The Bradford clean air zone (CAZ) was launched on 26th September 2022.
Highly polluting vehicles are charged daily to enter and drive through areas covered by the Class C CAZ.
Our complete guide breaks down the Bradford clean air zone. We’ll cover everything from the zone’s map, charges, grants, and sustainable alternatives.
Bradford clean air zone – 2025 update
Bradford’s clean air zone was launched in 2022. Businesses and local residents have made use of available exemptions.
It’s important to check whether your vehicle is non-compliant with the Bradford Clean Air Zone.
The following vehicles are subject to charges in the Bradford CAZ:
Thankfully, you can check if your vehicle faces daily charges below!
The Clean Air Zone covers areas across Bradford’s Outer Ring Road. The CAZ will also reach as far as the Aire Valley corridor.
Areas included in the zone are:
Bradford City Council has announced that the Clean Air Zone could be extended to the A650 Bingley Bypass, which runs from Nab Wood.
The zone specifically covers Shipley, Saltaire, and Canal Road to help reduce harmful emissions in these key areas.
ou can view the official map of Bradford’s Clean Air Zone on the Bradford Council website.
Bradford City Council is entitled to grant certain exemptions to those whose vehicles or circumstances may not comply with the Clean Air Zone requirements.
Following government guidelines, Bradford residents who fall under certain categories may be exempt from daily charges:
There are both national and local exemptions from Bradford’s Clean Air Zone charges.
Theses exemptions provide council support, improve transport alternatives, and promote a more sustainable approach to travel within Bradford’s Clean Air Zone.
Have a question about Bradford’s CAZ? Contact the DVLA support team for more information.
Certain vehicles are exempt from Clean Air Zone charges across the UK. These include military vehicles, historic vehicles over 40 years old, disabled passenger vehicles, and emergency service vehicles.
You can check your eligibility for a national exemption online via the government’s CAZ checker.
Bradford CAZ exemptions are available for:
Local exemptions do not apply to private hire vehicles, taxis, or businesses with more than 250 staff. To check if you’re eligible for a local exemption, visit the Bradford Council website.
It’s important to consider Bradford’s Clean Air Zone’s impact on the environment and its implications for you.
An innovative approach to tackling pollution, the Clean Air Initiative provides funding and grants to residents and small business owners seeking sustainable alternatives to their current polluting vehicles.
The following charges apply to non-compliant vehicles driving through Bradford’s Clean Air Zone:
Private petrol and diesel cars are not subject to Clean Air Zone (CAZ) charges in Bradford. The CAZ primarily targets commercial vehicles, including taxis, vans, and HGVs. However, if your vehicle is older and non-compliant with emission standards, consider switching to a cleaner alternative or recycling it through Scrap Local.
Non-compliant HGVs, buses, and coaches are subject to a daily charge of £50 to enter and drive through the Bradford Clean Air Zone. Operators should check if their vehicles meet Euro 6 diesel or Euro 4 petrol emission standards to avoid charges.
Non-compliant taxis and private hire vehicles (PHVs) must pay a daily charge of £12.50 to drive within Bradford’s CAZ. Licensed taxi and PHV owners can apply for local exemptions or upgrade grants through the Bradford Council website.
#BreatheBetterBradford is an initiative by Bradford City Council that supports residents and businesses with the running costs of electric vehicles and other sustainable transport options.
These grants are available to small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), self-employed individuals, sole traders, charities, and educational establishments across the Bradford Metropolitan District.
Bradford Clean Air Zone grants fall into three main categories:
Due to high demand, most Clean Air Zone grant schemes have now closed, and no new applications are currently being accepted. If you have previously applied for a grant, your application will still be processed, and you will be contacted with further details.
While no new funding is available at this time, you can check the Bradford Council website for any future funding opportunities or scheme reopenings.
Grants were made available to SMEs, sole traders, educational establishments, and registered charities in the Bradford Metropolitan District to help replace or retrofit non-compliant vehicles and support ongoing electric vehicle costs.
Grants were not available for businesses with more than 250 staff.
Funding was previously available through schemes such as:
For any further inquiries, residents and businesses can check the Bradford Council website or contact the council for the latest updates on clean air initiatives.
With the Bradford Clean Air Zone (CAZ) now in full effect, driving non-compliant vehicles through the city is no longer a viable option for residents and small businesses.
Thankfully, Scrap Local works with trusted, local recyclers who can provide a hassle-free vehicle recycling service across Bradford.
We offer great prices for non-compliant vehicles, helping motorists transition to cleaner transport options while supporting sustainability across Bradford and West Yorkshire.
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The Bradford Clean Air Zone (CAZ) officially launched on 26th September 2022. The zone operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and applies to non-compliant commercial vehicles, including taxis, vans, and HGVs.
Private cars and motorcycles are not charged in the Bradford Clean Air Zone. However, charges apply to the following non-compliant commercial vehicles:
The CAZ covers areas within Bradford’s Outer Ring Road, reaching as far as the Aire Valley corridor. Key locations within the zone include:
Most funding schemes have now closed due to high demand. However, Bradford Council previously provided over £10 million in grants to help businesses transition to CAZ-compliant vehicles.
Funding was available for:
Private cars are not charged under Bradford’s Clean Air Zone, but if your vehicle is older and non-compliant with emission standards, you may want to consider upgrading or scrapping it.
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