WF17 0QH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Moon Close, 0.2km from Brownhill End in Batley. Administratively it sits within Batley West ward and the Batley and Spen constituency.
For families considering a move, WF17 0QH represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £180k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WF17 0QH are sourced from Output Area E00055727 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MOON CLOSE, WF17 0QH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOON CLOSE, WF17 0QH.
264
51
£ 36,200 /yr
41%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WF17 0QH spans multiple life stages — average age 51, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF17 0QH. The average age is 50.5. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 180,000
1 sales · Mean £ 180,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF17 0QH has low crime rates — 32 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
Birstall Primary Academy
St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior, Infant and Early Years School
Batley Girls High School
Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School
Fieldhead Primary Academy
St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy
Carlinghow Academy
Fairfield School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Bargain Corner0.5 km
- Heron Foods0.7 km
- K B General Store0.2 km
- MP Fit Gym0.2 km
- Nisa Local0.8 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Birstall Cricket Club0.4 km
- Birstall Sports & Social Club0.2 km
- The Princess Ballroom0.3 km
- Birstall Conservative Club0.5 km
- Birstall Irish Democratic League Club0.2 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Bangla Lounge0.5 km
- Luigis Ristorante0.5 km
- PPG Architectural Coatings UK Ltd0.7 km
- Hannah's Restaurant Ltd0.4 km
- Swan Lake cafe0.8 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Panda Country Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Picniks Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- Pizza 550.4 km
- Seaspray Fisheries0.4 km
- Yama Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Batley3.4 km
- Morley4.7 km
- Dewsbury4.8 km
Bus Stops
- Leeds Rd Sovereign Close0.0 km
- Leeds Rd Sovereign Close0.1 km
- Gelderd Road Nelson St0.1 km
- Gelderd Road Nelson St0.1 km
- Upper Batley Lane Brownhill Rd0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF170QH · Data under Open Government Licence