From lockdown queries to searches about the city's tips  people have a lot of burning questions about the city of Bradford - and now it’s time to give you the answers.

Using Google and Answer The Public (an insight tool that combines the suggested searches from Bing and Google), we can reveal what people have been asking the internet about the city.

When you start typing your query into the Google search bar, the search engine offers a list of suggestions about what you might be looking for.

It does this by referring back to questions that people across the world have previously searched for - these are the questions we will attempt to solve.

Here are some of the most searched questions about Bradford- as well as the answers to them:

Will Bradford go into lockdown?

Spoiler alert - Bradford has already gone into a second lockdown along with the rest of England. 

As it stands, England is set to emerge from the lockdown on December 2nd.

Why is Bradford so bad?

Bradford Telegraph and Argus: Bradford Moor Park LakeBradford Moor Park Lake

(Photo: Geograph/ Betty Longbottom)

While the answer to this question is subjective, we think Bradford is great and has so much to offer.

While some would regard it as an industrial city, there are many open and green spaces to explore such as Bradford Moor Park, Northcliffe Woods, and the surrounding rural areas.

It’s bursting with culture and has been the UNESCO City of Film since 2009.

Best of all you’re guaranteed to get a lovely curry here as Bradford was crowned the Curry Capital of Britain for six years in a row.

Why is Bradford so foggy?

Have you noticed that it has been foggier than usual in the city?

We did too, which is why we contacted the Met Office for answers.

A “slack” and “moist” southerly cloud and wind flow has been blamed for the recent murky conditions.

This week, much of Bradford has been shrouded in thick smoke from the huge tyre fire in East Bowling

Why Bradford Uni?

The University of Bradford has a lot to offer.

It’s regarded as a great technology university and a great place for international students to attend - there are currently over 130 different nationalities on campus.

£120m is being invested into the campus and it ranked in the top four for its Chemical Engineering course.

Why is Bradford called Bradford?

The city’s name is derived from two Old English words - Brad (which means broad) and Ford (the crossing point of a river).

Broadford eventually became Bradford, and was named after the crossing of the Bradford Beck at Church Bank.

Where is Bradford in the UK?

Of course Google's answer is the city of Bradford is in the county of Yorkshire - namely West Yorkshire. It is 14 miles away from Leeds.

Where to live in Bradford?

Where you live in Bradford depends on your personal character and preferences.

A city centre location is ideal for those who prefer to be in the centre of the action.

You will find quaint stone cottages as well as modern apartments in the city centre.

Alternatively, Bradford suburbs might be a better option for families.

Many Allerton homes have driveways, there are a lot of stone cottage homes in Eccleshill and some Clayton homes are historic.

Which Bradford tips are open?

During the first lockdown, rubbish tips and recycling centres closed across England.

However, they are allowed to remain open during this November lockdown.

Here are the household waste recycling centres' opening hours in and around Bradford:

  • Bowling Back Lane, Bradford: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm, Saturday 8am to 4pm and Sunday 9am to 4pm.
  • Dealburn Road, Low Moor: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm, Saturday 8am to 4pm and Sunday 9am to 4pm.
  • Dowley Gap, Wagon Lane, Bingley: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm, Saturday 8am to 4pm and Sunday 9am to 4pm.
  • Golden Butts Road, Ilkley: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm, Saturday 8am to 4pm and Sunday 9am to 4pm.
  • Midland Road, Bradford: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm, Saturday 8am to 4pm and Sunday 9am to 4pm.
  • Royd Ings Avenue, Keighley: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm, Saturday 8am to 12 noon and Sunday 9am to 4pm.
  • Ford Hill, Queensbury: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm, Saturday 8am to 4pm and Sunday 9am to 4pm.
  • Sugden End, Keighley: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm, Saturday 8am to 4pm and Sunday 9am to 4pm.

What’s Bradford famous for?

Bradford Telegraph and Argus: St George's HallSt George's Hall

(Photo: Geograph/ Rich Tea)

It’s hard to name just one thing, as Bradford has many claims to fame.

Firstly, it's the birthplace of many artists, scientists, musicians, sports stars and politicians.

It’s also home to one of the oldest concert halls in the UK, the recently refurbished St George’s Hall.

In the 19th century, Bradford was famous for its wool exports and it even became the wool capital of the world.