Area Overview for BD7 3LL

Living in BD7 3LL means inhabiting a tightly packed residential cluster in England’s West Yorkshire, just 2.5 miles from Bradford city centre. The area covers 1,666 square metres, housing 1,798 people in a population density of over 1 million per km² — a stark contrast to the sprawling suburbs typical of many UK towns. Historically part of the ancient Horton township, this ward is now a conservation area preserving 17th-19th century buildings amid urban growth. You’ll find a mix of workers’ housing from the industrial era and newer developments, with Horton Park — opened in 1878 — offering green space in the heart of the area. The proximity to Bradford’s rail network and retail hubs like Tesco and Asda makes it practical for daily life, though the high density means the community is compact and tightly woven.

The area’s schools include Brackenhill Primary School, which holds a ‘good’ Ofsted rating, and St Oswald’s Church of England Primary Academy, rated ‘satisfactory’. Great Horton Middle School and St Oswald’s CofE Primary School cater to primary education, while Ummid Independent School provides specialist provision. This mix of state and special schools offers families options, though the ‘satisfactory’ rating at St Oswald’s suggests room for improvement. Parents seeking high-performing schools may need to look beyond the immediate vicinity, but the presence of multiple institutions ensures some local access to education.

BD7 3LL’s population skews towards adults aged 30-64, with a median age of 47. Only 40% of households are owner-occupied, suggesting a significant rental market. The area’s predominant ethnic group is Asian, reflecting broader demographic patterns in Bradford. With 1,798 residents in such a small footprint, the community is dense, which can create a sense of closeness but also pressure on local services. The lack of specific deprivation data means it’s hard to assess quality of life fully, but the high population density and limited housing stock may impact living conditions for some residents.