WF16 0AW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Hill Top Estate in Heckmondwike. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Heckmondwike ward and the Batley and Spen constituency.
Within the WF16 district, this postcode is characterised by a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 56) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 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 0AW are sourced from Output Area E00056240 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WF16 0AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WF16 0AW.
232
56
£ 32,400 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF16 0AW 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.
Area Character
With 50% social renting, WF16 0AW is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF16 0AW. The average age is 55.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF16 0AW has low crime rates — 41 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
Heckmondwike Primary School
Heckmondwike Grammar School
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary Academy
Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School
Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Millbridge, A Share Primary Academy
Manorfield Infant and Nursery School
Co-op Academy Smithies Moor
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
28 nearby- Go Local Extra0.7 km
- Healey Mini Market0.9 km
- Healey News0.9 km
- Rehman Junction Store0.5 km
- Card Factory0.6 km
- + 23 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Butchers Arms0.9 km
- Heckmondwike Bowling Club0.1 km
- Crown Hotel0.9 km
- Heckmondwike Sports Club0.2 km
- Brighton Street Working Mens Club0.5 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Meadow Green Bistro0.6 km
- Samarkand Indian Restaurant0.4 km
- Costa Coffee0.5 km
- Anzis Treats N Eats0.7 km
- Butt Karahi0.7 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
29 nearby- Dale Lane Fisheries0.7 km
- Harlequins Pizza0.5 km
- Kashmir Take Away0.5 km
- Lahore Fisheries1.0 km
- Shake Street1.0 km
- + 24 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.6 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarket0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Batley3.0 km
- Dewsbury3.0 km
- Ravensthorpe3.9 km
Bus Stops
- High Street Grammar School0.1 km
- High St Cawley Lane0.2 km
- Chapel Lane0.2 km
- Chapel Ln Trueman Avenue0.2 km
- High Street Chapel Ln0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF160AW · Data under Open Government Licence