WF16 0BW is a safe, established residential area on Churchill Grove, 0.2km from Heckmondwike in Heckmondwike. Administratively it sits within Heckmondwike ward and the Batley and Spen constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kirklees.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k, down 23.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WF16 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00056254 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHURCHILL GROVE, WF16 0BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCHILL GROVE, WF16 0BW.
389
40
£ 32,400 /yr
45%
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.
Area Character
WF16 0BW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 87% 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. Property prices are trending down 23.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF16 0BW. The average age is 40.0. 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: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 190,000
5 sales · Mean £ 187,500
Detached
£ 263,375
3 sales · Mean £ 272,125
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF16 0BW has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Heckmondwike Grammar School
Heckmondwike Primary School
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary Academy
Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Ethos College
Manorfield Infant and Nursery School
Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School
Norristhorpe Junior and Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Crown Hotel0.8 km
- George Hotel0.6 km
- Heckmondwike Sports Club0.7 km
- Brighton Street Working Mens Club1.0 km
- Heckmondwike Masonic Hall0.5 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Samarkand Indian Restaurant0.6 km
- Anzis Treats N Eats0.8 km
- Butt Karahi0.8 km
- Cafe 540.6 km
- Cafe Han0.5 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Card Factory0.8 km
- Dial A Shake0.7 km
- Hecky Stores0.7 km
- Maughans Too0.8 km
- Mullaco Ltd0.7 km
- + 21 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.8 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarket0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- Ace Burgers and Desserts0.5 km
- Chans Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Dixy Chicken0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Eastern Delight Indian Takeaway0.7 km
- + 22 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dewsbury2.6 km
- Batley2.9 km
- Ravensthorpe3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Walkley Lane Walkley Ter0.3 km
- Walkley Lane Walkley Ter0.3 km
- Walkley Lane Artillery St0.4 km
- Walkley Lane Artillery St0.4 km
- High Street Grammar School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WF160BW · Data under Open Government Licence