Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

WF16 0AG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WF16 0AG.

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Population

472

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 32,400 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF16 0AG 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.

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4/10
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8/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

WF16 0AG has a highly multicultural community character — 62% 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.

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

WF16 0AG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Hill Top Estate in Heckmondwike. Administratively it sits within Heckmondwike ward and the Batley and Spen constituency.

For families considering a move, WF16 0AG 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, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 60% 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 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 WF16 0AG are sourced from Output Area E00056245 (shared with 11 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 WF16 0AG. The average age is 35.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British30.9%
Asian / British Asian62.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed6.8%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

WF16 0AG has low crime rates — 40 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences171
Public order27
Criminal damage and arson24
Anti-social behaviour20
Burglary20

school Local Schools

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Heckmondwike Primary School

Good467 pupils0.2 km
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Heckmondwike Grammar School

Good1553 pupils0.4 km
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Holy Spirit Catholic Primary Academy

Good209 pupils0.6 km
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Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good353 pupils0.6 km
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Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School

Good372 pupils0.7 km
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Manorfield Infant and Nursery School

Inadequate0.8 km
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Ethos College

Outstanding17 pupils1.3 km
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Fairfield School

Good120 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

32 nearby
  • Budgens1.0 km
  • Ruby Food Stores0.9 km
  • Go Local Extra0.8 km
  • Healey Mini Market0.7 km
  • Healey News0.7 km
  • + 27 more
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Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • George Inn0.8 km
  • Butchers Arms0.6 km
  • Heckmondwike Bowling Club0.3 km
  • New Inn1.0 km
  • Crown Hotel0.6 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Oasis Café0.9 km
  • Meadow Green Bistro0.7 km
  • Samarkand Indian Restaurant0.7 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Cafe 540.8 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

31 nearby
  • Bev's0.7 km
  • Dale Lane Fisheries0.8 km
  • Fishano's0.9 km
  • Harlequins Pizza0.1 km
  • Kashmir Take Away0.1 km
  • + 26 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl0.9 km
  • Wm Morrison Supermarket1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Batley2.7 km
  • Dewsbury2.7 km
  • Ravensthorpe3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • High Street Lobley St0.0 km
  • Halifax Road Clarkson Ave0.1 km
  • High Street Chapel Ln0.1 km
  • Batley Rd Hollinbank Lane0.2 km
  • High St Cawley Lane0.2 km