Pickles Lane is in Bradford and in Bradford district. BD7 4DW is located in the Great Horton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bradford South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pickles Lane, Bradford, BD7 4DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BD7 4DS, BD7 4DP, BD7 4PJ, BD7 4RE, BD7 4DN, BD7 4PR, BD7 4DR, BD7 4RA, BD7 4RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BD7 4DW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.9% 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 | 53.3% | 53.9% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 2.9% |
| Male | 46.7% | 46.1% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -2.9% |
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 BD7 4DW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.1% 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 | 30.2% | 30.9% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 51.1% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 6.9% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.4% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 6% | 9.2% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 7.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.7% | 39.1% | -9.6% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 43.2% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 9.6% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 11.8% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 4.3% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.5% | 18.2% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 0.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 13.2% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 11.4% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 4.3% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 20.7% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 28.6% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -5.2% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3.6% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 38.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 8.3% | 8.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | 5.5% |
| Pakistani | 17.4% | 43% | 25.6% | 2.7% | 40.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 63.8% | 38.7% | -25.1% | 81.4% | -42.7% |
| Arab | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 82.9% 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 | 81.8% | 82.9% | 1.1% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 2.1% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 3.7% | 1.9% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.5% | 12.8% | 2.3% | 5.6% | 7.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.8% | 82.9% | 1.1% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 12.3% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.8% | 0.8% | -4.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.3% | 1.9% | -8.4% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 17.1% | 37.2% | -20.1% |
| Christian | 23.5% | 46.2% | -22.7% |
| Hindu | 5.1% | 1.7% | 3.4% |
| Muslim | 47.6% | 6.5% | 41.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pickles Lane was 111.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.3% lower than the Great Horton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pickles Lane has the 28th highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Great Horton and the 630th highest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Bradford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% 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 Pickles Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2026-02-04 | £80,000 |
| 5 Pickles Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2025-05-30 | £116,676 |
| 19 Pickles Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2022-05-31 | £78,637 |
| 7 Pickles Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2022-05-24 | £88,315 |
| 3 Pickles Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-03-10 | £149,310 |
BD7 4DW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate 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 | 1,293 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 | 3,262 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Green Nursery School Green Lane , Manningham BD8 8HT | 4out of 4 | 3,841 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilycroft Nursery School Lilycroft Road , BD9 5AD | 4out of 4 | 3,988 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Midland Road Nursery School Bateman Street , BD8 7DJ | 4out of 4 | 4,520 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brackenhill Primary School Dracup Road , Great Horton BD7 4HA | 3out of 4 | 538 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollingwood Primary School Hollingwood Lane , BD7 4BE | - not rated | 699 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollingwood Primary School Hollingwood Lane , BD7 4BE | 3out of 4 | 699 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southmere Primary Academy Ewart Street , BD7 3NR | 3out of 4 | 824 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southmere Primary School Ewart Street , BD7 3NR | - not rated | 825 yd | Community 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 | 1,186 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buttershaw Business and Enterprise College Reevy Road West , Buttershaw BD6 3PX | - not rated | 1,186 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Grange Co-Op Academy Grange , Haycliffe Lane BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,213 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Technology College Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,280 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Technology College Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,280 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Horton Middle School Cross Lane , Great Horton BD7 3JT | - not rated | 1,165 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mandale Middle School Cooper Lane , BD6 3NN | - not rated | 1,484 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wibsey Middle School Northfield Road , Wibsey BD6 1RL | - not rated | 1,581 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buttershaw Middle School Reevy Crescent , Buttershaw BD6 2BS | - not rated | 1,661 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lidget Green Middle School Cemetery Road , Lidget Green BD7 2PY | - not rated | 1,726 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 | 2,935 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford College Great Horton Road , BD7 1AY | - not rated | 3,029 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Bradford Nelson Street , BD5 0DX | - not rated | 3,446 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 | 3,267 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | 3out of 4 | 4,282 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | - not rated | 4,302 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradford Academy Lister Avenue , BD4 7QS | - not rated | 4,334 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southfield School Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,041 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Southfield Haycliffe Lane , BD5 9ET | 3out of 4 | 1,041 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Markaz Academy Sm Complex , Beckside Lane BD7 2JX | - not rated | 1,080 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Haycliffe School Haycliffe Lane , Little Horton BD5 9ET | - not rated | 1,095 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ummid Independent School The Old Sunday School , BD7 3EX | - not rated | 1,115 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hermano Desserts | 2-4 Hollybank Road | 130 yd | |
| Cravings | 768 Great Horton Road | 430 yd | |
| Shai Grill | 555 Great Horton Road | 636 yd | |
| Adam FC | 571-573 Great Horton Road | 636 yd | |
| Burning Bull | 732 Great Horton Road | 640 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Horse Inn | 731 Great Horton Road | 186 yd | |
| The Monkey | 931-933 Great Horton Road | 428 yd | |
| The Crown | 1033 Great Horton Road | 670 yd | |
| Great Horton Cricket Club | Ewart Street | 806 yd | |
| Horse & Groom (Bar Only) | 76-78 Beacon Road | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lahoree Grillz | 892-894 Great Horton Road | 165 yd | |
| Lin's | 826 Great Horton Road | 308 yd | |
| Old Road Fisheries | 138 Old Road | 504 yd | |
| Reggae Hut | 206 Old Road | 504 yd | |
| Royal Fish and Chips | 589 Great Horton Road | 547 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Halal Supermarket | 607 Great Horton Road | 547 yd | |
| Tesco | 700 Great Horton Road | 780 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 1, Quora Retail Park, Clayton Road | 967 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Unit 3, Quora Retail Park, Clayton Road | 967 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beldon Lane Recreation Ground Beldon Lane | grass pitches | 508 yd |
| Brackenhill Primary School DRACUP ROAD | 542 yd | |
| Bracken Hill Park Hollingwood Drive | tennis courts | 587 yd |
| Jer Lane Cricket Club Jer Lane | grass pitches | 701 yd |
| Great Horton Community Association BELDON ROAD | 768 yd | |
| Great Horton Park Chapel Cricket Club EWART STREET | grass pitches | 883 yd |
| Field Sports & Social Club HOLLINGWOOD LANE | grass pitches | 975 yd |
| Pathfinder Vocational Centre HAYCLIFFE LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,041 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 | 94.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.1% |
| 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 | 77.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 127.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.