WF17 9BH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Fieldhead Lane, 0.3km from Birstall in Batley. Administratively it sits within Birstall and Birkenshaw ward and the Batley and Spen constituency.
For families considering a move, WF17 9BH represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £184k, up 36.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WF17 9BH are sourced from Output Area E00055705 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FIELDHEAD LANE, WF17 9BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FIELDHEAD LANE, WF17 9BH.
324
41
£ 36,200 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF17 9BH represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WF17 9BH spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 36.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF17 9BH. The average age is 40.7. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 155,250
4 sales · Mean £ 154,625
Semi-Detached
£ 152,000
11 sales · Mean £ 155,540
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WF17 9BH is moderate at 61 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.
school Local Schools
Fieldhead Primary Academy
St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy
St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior, Infant and Early Years School
Birstall Primary Academy
Batley Girls High School
Drighlington Primary School
Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Slimming World1.0 km
- Londis1.0 km
- 4 Market Place1.0 km
- Haggart's Family Butcher0.9 km
- Major Newsagents0.3 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Horse And Jockey0.9 km
- Birstall Sports & Social Club1.0 km
- The Princess Ballroom1.0 km
- The Railway Inn0.9 km
- Birstall Conservative Club0.9 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Cafe At Number One1.0 km
- Cafe V1.0 km
- Spice Garden0.9 km
- Hannah's Restaurant Ltd0.9 km
- The Cobbles Restaurant And Bistro1.0 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Sunny Chop Suey Centre0.9 km
- Paradise Pizza0.9 km
- Ja lounge0.9 km
- Leoruskys Pizza0.9 km
- Naveeds Indian Takeaway0.9 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Batley4.4 km
- Morley4.8 km
- Dewsbury5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Fieldhead Ln Lowood Lane0.0 km
- Field Head Lane Lowood Ln0.1 km
- Rochester Rd Branwell Avenue0.1 km
- Fieldhead Ln Lowood Lane0.1 km
- Field Head Lane Field Head Crescent0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF179BH · Data under Open Government Licence