WF12 7JT is a safe, established residential area on Bywell Road, 0.7km from Shaw Cross in Dewsbury. Administratively it sits within Dewsbury East ward and the Dewsbury constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £192k, up 7.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WF12 7JT are sourced from Output Area E00056061 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BYWELL ROAD, WF12 7JT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BYWELL ROAD, WF12 7JT.
248
42
£ 36,200 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF12 7JT represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
WF12 7JT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 78% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 7.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF12 7JT. The average age is 41.5. 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: 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
£ 174,750
18 sales · Mean £ 176,611
Terraced
£ 149,000
2 sales · Mean £ 149,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF12 7JT has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bywell Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Manor Croft Academy
Hanging Heaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
Eastborough Junior Infant and Nursery School
Shaw Cross Infant and Nursery School
Mill Lane Primary School
Earlsheaton Infant School
Orchard Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Sharma Stores0.6 km
- Kevins Butchers0.3 km
- The Co Operative Food0.3 km
- A K General Store0.8 km
- Bywell Stores0.3 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Heath Cottage Hotel0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Hanging Heaton Golf Club0.1 km
- Crown Hotel0.5 km
- Hanging Heaton Cricket Club0.6 km
- Station Hotel1.0 km
- The Fox and Hounds0.7 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Esso0.7 km
- Tesco0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Hemingways Fish & Chips0.3 km
- Dewsbury Fisheries1.0 km
- Chu Fish And Chip Shop0.6 km
- Peking House0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Shake Town Express Unit 100.9 km
- McDonalds0.9 km
- Roo's Cafe0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dewsbury1.4 km
- Batley1.4 km
- Ravensthorpe3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Bywell Rd Bendigo Rd0.0 km
- Bywell Road Bendigo Rd0.1 km
- Bywell Road Bendigo Rd0.1 km
- Bendigo Rd Bywell Road0.1 km
- Bendigo Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WF127JT · Data under Open Government Licence