WF16 0BJ is a safe, established residential area on Cawley Lane, 0.1km from Hill Top Estate in Heckmondwike. Administratively it sits within Heckmondwike ward and the Batley and Spen constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WF16, WF16 0BJ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kirklees.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £460k.
Census 2021 statistics for WF16 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00056254 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CAWLEY LANE, WF16 0BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAWLEY LANE, WF16 0BJ.
389
40
£ 32,400 /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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. WF16 0BJ's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership, and £460k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF16 0BJ. The average age is 40.0. 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: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 460,000
1 sales · Mean £ 460,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF16 0BJ has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Heckmondwike Primary School
Heckmondwike Grammar School
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary Academy
Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Manorfield Infant and Nursery School
Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School
Ethos College
St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
31 nearby- Budgens1.0 km
- Ruby Food Stores0.8 km
- Healey Mini Market0.9 km
- Healey News0.9 km
- Nisa Local0.9 km
- + 26 more
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Oasis Café1.0 km
- Meadow Green Bistro1.0 km
- Samarkand Indian Restaurant0.6 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- Anzis Treats N Eats0.9 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Butchers Arms0.6 km
- Heckmondwike Bowling Club0.5 km
- New Inn1.0 km
- Crown Hotel0.7 km
- George Hotel0.6 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
29 nearby- Bev's0.7 km
- Fishano's1.0 km
- Harlequins Pizza0.4 km
- Kashmir Take Away0.4 km
- Lahore Fisheries0.7 km
- + 24 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.8 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarket0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dewsbury2.6 km
- Batley2.8 km
- Ravensthorpe3.5 km
Bus Stops
- High St Cawley Lane0.3 km
- High Street Chapel Ln0.3 km
- High Street Lobley St0.3 km
- Halifax Road Clarkson Ave0.3 km
- High Street Grammar School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WF160BJ · Data under Open Government Licence