Petrel Close is in Bradford and in Bradford district. BD6 3YB is located in the Queensbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bradford South. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Petrel Close, Bradford, BD6 3YB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD6 3YT, BD6 3YA, BD6 3XZ, BD6 3XN, BD6 3YS, BD6 3XX, BD6 3XR, BD6 3XU, BD6 3XS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BD6 3YB has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents 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% | 50% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49% | 50% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BD6 3YB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28% | 33.7% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 56.1% | -6.3% | 44.2% | 11.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 5.1% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49% | 49.6% | 0.6% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 38.5% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 10.7% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 BD6 3YB this area, 9.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9% | 9.6% | 0.6% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 15.2% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 18.3% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 4.6% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.6% | 14.7% | -4.9% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.9% | 35.5% | 10.6% | 33.8% | 1.7% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.8% 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 | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 13.2% | 18.9% | 5.7% | 3.1% | 15.8% |
| Pakistani | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 77% | 72.8% | -4.2% | 81.4% | -8.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 88.9% 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 | 91.1% | 88.9% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.6% | 8.1% | 1.5% | 5.6% | 2.5% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.3% | 88.9% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.2% | 0% | -8.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.2% | 76.7% | 13.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.2% | 37.2% | -6.0% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Hindu | 14.1% | 1.7% | 12.4% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Petrel Close was 19.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.2% lower than the Clayton and Fairweather Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Petrel Close has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 110 local areas in Clayton and Fairweather Green and the 79th lowest crime rate of 1,554 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Petrel Close, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2025-03-25 | £207,373 |
| 14 Petrel Close, Bradford, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-09-22 | £290,251 |
| 15 Petrel Close, Bradford, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-06-29 | £287,975 |
| 4 Petrel Close, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2019-07-29 | £187,535 |
| 8 Petrel Close, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2018-10-15 | £163,592 |
BD6 3YB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 104 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 3,244 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 | 4,584 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 5,422 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stocks Lane Primary School Stocks Lane , Clayton Heights BD13 2RH | 3out of 4 | 287 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Home Farm Primary School Home Farm Close , BD6 3NR | 3out of 4 | 675 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Evangelist Catholic Primary School Beacon Road , BD6 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reevy Hill Primary School Bedale Drive , Buttershaw BD6 3ST | 2out of 4 | 1,621 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayton Village Primary School John Street , Clayton BD14 6AD | 3out of 4 | 1,630 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 | 2out of 4 | 1,917 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Bradford Deanstones Lane , BD13 2AS | - not rated | 2,028 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckfoot Thornton Leaventhorpe Lane , Thornton BD13 3BH | 2out of 4 | 2,792 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Grange Co-Op Academy Grange , Haycliffe Lane BD5 9ET | 2out of 4 | 3,084 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Kings Academy Northside Road , BD7 2AN | 4out of 4 | 3,483 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 | 4,881 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford College Great Horton Road , BD7 1AY | - not rated | 4,940 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Bradford Nelson Street , BD5 0DX | - not rated | 5,395 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 | 3out of 4 | 3,874 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford Girls' Grammar School Squire Lane , BD9 6RB | 1out of 4 | 4,583 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | 2out of 4 | 4,651 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria Thornton View Road , Clayton BD14 6JX | - not rated | 1,228 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Millcourt School 2 Shelf Mills , Wade House HX3 7PA | - not rated | 1,829 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadbeck Learning Centre Brearcliffe Drive , Buttershaw BD6 2LE | - not rated | 2,667 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Southfield Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | 3out of 4 | 2,875 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eternal Light Christopher Street , Off Little Horton Lane BD5 9DH | - not rated | 3,629 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Spice | 78 Highgate Road | 496 yd | |
| Benny's | Unit 46, Royds Enterprise Park, 20 Future Fields | 1,012 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood Park Sports Club | Westwood Park, Skylark Avenue | 346 yd | |
| The Boars Head (Bar Only) | 74 Highgate Road | 519 yd | |
| Clayton Heights WMC - (Bar Only) | 17-21 Highgate Road | 614 yd | |
| Old Dolphin Inn | 192 Highgate Road | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Golden City | 80 Highgate Road | 496 yd | |
| Highgate Fisheries | 31-33 Highgate Road | 614 yd | |
| Magic Wok | 2 Torre Road | 621 yd | |
| Manzil Balti House | 4 Torre Road | 621 yd | |
| Coopers | 103 Cooper Lane | 684 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westwood Park Cricket Club PINTAIL AVENUE | grass pitches | 314 yd |
| Asa Briggs Park Highgate Road | grass pitches | 442 yd |
| Home Farm Primary School HOME FARM CLOSE | grass pitches | 694 yd |
| Fitness Finesse Limited MERCON HOUSE MERCON HOUSE BEACON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 742 yd |
| Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria School THORNTON VIEW ROAD | 1,065 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 | 48.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 149.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.