BD11 1DT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Oakwell Close, 0.6km from Drighlington in Drighlington. Administratively it sits within Morley North ward and the Morley and Outwood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BD11 1DT is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 25% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £120k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BD11 1DT are sourced from Output Area E00058075 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OAKWELL CLOSE, BD11 1DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKWELL CLOSE, BD11 1DT.
361
32
£ 41,800 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BD11 1DT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 54% of tenure in BD11 1DT — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BD11 1DT. The average age is 32.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 120,000
1 sales · Mean £ 120,000
Semi-Detached
£ 104,950
3 sales · Mean £ 103,316
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BD11 1DT is moderate at 54 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Drighlington Primary School
Birchfield Primary School
Fieldhead Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
- Wilko Retail Limited0.7 km
- The Co-operative Pharmacy (Drighlington)1.0 km
- Premier Store (Drighlington)0.6 km
- Kian Stores0.3 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Caffe Nero0.7 km
- Ikea0.9 km
- Craft And World Beers1.0 km
- Costa At Next Unit 8e0.8 km
- Costa Unit 8b0.8 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Seven Eleven Chinese Take Away0.3 km
- The Trawler1.0 km
- Romanos0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Old Brickworks0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Spotted Cow0.9 km
- The New Inn0.3 km
- Drighlington Cricket Club0.9 km
- The Railway Inn0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative (Drighlington)1.0 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Morley3.9 km
- Cottingley4.5 km
- Batley5.1 km
Bus Stops
- Wakefield Rd Oakwell Road0.1 km
- Wakefield Rd Oakwell Road0.1 km
- Wakefield Rd Fairfax Avenue0.2 km
- Wakefield Rd Fairfax Avenue0.2 km
- Wakefield Rd Bradford Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BD111DT · Data under Open Government Licence