Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

LINESIDE COTTAGES, WF12 0RY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LINESIDE COTTAGES, WF12 0RY.

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Population

444

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 34,600 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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4/10
homeHome Ownership
8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates WF12 0RY — age 48, 80% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

WF12 0RY is a safe, established residential area on Lineside Cottages, 0.6km from Fox Royd in Kirklees. Administratively it sits within Dewsbury South ward and the Dewsbury constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for WF12 0RY are sourced from Output Area E00056704 (shared with 27 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 0RY. The average age is 47.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian2.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

WF12 0RY has low crime rates — 25 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.

Violence and sexual offences25
Public order5
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Ravenshall School

Outstanding201 pupils0.6 km
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Overthorpe CofE Academy

Good289 pupils1.1 km
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Thornhill Lees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Infant and Nursery School

Good268 pupils1.3 km
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Headfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good577 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Thornhill Lees Community Cafe0.9 km
  • Bommers Baps0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Desi Nashta0.7 km
  • Arnies Fish And Chips0.6 km
  • Mavas Fast Food0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Overthorpe Sports Club0.8 km
  • Morton House Club And Institute0.7 km
  • Edge Top Working Mens Club0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • H And N News0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ravensthorpe0.9 km
  • Dewsbury2.8 km
  • Mirfield3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Ouzelwell Lane Ouzelwell Crescent0.3 km
  • Ouzelwell Rd Ouzelwell Crescent0.5 km