Chadwick Fold Lane is in Mirfield and in Kirklees district. WF14 8PF is located in the Mirfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dewsbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chadwick Fold Lane, Mirfield, WF14 8PF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF14 8PA, WF14 8PG, WF14 8NY, WF14 8NT, WF14 8NX, WF14 8NU, WF14 8QE, WF14 8NS, WF14 8PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF14 8PF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 50.6% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49% | 49.4% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WF14 8PF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.8% | 44.9% | 7.1% | 37.9% | 7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.4% | 38.9% | -5.5% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 3.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 10% | 7.9% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.6% | 49.1% | -2.5% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 34% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 12.3% | 0.9% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.7% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 15.8% | 12.8% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 10.6% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 14.7% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 4.2% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17% | 17% | 0.0% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29% | 39.2% | 10.2% | 33.8% | 5.4% |
| Other | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 95.8% | 90.5% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 9.1% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 98.1% | 95.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 95.1% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.1% | 37.2% | 14.9% |
| Christian | 39.9% | 46.2% | -6.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chadwick Fold Lane was 101.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.8% higher than the Mirfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chadwick Fold Lane has the 14th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Mirfield and the 447th highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 86.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Chadwick Fold Lane, Mirfield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2024-12-06 | £77,738 |
| 27 Chadwick Fold Lane, Mirfield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-04-29 | £133,857 |
| 31 Chadwick Fold Lane, Mirfield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2008-01-28 | £136,310 |
| 31 Chadwick Fold Lane, Mirfield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2005-04-15 | £142,647 |
| 31 Chadwick Fold Lane, Mirfield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £48,950 | 2003-01-27 | £149,201 |
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 5,212 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopton Primary School Woodend Road , WF14 8PR | 4out of 4 | 289 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crowlees Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School Springfield Park , WF14 9PD | 4out of 4 | 1,045 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Battyeford CofE (VC) Primary School Nab Lane , WF14 9QH | 3out of 4 | 1,586 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Bank Academy Taylor Hall Lane , WF14 0HW | - not rated | 2,158 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossley Fields Junior and Infant School Wellhouse Lane , WF14 0BE | 3out of 4 | 2,277 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Hall Academy Richard Thorpe Avenue , WF14 9PH | 1out of 4 | 1,485 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mirfield Free Grammar Kitson Hill Road , WF14 9EZ | 2out of 4 | 2,058 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Spen Valley High School Roberttown Lane , WF15 7LX | 3out of 4 | 4,297 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherhall Learning Campus High School Netherhall Avenue , Rawthorpe HD5 9PG | 3out of 4 | 4,561 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westborough High School Stockhill Street , WF13 2JE | 3out of 4 | 4,709 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollybank School Roe Head , Far Common Road WF14 0DQ | 4out of 4 | 2,932 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravenshall School Ravensthorpe Road , Thornhill Lees WF12 9EE | 4out of 4 | 3,703 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rida Boys High School Perseverance Inn , Forge Lane WF12 9EJ | - not rated | 4,170 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Mill Cottage Montessori School Wakefield Road , HD6 4HA | - not rated | 4,319 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ethos College Knowles Hill Road , WF13 4QS | 4out of 4 | 4,705 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mardy Crumb | 48 Calder Road, Lower Hopton | 142 yd | |
| Cupushi | Former, 54 Calder Road | 146 yd | |
| Ravello | 192 Huddersfield Road, Mirfield | 559 yd | |
| Night & Day Mirfield Ltd | 184 Huddersfield Road, Mirfield | 591 yd | |
| Taylor's Cafe | Cafe Nosh, 188 Huddersfield Road | 597 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Hopton Working Mens Club | 53 North Street, Lower Hopton | 254 yd | |
| Flower Pot | 65 Calder Road, Lower Hopton | 342 yd | |
| Navigation Tavern | 6 Station Road, Mirfield | 442 yd | |
| The Office | Fold Head Mills, Huddersfield Road | 593 yd | |
| Mirfield Masonic Lodge | 14 King Street, Mirfield | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast & Sandwich Bar | Premier, 36 Calder Road | 189 yd | |
| Jacks Chippy | 26 Calder Road, Lower Hopton | 246 yd | |
| The Sandwich Shop | 30 Calder Road, Lower Hopton | 246 yd | |
| Rustic Pizza | 36 Calder Road, Lower Hopton | 246 yd | |
| Kowloon Cantonese Takeaway | 186 Huddersfield Road, Mirfield | 559 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Station Road, Mirfield | 524 yd | |
| The Co Operative Food | Huddersfield Road, Mirfield | 625 yd | |
| Tesco Stores | Tesco Express, 130 Huddersfield Road | 625 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Roy Ellam'S Premier Health Club TRINITY STREET | health and fitness suite | 677 yd |
| Lower Hopton Football Club CALDER CLOSE | grass pitches | 778 yd |
| Mirfield Memorial Ground MIRFIELD MEMORIAL PARK MIRFIELD MEMORIAL PARK HUDDERSFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 982 yd |
| Knowl Park KNOWL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,014 yd |
| Upper Hopton Cricket Club UPPER HOPTON CRICKET CLUB UPPER HOPTON CRICKET CLUB JACKROYD LANE | grass pitches | 1,042 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| 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.