WF17 0BA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Timothy Lane, 0.5km from Upper Batley in Batley. Administratively it sits within Batley East ward and the Batley and Spen constituency.
For families considering a move, WF17 0BA represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 48% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kirklees.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £254k, down 36.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WF17 0BA are sourced from Output Area E00055520 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TIMOTHY LANE, WF17 0BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TIMOTHY LANE, WF17 0BA.
355
39
£ 35,300 /yr
49%
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
48% of WF17 0BA's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending down 36.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF17 0BA. The average age is 39.1. 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
Terraced
£ 260,000
3 sales · Mean £ 275,998
Semi-Detached
£ 190,000
1 sales · Mean £ 190,000
Detached
£ 330,000
2 sales · Mean £ 330,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF17 0BA has low crime rates — 12 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
Reach Academy
Upper Batley High School
Park Road Junior Infant and Nursery School
Engage Academy
Batley Grammar School
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- Aldi1.0 km
- Asda1.0 km
- Tesco Extra0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Salt and Crust1.0 km
- Brgr Bro0.9 km
- Franko Pizza0.8 km
- QF Kitchen0.9 km
- Sodexo Ltd0.6 km
- + 7 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Spar, Petrol Filling Station0.9 km
- Mr Frosty's/Paul's Ices0.9 km
- Patson News1.0 km
- Purpose of Life Yorkshire Food Bank, Carlinghow Mills1.0 km
- Dixon's Milk Ices0.9 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Rose Of York0.9 km
- Howley Hall Golf Club0.8 km
- The Greedy Duck0.4 km
- The Victoria0.9 km
- Irish Democratic League Club1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Dixxi Express0.9 km
- Howies Traditional Fish And Chips1.0 km
- Frankies0.9 km
- Harrys Takeaway1.0 km
- Dragon City1.0 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Batley1.6 km
- Dewsbury3.5 km
- Morley3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Scotchman Lane Blenheim Hill0.0 km
- Scotchman Lane Blenheim Hill0.0 km
- Howley Mill Lane0.1 km
- Howley Mill Lane0.1 km
- Heaton Rd Timothy Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF170BA · Data under Open Government Licence