WF17 0AU is a safe, established residential area on Timothy Lane, 0.4km from Upper Batley in Batley. Administratively it sits within Batley West ward and the Batley and Spen constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WF17, WF17 0AU offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £459k.
Census 2021 statistics for WF17 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00055687 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TIMOTHY LANE, WF17 0AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TIMOTHY LANE, WF17 0AU.
227
47
£ 37,900 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF17 0AU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. WF17 0AU's low deprivation rank, 92% ownership, and £459k 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 WF17 0AU. The average age is 46.6. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 459,750
2 sales · Mean £ 459,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF17 0AU has low crime rates — 17 incidents 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
Upper Batley High School
Reach Academy
Batley Grammar School
Park Road Junior Infant and Nursery School
Engage Academy
Batley Parish Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior Infant and Nursery School
St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy
Carlinghow Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.9 km
- Asda0.9 km
- Tesco Extra0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Chicken Stop Express Batley Ltd1.0 km
- Dragon City0.9 km
- Hardys Burgerhouse0.9 km
- Cha Cha Chai1.0 km
- Cha-Cha Pizzas1.0 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- The Curry Counter0.9 km
- Brgr Bro0.9 km
- Franko Pizza0.8 km
- QF Kitchen0.9 km
- Sodexo Ltd0.4 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Dixon's Milk Ices0.9 km
- Pound Express1.0 km
- Factory Shop0.4 km
- Charnocks Bakery1.0 km
- Grantham Bakers And Confectioners1.0 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Irish Democratic League Club0.9 km
- Admiral Casino1.0 km
- Rose Of York0.9 km
- St Marys Hall0.9 km
- The Victoria0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Batley1.7 km
- Dewsbury3.4 km
- Morley4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Heaton Rd Timothy Lane0.0 km
- Heaton Rd Timothy Lane0.1 km
- Scotchman Lane Blenheim Hill0.2 km
- Scotchman Lane Blenheim Hill0.2 km
- Carlinghow Hill Holly Bank Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WF170AU · Data under Open Government Licence