Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

MOUNTAIN CRESCENT, WF12 0BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOUNTAIN CRESCENT, WF12 0BU.

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Population

309

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 34,600 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WF12 0BU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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Area Character

WF12 0BU has a significant social housing presence — 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WF12 0BU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Mountain Crescent, 0.4km from Overthorpe Park in Dewsbury. Administratively it sits within Dewsbury South ward and the Dewsbury constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WF12 0BU is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £116k, 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 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00056745 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF12 0BU. The average age is 33.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.1%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 110,750

4 sales · Mean £ 111,625

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

WF12 0BU has low crime rates — 46 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.

Violence and sexual offences87
Anti-social behaviour22
Public order15
Shoplifting14
Other theft9

school Local Schools

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Overthorpe CofE Academy

Good289 pupils0.5 km
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Thornhill Junior and Infant School

Good359 pupils0.6 km
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Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy

Requires Improvement881 pupils1.0 km
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Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School

Good268 pupils1.1 km
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Headfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good577 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • One Stop0.5 km
  • The Co Operative Food0.3 km
  • Blitz Mobile0.9 km
  • Go Local0.5 km
  • Thornhill News0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Savile Arms0.7 km
  • The Scarborough0.4 km
  • Thornhill Cricket And Bowling Club0.9 km
  • The Flatt Top0.9 km
  • Thornhill Trojans ARLFC0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Mullaco Dewsbury Supermarket0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Eastern Chop Suey Bar0.9 km
  • Fredsters0.7 km
  • Fresh And Fruity0.9 km
  • Biggie Fast Food0.7 km
  • Mavas Fast Food0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Community Cafe0.5 km
  • Corner Cafe0.2 km
  • La Dolce Vita0.5 km
  • Horizon Care0.2 km
  • Thornhill Lees Community Cafe0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ravensthorpe2.0 km
  • Dewsbury2.9 km
  • Mirfield4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Overthorpe Road The Cross0.1 km
  • Overthorpe Road The Cross0.1 km
  • Overthorpe Rd Mountain Road0.2 km
  • Overthorpe Rd Mountain Road0.2 km
  • Chapel Lane Overthorpe Park0.2 km