | 4,686 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 | 919 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Broadbeck Learning Centre Brearcliffe Drive , Buttershaw BD6 2LE | - not rated | 1,367 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southfield School Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,379 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Southfield Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | 3out of 4 | 1,379 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haycliffe School Haycliffe Lane , Little Horton BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,448 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Options Cafe | 313 Beacon Road | 328 yd | |
| Benny's | Unit 46, Royds Enterprise Park, 20 Future Fields | 417 yd | |
| Bretton Court | 1 Bretton Court, The Crescent | 592 yd | |
| Sandale Hub Cafe | 42 Reevy Road West | 643 yd | |
| Cafe at No 43 | 43 Beacon Road | 696 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Monkey | 931-933 Great Horton Road | 722 yd | |
| Horse & Groom (Bar Only) | 76-78 Beacon Road | 776 yd | |
| Rattlers Club (Bar only) | 98 Beacon Road | 776 yd | |
| The Crown | 1033 Great Horton Road | 784 yd | |
| The White Horse Inn | 731 Great Horton Road | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| My Parmo'z | 311 Beacon Road | 328 yd | |
| Old Road Fisheries | 138 Old Road | 680 yd | |
| Reggae Hut | 206 Old Road | 680 yd | |
| Beacon Road Fisheries | 47 Beacon Road | 696 yd | |
| Spicy Bite | 66 Beacon Road | 776 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beldon Lane Recreation Ground Beldon Lane | grass pitches | 302 yd |
| Jer Lane Cricket Club Jer Lane | grass pitches | 559 yd |
| Buttershaw Business And Enterprise College REEVY ROAD WEST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 577 yd |
| Buttershaw High School (Closed) Reevy Road West | grass pitches, swimming pool | 596 yd |
| Wibsey Park Recreation Ground Wibsey Park Avenue | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Fitness Finesse Limited MERCON HOUSE MERCON HOUSE BEACON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 904 yd |
| Home Farm Primary School HOME FARM CLOSE | grass pitches | 976 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 | 159.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.