WF12 8PD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cedar Road, 0.2km from Chickenley in Dewsbury. Administratively it sits within Dewsbury East ward and the Dewsbury constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WF12 8PD is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 85 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for WF12 8PD are sourced from Output Area E00056090 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CEDAR ROAD, WF12 8PD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CEDAR ROAD, WF12 8PD.
262
37
£ 34,200 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF12 8PD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 37% of tenure in WF12 8PD — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 37-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF12 8PD. The average age is 37.3. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 110,000
2 sales · Mean £ 110,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WF12 8PD is moderate at 85 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
Orchard Primary Academy
Earlsheaton Infant School
Gawthorpe Community Academy
Manor Croft Academy
Ossett Holy Trinity CofE VA Primary School
Bywell Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Chickin1.0 km
- Efc Three In 1 Takeaway0.8 km
- Chu Fish And Chip Shop1.0 km
- Peking House0.9 km
- Paradise Indian Takeaway0.3 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Best - One0.1 km
- Bargain Corner Ltd0.4 km
- Food Bank0.3 km
- Austins Quality Butchers0.8 km
- Nisa Patbro Supermarket0.8 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Spangled Bull0.9 km
- Park Hotel1.0 km
- The Commercial0.8 km
- Earlsheaton Central Working Mens Club0.8 km
- Earlsheaton Conservative Club1.0 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Le Petit Cafe0.8 km
- Spinners Fisheries, Spinners Arms0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Heath Cottage Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dewsbury2.3 km
- Batley2.9 km
- Ravensthorpe3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Chickenley Lane Maple Rd0.1 km
- Princess Rd Walnut Lane0.1 km
- Princess Rd Walnut Lane0.2 km
- Chickenley Lane Princess Rd0.2 km
- Maple Road Hazel Ave0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF128PD · Data under Open Government Licence