WF12 0BL is a mixed residential area on Highgate Terrace, 0.4km from Overthorpe in Dewsbury. Administratively it sits within Dewsbury South ward and the Dewsbury constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WF12 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00056710 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGHGATE TERRACE, WF12 0BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHGATE TERRACE, WF12 0BL.
366
49
£ 34,600 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF12 0BL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates WF12 0BL — age 49, 90% ownership, 10% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF12 0BL. The average age is 48.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 138,000
2 sales · Mean £ 138,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WF12 0BL is moderate at 76 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Overthorpe CofE Academy
Thornhill Junior and Infant School
Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy
Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School
Ravenshall School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Edge Top Working Mens Club0.6 km
- Thornhill Trojans ARLFC0.5 km
- The Scarborough0.8 km
- Black Horse Hotel0.0 km
- Overthorpe Sports Club0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Pizza St Pietro0.8 km
- Thornhill Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- Biggie Fast Food0.5 km
- Scarborough Fisheries0.8 km
- Snack City0.3 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Go Local0.3 km
- Thornhill News0.9 km
- One Stop0.3 km
- The Co Operative Food0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Community Cafe0.3 km
- Corner Cafe0.8 km
- Horizon Care0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ravensthorpe1.9 km
- Dewsbury3.4 km
- Mirfield3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Whitley Rd Foxroyd Lane0.1 km
- Whitley Rd Foxroyd Lane0.1 km
- Black Horse Inn0.1 km
- Black Horse Inn0.1 km
- Edge Top WMC0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF120BL · Data under Open Government Licence