Caulms Wood Road is in Dewsbury and in Kirklees district. WF12 7BS is located in the Dewsbury East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dewsbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Caulms Wood Road, Dewsbury, WF12 7BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF12 7BU, WF12 7BY, WF13 1NU, WF12 7BP, WF12 7BW, WF12 7AT, WF12 7AS, WF12 7AU, WF12 7BN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF12 7BS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 49.8% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.4% | 50.2% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WF12 7BS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.5% | 27.6% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.1% | 53% | -1.1% | 44.2% | 8.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6% | 9.5% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 8.2% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.6% | 55.5% | 9.9% | 48.4% | 7.1% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 28.6% | -7.7% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 12% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.8% | 17.8% | -8.0% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 10.9% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 14.8% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 8.7% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 18.7% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 26.1% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 11% | 11.0% | 3.1% | 7.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 6.4% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 3.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.4% | 80.8% | -13.6% | 81.4% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.3% | 95.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 95.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 17.4% | 6.5% | 10.9% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Caulms Wood Road was 113.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.3% lower than the Batley East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Caulms Wood Road has the 54th highest crime rate of 150 local areas in Batley East and the 376th highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 147 Caulms Wood Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2023-12-14 | £230,868 |
| 151 Caulms Wood Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-09-06 | £165,334 |
| 147 Caulms Wood Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2013-06-07 | £214,287 |
| 153 Caulms Wood Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,500 | 2006-09-08 | £223,778 |
| 153 Caulms Wood Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2005-11-25 | £179,505 |
WF12 7BS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 4out of 4 | 1,254 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastborough Junior Infant and Nursery School Rockley Street , WF13 1NS | 2out of 4 | 383 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bywell Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School Bendigo Road , WF12 7LX | 3out of 4 | 832 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Earlsheaton Infant School Commercial Street , Earlsheaton WF12 8JF | 3out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Lane Primary School Mill Lane , WF17 6EG | 3out of 4 | 1,212 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warwick Road Primary School Warwick Road , WF17 6BS | 3out of 4 | 1,241 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Croft Academy Old Bank Road , WF12 7DW | 3out of 4 | 466 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Oxford Road , WF13 4LL | 1out of 4 | 1,620 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westborough High School Stockhill Street , WF13 2JE | 3out of 4 | 1,903 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 3,176 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Heckmondwike Grammar School High Street , WF16 0AH | 4out of 4 | 3,753 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batley Grammar School Carlinghow Hill , WF17 0AD | 3out of 4 | 3,517 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Furqaan Preparatory School Drill Hall House , Bath Street WF13 2JR | - not rated | 1,037 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Branch Christian School Dewsbury Gospel Church , West Park Street WF13 4LA | - not rated | 1,357 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Institute of Islamic Education South Street , Savile Town WF12 9NG | - not rated | 1,536 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Rida Girls High School 39 Warren Street , Savile Town WF12 9LX | - not rated | 1,546 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Madni Academy 40-42 Scarborough Street , Savile Town WF12 9AY | - not rated | 1,560 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shake Town Express Unit 10 | Sharp Street Units, Sharp Street | 503 yd | |
| Cafe Etienne | Benettos Coffee House Unit 4, Empire House | 620 yd | |
| Vanners Diner | Cafe Open Market, Stall 12 Dewsbury Market | 623 yd | |
| Cafe on the Market | Stall 5, Dewsbury Market Hall | 624 yd | |
| Khai | 4 Market Shops, Crackenedge Lane | 627 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Hotel | 107 Leeds Road, Dewsbury | 52 yd | |
| Plastic Ivy, Amber Court | 33 Leeds Road, Dewsbury | 348 yd | |
| Hanging Heaton Golf Club | White Cross Road, Dewsbury | 502 yd | |
| Station Hotel | Crackenedge Lane, Dewsbury | 584 yd | |
| Black Bull Hotel | 11 Market Place, Dewsbury | 726 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dewsbury Fisheries | 1 Battye Street, Dewsbury | 542 yd | |
| Victorian Fayre | Central Market, Cloth Hall Street | 623 yd | |
| Nan Thai Kitchen | Shop 7, Dewsbury Open Market | 624 yd | |
| Kfc | Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street | 655 yd | |
| Subway | 7 Broadway House, Foundry Street | 663 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 303 Leeds Road, Dewsbury | 517 yd | |
| Esso | Wakefield Road, Earlsheaton | 670 yd | |
| Aldi Dewsbury | Unit 4, The Rishworth Centre | 775 yd | |
| Sainsburys | Railway Street, Dewsbury | 780 yd | |
| Lidl | Commercial Road, Dewsbury | 861 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Manor Croft Academy OLD BANK ROAD | grass pitches | 350 yd |
| Hanging Heaton Golf Club WHITE CROSS ROAD | golf | 436 yd |
| Bywell Junior School BENDIGO ROAD | grass pitches | 758 yd |
| Leeds Road Paul Hinchcliffe Memorial Ground LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 811 yd |
| Dewsbury Sports Centre Longcauseway | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 815 yd |
| Earlsheaton Park CROSS PARK STREET | grass pitches | 823 yd |
| Crawford Ashley Fitness Centre (Closed) Union Street | health and fitness suite | 841 yd |
| Hanging Heaton Cricket Club BENNETT LANE | grass pitches | 927 yd |
| Ladies Leisure Ltd (Closed) Yorkshire House Yorkshire House South Street | health and fitness suite | 956 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.