Bywell Road is in Dewsbury and in Kirklees district. WF12 7LH 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 Bywell Road, Dewsbury, WF12 7LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF12 7JY, WF12 7LQ, WF12 7JZ, WF12 7LS, WF12 7JU, WF12 7LZ, WF12 7LA, WF12 7LR, WF12 7JT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF12 7LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.8% | 51.8% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 45.2% | 48.2% | 3.0% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.1% | 30.2% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.5% | 49.8% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 7.8% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 9.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.4% | 45.9% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 40.2% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 11% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 27.2% | 23.2% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 9.2% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 17.4% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.3% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 16.4% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 23.2% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 6.8% | 4.3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 4.6% | 13% | 8.4% | 3.1% | 9.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 8.5% | 6.6% | 2.7% | 5.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 92% | 76.5% | -15.5% | 81.4% | -4.9% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 95.8% | 93.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 93.1% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.3% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.5% | 37.2% | -8.7% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 19.9% | 6.5% | 13.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bywell Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Batley East average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Bywell Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-10-04 | £327,845 |
| 61 Bywell Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £181,500 | 2023-03-13 | £203,347 |
| 59 Bywell Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2023-01-25 | £326,960 |
| 54 Bywell Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2019-09-02 | £202,183 |
| 38 Bywell Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2019-08-14 | £211,133 |
WF12 7LH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 4out of 4 | 1,786 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bywell Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School Bendigo Road , WF12 7LX | 3out of 4 | 317 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastborough Junior Infant and Nursery School Rockley Street , WF13 1NS | 2out of 4 | 885 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanging Heaton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School High Street , Hanging Heaton WF17 6DW | 3out of 4 | 1,080 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Earlsheaton Infant School Commercial Street , Earlsheaton WF12 8JF | 3out of 4 | 1,097 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaw Cross Infant and Nursery School Leeds Road , Shaw Cross WF12 7HP | 3out of 4 | 1,225 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 | 289 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Oxford Road , WF13 4LL | 1out of 4 | 2,149 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westborough High School Stockhill Street , WF13 2JE | 3out of 4 | 2,434 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 3,269 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Heckmondwike Grammar School High Street , WF16 0AH | 4out of 4 | 4,192 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 | 3,652 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 | 1,566 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Madni Academy 40-42 Scarborough Street , Savile Town WF12 9AY | - not rated | 1,841 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| The Branch Christian School Dewsbury Gospel Church , West Park Street WF13 4LA | - not rated | 1,863 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rida Girls High School 39 Warren Street , Savile Town WF12 9LX | - not rated | 1,914 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Institute of Islamic Education South Street , Savile Town WF12 9NG | - not rated | 1,919 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roos Cafe | Unit 1, Shaw Cross Business Park | 776 yd | |
| The Shake Town Express Unit 10 | Sharp Street Units, Sharp Street | 1,035 yd | |
| McDonalds | 18B Owl Lane, Shaw Cross | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanging Heaton Golf Club | White Cross Road, Dewsbury | 339 yd | |
| Crown Hotel | 107 Leeds Road, Dewsbury | 570 yd | |
| Hanging Heaton Cricket Club | Bennett Lane, Hanging Heaton | 847 yd | |
| Fox And Hounds | Bennett Lane, Hanging Heaton | 847 yd | |
| Plastic Ivy, Amber Court | 33 Leeds Road, Dewsbury | 870 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stacey's Place | Staceys Place, 392 Leeds Road | 450 yd | |
| Chu Fish And Chip Shop | 204 Old Bank Road, Earlsheaton | 497 yd | |
| Bobbys smash burgers | 264 Wakefield Road, Earlsheaton | 578 yd | |
| Dewsbury Fisheries | 1 Battye Street, Dewsbury | 1,073 yd | |
| Kfc | Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 303 Leeds Road, Dewsbury | 320 yd | |
| Esso | Wakefield Road, Earlsheaton | 600 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bywell Junior School BENDIGO ROAD | grass pitches | 267 yd |
| Manor Croft Academy OLD BANK ROAD | grass pitches | 345 yd |
| Hanging Heaton Golf Club WHITE CROSS ROAD | golf | 393 yd |
| Leeds Road Paul Hinchcliffe Memorial Ground LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 399 yd |
| Earlsheaton Park CROSS PARK STREET | grass pitches | 800 yd |
| Hanging Heaton Cricket Club BENNETT LANE | grass pitches | 831 yd |
| Wakefield Road Recreation Ground WAKEFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 837 yd |
| Dewsbury Rams (Tetley'S Stadium) THE TETLEYS STADIUM THE TETLEYS STADIUM OWL LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 868 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 75.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 141.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 49.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.