Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

BATLEY FIELD HILL, WF17 0BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BATLEY FIELD HILL, WF17 0BE.

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Population

355

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 35,300 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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10/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. WF17 0BE's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership, and £555k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £555k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

WF17 0BE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Batley Field Hill, 0.3km from Lamplands in Batley. Administratively it sits within Batley East ward and the Batley and Spen constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WF17, WF17 0BE offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 48% 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. Property: Prices average £555k.

Census 2021 statistics for WF17 0BE are sourced from Output Area E00055520 (shared with 12 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 WF17 0BE. The average age is 39.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British52.2%
Asian / British Asian45.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 540,000

1 sales · Mean £ 540,000

Detached

£ 735,000

3 sales · Mean £ 620,000

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

WF17 0BE has low crime rates — 40 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.

Violence and sexual offences61
Anti-social behaviour22
Criminal damage and arson13
Vehicle crime9
Public order8

school Local Schools

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Reach Academy

Good13 pupils0.2 km
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Upper Batley High School

Good748 pupils0.3 km
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Park Road Junior Infant and Nursery School

Good194 pupils0.5 km
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Engage Academy

Good8 pupils0.5 km
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Batley Parish Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior Infant and Nursery School

Requires Improvement219 pupils0.6 km
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Batley Grammar School

Good1014 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy

Good0.9 km
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Field Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding225 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Gelato Passion0.8 km
  • Rafiq Halal Meat0.9 km
  • Charnocks Bakery0.7 km
  • Grantham Bakers And Confectioners0.7 km
  • Icestone Gelato0.8 km
  • + 15 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

29 nearby
  • Papa G's Bar@Bistro Ltd1.0 km
  • Salt and Crust0.8 km
  • Angelinas0.9 km
  • Brew Coffeehouse and Brunch0.9 km
  • Brgr Bro0.6 km
  • + 24 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.7 km
  • Asda0.7 km
  • Tesco Extra0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Chicken Stop Express Batley Ltd0.7 km
  • Cha Cha Chai0.7 km
  • Cha-Cha Pizzas0.7 km
  • Cooplands0.7 km
  • Dixxi Express0.6 km
  • + 13 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Admiral Casino0.7 km
  • Bradford Road Central Club0.8 km
  • Rose Of York0.6 km
  • The Royal Air Forces Association0.9 km
  • The Union Rooms0.9 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Batley1.4 km
  • Dewsbury3.2 km
  • Morley4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Blenhiem House Hotel0.0 km
  • Blenhiem House Hotel0.1 km
  • Heaton Rd Timothy Lane0.3 km
  • Heaton Rd Timothy Lane0.3 km
  • Batley Field Hill Chinewood Avenue0.3 km