WF16 0DR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Halifax Road, 0.1km from Crofts, The in Dewsbury. Administratively it sits within Batley West ward and the Batley and Spen constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 52% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kirklees.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £178k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WF16 0DR are sourced from Output Area E00055597 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HALIFAX ROAD, WF16 0DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HALIFAX ROAD, WF16 0DR.
582
34
£ 32,200 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF16 0DR 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
52% of WF16 0DR's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. 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 WF16 0DR. The average age is 34.4. 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
£ 300,000
1 sales · Mean £ 300,000
Terraced
£ 117,500
2 sales · Mean £ 117,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF16 0DR has low crime rates — 36 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.
school Local Schools
Heckmondwike Primary School
Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School
Manorfield Infant and Nursery School
Heckmondwike Grammar School
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary Academy
Ethos College
St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Budgens0.8 km
- Ruby Food Stores0.8 km
- Go Local Extra0.9 km
- Healey Mini Market0.6 km
- Healey News0.6 km
- + 17 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Healey House Hotel0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- George Inn0.7 km
- Butchers Arms0.4 km
- Heckmondwike Bowling Club0.5 km
- New Inn0.8 km
- Crown Hotel0.4 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Oasis Café0.7 km
- Meadow Green Bistro0.8 km
- Samarkand Indian Restaurant0.9 km
- Cafe 541.0 km
- Cafe Han0.9 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Peppers Fast Food0.9 km
- Bev's0.6 km
- Dale Lane Fisheries0.9 km
- Fishano's0.7 km
- Harlequins Pizza0.1 km
- + 18 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Batley2.5 km
- Dewsbury2.5 km
- Ravensthorpe3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Batley Rd Hollinbank Lane0.1 km
- Halifax Rd Common Road0.2 km
- Halifax Road Clarkson Ave0.2 km
- High Street Lobley St0.2 km
- Batley Road White Lee Rd0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF160DR · Data under Open Government Licence