Bradford, Illinois
Bradford is a small community located in northeastern Osceola Township in Stark County, along Illinois Route 40. The Village is approximately 35 miles north of Peoria and 65 miles east of the Quad Cities. According to the 2020 Census, Bradford has a population of 676.
Bradford provides a variety of services for residents while maintaining the close-knit character of a rural Illinois community. Emergency services include the Bradford Volunteer Fire Department and a local branch of the Stark County Ambulance Service.
Residents also have access to municipal water and sewer service, weekly garbage collection, and recycling collection on alternating weeks. Electric and natural gas service are provided by Ameren, with telecommunications and internet services available through area providers.
Stark County
County
1869
Established
Illinois Route 40
Location
676
2020 Census Population
Community & Services
Learn more about the services, departments, and local government that support the Village of Bradford.
Local Government
Bradford is governed by the Village President and Village Board, with public meetings, records, ordinances, and municipal information available through the Village website.
Public Safety
Bradford is served by the Bradford Police Department, Bradford Volunteer Fire Department, and local emergency medical services, helping provide coordinated public safety for the community.
Utilities & Services
The Village provides municipal water and sewer service and connects residents with utility billing, garbage, recycling, and other essential community services.