Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

LASCELLES ROAD, WF16 0DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LASCELLES ROAD, WF16 0DF.

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Population

457

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 32,400 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF16 0DF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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10/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

WF16 0DF has a highly multicultural community character — 63% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 35.2% year-on-year.

home £208,750 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WF16 0DF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Lascelles Road, 0.1km from Crofts, The in Heckmondwike. Administratively it sits within Heckmondwike ward and the Batley and Spen constituency.

For families considering a move, WF16 0DF represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kirklees.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £208k, up 35.2% year-on-year. 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 WF16 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00056248 (shared with 7 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 0DF. The average age is 34.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British35.9%
Asian / British Asian63.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 240,000

1 sales · Mean £ 240,000

Semi-Detached

£ 130,000

3 sales · Mean £ 142,500

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

WF16 0DF has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences163
Public order28
Criminal damage and arson25
Anti-social behaviour23
Vehicle crime16

school Local Schools

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Heckmondwike Primary School

Good467 pupils0.4 km
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Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good353 pupils0.5 km
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Heckmondwike Grammar School

Good1553 pupils0.6 km
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Manorfield Infant and Nursery School

Inadequate0.7 km
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Holy Spirit Catholic Primary Academy

Good209 pupils0.8 km
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Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School

Good372 pupils0.8 km
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Ethos College

Outstanding17 pupils1.0 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy

Requires Improvement212 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

28 nearby
  • Budgens0.8 km
  • Ruby Food Stores0.6 km
  • Healey Mini Market0.8 km
  • Healey News0.8 km
  • Nisa Local0.6 km
  • + 23 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • George Inn0.9 km
  • Butchers Arms0.4 km
  • Heckmondwike Bowling Club0.6 km
  • New Inn0.8 km
  • Crown Hotel0.4 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Oasis Café0.7 km
  • Samarkand Indian Restaurant0.8 km
  • Cafe 540.9 km
  • Cafe Han0.8 km
  • Indicano0.9 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

24 nearby
  • Peppers Fast Food0.9 km
  • Bev's0.4 km
  • Fishano's0.7 km
  • Harlequins Pizza0.3 km
  • Kashmir Take Away0.3 km
  • + 19 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dewsbury2.4 km
  • Batley2.5 km
  • Ravensthorpe3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Halifax Rd Common Road0.3 km
  • High Street Lobley St0.3 km
  • Halifax Road Clarkson Ave0.3 km
  • Halifax Rd Common Road0.3 km
  • Batley Rd Hollinbank Lane0.4 km