Bradley is a small residential and semi-rural district in the northern part of Stoke-on-Trent, situated between Norton and Chell on the edge of the city boundary. 

Historically, the area remained largely agricultural for much of its development, with scattered farms and cottages reflecting its countryside origins. Over time, limited residential growth and gradual expansion from nearby settlements introduced more housing, while still preserving much of its open and rural character. 

Today, Bradley remains one of the more lightly developed parts of Stoke-on-Trent, acting as a transitional area between the urban edge of the city and the surrounding residential districts.