WF12 0RF is a safe, established residential area on Longcauseway, 0.5km from Lees Moor in Dewsbury. Administratively it sits within Dewsbury South ward and the Dewsbury constituency.
For families considering a move, WF12 0RF 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. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 69% 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 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k.
Census 2021 statistics for WF12 0RF are sourced from Output Area E00056740 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONGCAUSEWAY, WF12 0RF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONGCAUSEWAY, WF12 0RF.
362
38
£ 32,700 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF12 0RF 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 0RF has a highly multicultural community character — 54% 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 0RF. The average age is 37.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF12 0RF has low crime rates — 34 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
Overthorpe CofE Academy
Headfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Thornhill Junior and Infant School
Pentland Infant and Nursery School
Ravenshall School
Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy
Savile Town Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Bommers Baps0.8 km
- Horizon Care0.5 km
- Thornhill Lees Community Cafe0.5 km
- Community Cafe0.8 km
- Corner Cafe0.6 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Pizza St Pietro0.9 km
- Thornhill Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Chachas Curries0.7 km
- Drip Burger0.7 km
- Fresh And Fruity0.5 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Karolia Convenience Store/Post Offic0.7 km
- Blitz Mobile0.5 km
- Crumbz0.7 km
- Go Local0.8 km
- H And N News0.9 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Black Horse Hotel0.9 km
- Overthorpe Sports Club0.6 km
- Masonic Lodge0.9 km
- Morton House Club And Institute0.6 km
- Thornhill Trojans ARLFC0.7 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Mullaco Dewsbury Supermarket0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ravensthorpe1.7 km
- Dewsbury2.5 km
- Mirfield4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Lees Hall Rd Ingham Road0.1 km
- Lees Hall Rd Ingham Road0.1 km
- Ingham Road Pioneer St0.3 km
- Ingham Rd Slaithwaite Road0.3 km
- Thornhill Lees Post Office0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WF120RF · Data under Open Government Licence