Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

BADGERS WALK, WF16 0BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BADGERS WALK, WF16 0BS.

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Population

389

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 32,400 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10
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9/10
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7/10
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5/10
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6/10
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5/10
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8/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WF16 0BS spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. £167k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 59.3% year-on-year.

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

WF16 0BS is a safe, established residential area on Badgers Walk, 0.1km from Hill Top Estate in Heckmondwike. Administratively it sits within Heckmondwike ward and the Batley and Spen constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £167k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 59.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WF16 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00056254 (shared with 8 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 WF16 0BS. 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

White / British57.8%
Asian / British Asian32.6%
Black / African / Caribbean4.6%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 178,000

6 sales · Mean £ 188,666

Terraced

£ 158,000

14 sales · Mean £ 150,571

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

WF16 0BS has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences138
Other theft19
Criminal damage and arson19
Anti-social behaviour17
Public order17

school Local Schools

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Heckmondwike Primary School

Good467 pupils0.2 km
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Heckmondwike Grammar School

Good1553 pupils0.3 km
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Holy Spirit Catholic Primary Academy

Good209 pupils0.4 km
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Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good353 pupils0.8 km
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Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School

Good372 pupils1.0 km
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Manorfield Infant and Nursery School

Inadequate1.0 km
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Ethos College

Outstanding17 pupils1.1 km
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Millbridge, A Share Primary Academy

Good297 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

29 nearby
  • Ruby Food Stores0.9 km
  • Healey Mini Market1.0 km
  • Healey News1.0 km
  • Nisa Local1.0 km
  • Rehman Junction Store0.5 km
  • + 24 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Butchers Arms0.7 km
  • Heckmondwike Bowling Club0.5 km
  • Crown Hotel0.7 km
  • George Hotel0.7 km
  • Heckmondwike Sports Club0.5 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Meadow Green Bistro0.9 km
  • Samarkand Indian Restaurant0.5 km
  • Costa Coffee0.7 km
  • Anzis Treats N Eats0.8 km
  • Butt Karahi0.8 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

28 nearby
  • Bev's0.7 km
  • Harlequins Pizza0.4 km
  • Kashmir Take Away0.4 km
  • Lahore Fisheries0.8 km
  • Shake Street0.8 km
  • + 23 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • Wm Morrison Supermarket0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dewsbury2.7 km
  • Batley2.9 km
  • Ravensthorpe3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • High St Cawley Lane0.2 km
  • High Street Grammar School0.3 km
  • High Street Chapel Ln0.3 km
  • High Street Church Ln0.3 km
  • High Street Lobley St0.3 km