WF12 7NU is a safe, established residential area located 0.6km from Hanging Heaton in Dewsbury. Administratively it sits within Dewsbury East ward and the Dewsbury constituency.
For families considering a move, WF12 7NU represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for WF12 7NU are sourced from Output Area E00055519 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WF12 7NU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WF12 7NU.
279
42
£ 36,200 /yr
50%
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.
Area Character
WF12 7NU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 81% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF12 7NU. The average age is 42.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF12 7NU has low crime rates — 24 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.
school Local Schools
Bywell Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Hanging Heaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School
Mill Lane Primary School
Manor Croft Academy
Shaw Cross Infant and Nursery School
Eastborough Junior Infant and Nursery School
Warwick Road Primary School
Field Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Sharma Stores1.0 km
- Shell UK0.9 km
- Bywell Stores0.7 km
- M S Dhesi0.2 km
- Slimming World Hanging Heaton0.6 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Hanging Heaton Golf Club0.2 km
- Shaw Cross Sharks Arlfc0.9 km
- Crown Hotel0.7 km
- Plastic Ivy, Amber Court1.0 km
- Dewsbury Rugby League Football Club0.8 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Hemingways Fish & Chips0.2 km
- Sutty's Butties0.9 km
- Chu Fish And Chip Shop1.0 km
- Shakas (Portacabin)1.0 km
- Viaduct Cafe1.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Frosted1.0 km
- Hideaway Kitchen LDT0.9 km
- McDonalds0.8 km
- Roo's Cafe0.6 km
- Oasis Indian Restaurant0.9 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Batley1.1 km
- Dewsbury1.5 km
- Ravensthorpe3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Bennett Lane0.0 km
- Bennett Lane Langdale Rd0.1 km
- Bennett Lane Langdale Rd0.1 km
- Langdale Road0.2 km
- Leeds Rd Bywell Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WF127NU · Data under Open Government Licence