WF16 9AW is a safe, established residential area on Rayner Avenue, 0.4km from Nunroyd 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. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £225k.
Census 2021 statistics for WF16 9AW are sourced from Output Area E00056228 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RAYNER AVENUE, WF16 9AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAYNER AVENUE, WF16 9AW.
307
38
£ 32,400 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF16 9AW 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 38, WF16 9AW has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF16 9AW. The average age is 38.0. 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 Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 124,500
4 sales · Mean £ 143,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF16 9AW 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
Co-op Academy Smithies Moor
Fairfield School
Heckmondwike Primary School
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary Academy
Heckmondwike Grammar School
Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School
Millbridge, A Share Primary Academy
Carlinghow Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Carlinghow Stores1.0 km
- Go Local Extra0.3 km
- Leeds Road Local0.6 km
- Rehman Junction Store1.0 km
- Hecky Stores1.0 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Black Horse Inn0.6 km
- Heckmondwike Bowling Club0.7 km
- Heckmondwike Sports Club0.8 km
- Brighton Street Working Mens Club0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Meadow Green Bistro0.3 km
- Shama Heckmondwike Ltd0.6 km
- Strada Cafe0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Dale Lane Fisheries0.3 km
- Vegan China0.3 km
- White Lee Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Fryer Tucks0.4 km
- Pizza Passion Outlet0.6 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Batley3.2 km
- Dewsbury3.7 km
- Ravensthorpe4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Scott Ave Rayner Avenue0.0 km
- Scott Ave Rayner Avenue0.1 km
- Curwen Cres Bevor Crescent0.1 km
- Curwen Cres Bevor Crescent0.1 km
- Leeds Old Road Scott Ave0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF169AW · Data under Open Government Licence