bradford BD17 Postcodes
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Bradford (BD17)
The BD17 postcode area is located in the Bradford postcode town region, within the county of West Yorkshire, and contains a total of 821 individual postcodes.
There are 9 electoral wards in the BD17 postcode area, including Bingley, Bradford, Cleckheaton, Keighley, Settle, Shipley, Skipton which come under the local authority of the Bradford Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 27% of people in BD17 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of BD17 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The BD17 postcode is a postcode area covering the city of Bradford, in Yorkshire, England. It covers the suburbs of Addingham, Allerton, Baildon, Bingley, Eccleshill, Harden, Idle, Thornton, Queensbury, Wilsden, and Windhill.
The name ‘BD17' is derived from the historic county boundaries of the West Riding of Yorkshire. ‘BD' is a shorthand for ‘Bradford', while ‘17' is the land registration district in which the area is situated.
The BD17 postcode has an area of 119 square kilometres and a population of 155,813 according to the 2011 census.
The region is served by the Bradford Interchange train station, which allows services between Middlesbrough and York, via Skipton, Leeds and Morecambe. A local bus service is also available.
BD17 is also home to several historical landmarks, including the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, Bolling Hall and Saltaire World Heritage Site.
The area is a popular location for families, with its affordable housing, good local amenities, and excellent educational establishments.
The economy of the region is largely centred around manufacturing and retail, with many large employers such as the textile company W.H Smiths, and the Bradford Dyers Federation.
The Post Office also has its headquarters in the region.
BD17 is well-connected to the country's motorway network, with easy access to the M62, M1 and M60 motorways.
There are plenty of recreational facilities throughout the postcode, such as Baildon Moor, in addition to a variety of heritage sites, parks, country walks and reservoirs, which all contribute to BD17's reputation as a peaceful spot for nature lovers.
TheBD17 postcode is vibrant and diverse, with plenty of activities and attractions to explore, including culture, shopping, nature, cuisine, and entertainment.
Demographics
West Yorkshire
BD17 is located in the county of West Yorkshire, in England.
West Yorkshire has a total population of 2,299,700, making it the 4th largest county in the UK.
West Yorkshire has a total area of 783 square miles, and a population density of 1133 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | BD17 |
| Postal Town | Bradford |
| MSOA Name | Bradford 013 |
| LSOA Name | Bradford 013D |
| County | West Yorkshire |
| Region | West Yorkshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
BD17 Electoral Wards
The postal region of BD17, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 27% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.