Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

LODGE FARM CLOSE, WF12 0DG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LODGE FARM CLOSE, WF12 0DG.

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Population

562

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 32,700 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF12 0DG 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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6/10
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10/10
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5/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

76% of WF12 0DG'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.

home £212,000 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WF12 0DG is a safe, established residential area on Lodge Farm Close, 0.5km from Slaithwaite in Dewsbury. Administratively it sits within Dewsbury South ward and the Dewsbury 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, manufacturing, energy and utilities. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 72% 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 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £212k.

Census 2021 statistics for WF12 0DG are sourced from Output Area E00056719 (shared with 16 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 WF12 0DG. The average age is 34.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British21.6%
Asian / British Asian75.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 212,000

5 sales · Mean £ 215,000

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

WF12 0DG has low crime rates — 29 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 offences62
Anti-social behaviour18
Public order11
Drugs8
Criminal damage and arson7

school Local Schools

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Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School

Good268 pupils0.6 km
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Headfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good577 pupils0.9 km
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Pentland Infant and Nursery School

Good165 pupils1.0 km
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Overthorpe CofE Academy

Good289 pupils1.1 km
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Thornhill Junior and Infant School

Good359 pupils1.2 km
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Savile Town Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School

Good96 pupils1.3 km
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Ravenshall School

Outstanding201 pupils1.5 km
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Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy

Requires Improvement881 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Morton House Club And Institute0.9 km
  • Masonic Lodge0.8 km
  • The Scarborough1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Corner Cafe0.8 km
  • La Dolce Vita0.7 km
  • Dine Contract Catering0.5 km
  • Horizon Care0.8 km
  • Thornhill Lees Community Cafe0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Mavas Fast Food0.7 km
  • Scarborough Fisheries1.0 km
  • Chachas Curries0.8 km
  • Drip Burger0.8 km
  • Fresh And Fruity0.3 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Karolia Convenience Store/Post Offic0.7 km
  • Blitz Mobile0.3 km
  • Johnsons Toffees - 16ft0.8 km
  • Johnsons Toffees 20ft0.8 km
  • Johnsons Toffees 25ft0.8 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Mullaco Dewsbury Supermarket0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ravensthorpe1.9 km
  • Dewsbury2.2 km
  • Batley4.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Slaithwaite Rd Thornhill Park Avenue0.1 km
  • Slathwaite Road Sefton Rise0.1 km
  • Ingham Rd Slaithwaite Road0.2 km
  • Ingham Road Pioneer St0.2 km
  • Overthorpe Road The Common0.2 km