WF14 0AX is a safe, established residential area on Shepley Mount, 0.3km from Crossley Hill in Mirfield. Administratively it sits within Mirfield ward and the Dewsbury constituency.
For families considering a move, WF14 0AX represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £175k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WF14 0AX are sourced from Output Area E00056142 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHEPLEY MOUNT, WF14 0AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHEPLEY MOUNT, WF14 0AX.
278
48
£ 42,800 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
WF14 0AX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 85% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF14 0AX. The average age is 47.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 153,750
3 sales · Mean £ 165,583
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF14 0AX has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Crossley Fields Junior and Infant School
Old Bank Academy
Castle Hall Academy
The Mirfield Free Grammar
Crowlees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
Battyeford CofE (VC) Primary School
Hollybank School
Norristhorpe Junior and Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Shillbank Convenience Store0.9 km
- Knowle Newsagents1.0 km
- Lee Green News0.4 km
- One Stop0.2 km
- Maughans Caterers0.4 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- China Garden0.9 km
- Alicat All Day Food0.3 km
- Goodfillas0.6 km
- Hennie Penny's Ltd0.5 km
- Paradise Takeaway0.6 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Saville Arms0.5 km
- Old Colonial Club0.5 km
- Mirfield Parish Cricket Club0.3 km
- Northorpe Working Mens Club And Institute1.0 km
- Old Bank WMC0.4 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Capri Mirfield0.4 km
- Spice Of Bengal0.3 km
- The Pie Shed Mirfield0.6 km
- The Greek Grill0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co Operative Food0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Mirfield1.7 km
- Ravensthorpe2.6 km
- Dewsbury3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Greenside Rd Shepley Moiunt0.1 km
- Greenside Rd Shepley Mount0.1 km
- Greenside Rd Jenny Lane0.2 km
- Greenside Road Greenside Estate0.3 km
- Dunbottle Lane Lee Green0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WF140AX · Data under Open Government Licence