WF12 0DJ is a well-regarded residential area on Woodleigh, 0.1km from Overthorpe Park in Dewsbury. Administratively it sits within Dewsbury South ward and the Dewsbury constituency.
For families considering a move, WF12 0DJ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for WF12 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00056748 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODLEIGH, WF12 0DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODLEIGH, WF12 0DJ.
261
46
£ 34,600 /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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WF12 0DJ spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (46) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF12 0DJ. The average age is 45.6. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WF12 0DJ is moderate at 60 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
Thornhill Junior and Infant School
Overthorpe CofE Academy
Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy
Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- One Stop0.5 km
- The Co Operative Food0.0 km
- Go Local0.5 km
- Thornhill News0.2 km
- Partridge Newsagents0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Savile Arms0.5 km
- The Scarborough0.1 km
- Thornhill Cricket And Bowling Club0.8 km
- The Flatt Top0.6 km
- Thornhill Trojans ARLFC0.3 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Mullaco Dewsbury Supermarket1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Fredsters1.0 km
- Biggie Fast Food0.5 km
- Scarborough Fisheries0.1 km
- Snack City0.5 km
- Kings Pizza And Balti House0.8 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Community Cafe0.5 km
- Corner Cafe0.2 km
- La Dolce Vita0.5 km
- Horizon Care0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ravensthorpe2.3 km
- Dewsbury3.2 km
- Mirfield4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Chapel Lane Castle Mount0.1 km
- Chapel Lane Castle Mount0.1 km
- The Town Chapel Lane0.1 km
- Chapel Lane Overthorpe Park0.2 km
- Chapel Lane Overthorpe Park0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF120DJ · Data under Open Government Licence