WF12 0AP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Parker Road, 0.2km from Lees, Thornhill in Dewsbury. Administratively it sits within Dewsbury South ward and the Dewsbury constituency.
For families considering a move, WF12 0AP represents many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 29 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kirklees.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £135k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for WF12 0AP are sourced from Output Area E00056734 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PARKER ROAD, WF12 0AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARKER ROAD, WF12 0AP.
458
29
£ 32,700 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF12 0AP 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
WF12 0AP has a highly multicultural community character — 86% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF12 0AP. The average age is 28.5. 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: Predominantly a younger crowd. The neighborhood has a significantly lower average age than the national baseline.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 135,000
8 sales · Mean £ 121,687
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF12 0AP has low crime rates — 35 incidents 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
Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School
Headfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Pentland Infant and Nursery School
Overthorpe CofE Academy
Ravenshall School
Savile Town Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School
Thornhill Junior and Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- H And N News0.7 km
- Karolia Convenience Store/Post Offic0.4 km
- Blitz Mobile0.3 km
- Johnsons Toffees - 16ft0.9 km
- Johnsons Toffees 20ft0.9 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Morton House Club And Institute0.5 km
- Overthorpe Sports Club0.8 km
- Masonic Lodge0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Corner Cafe0.9 km
- Horizon Care0.9 km
- Thornhill Lees Community Cafe0.3 km
- Dine Contract Catering0.8 km
- Bommers Baps0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Arnies Fish And Chips0.6 km
- Mavas Fast Food0.3 km
- Pizza Cottage0.3 km
- Vento Pizza0.4 km
- Chachas Curries0.4 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Mullaco Dewsbury Supermarket0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ravensthorpe1.4 km
- Dewsbury2.2 km
- Mirfield4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Ingham Road Pioneer St0.2 km
- Ingham Rd Slaithwaite Road0.2 km
- Lees Hall Rd Ingham Road0.2 km
- Slaithwaite Rd Victoria Road0.3 km
- Lees Hall Rd Ingham Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WF120AP · Data under Open Government Licence