Lumb Lane is in Liversedge and in Kirklees district. WF15 7QH is located in the Liversedge and Gomersal electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Batley and Spen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lumb Lane, Liversedge, WF15 7QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF15 7RB, WF15 7PL, WF15 7NN, WF15 7NJ, WF15 7NQ, WF15 7NL, WF15 7PN, WF15 7NG, WF15 7BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF15 7QH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 51.7% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.7% | 48.3% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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% | 38% | 8.9% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.2% | 43.9% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 10.7% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 6.3% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 40.7% | 50.3% | 9.6% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 42.3% | 31.3% | -11.0% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 14.8% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.9% | 15.4% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 10.7% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 12.5% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.2% | 8.1% | -1.1% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 26.1% | 16.5% | 16.9% | 9.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 22.1% | -0.1% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 7.3% | 5.1% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 97% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 96.5% | 96.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 1.8% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 96.1% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 76.7% | 8.5% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 46.7% | 46.2% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lumb Lane was 62.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.1% lower than the Heckmondwike average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lumb Lane has the 33rd lowest crime rate of 78 local areas in Heckmondwike and the 604th lowest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Lumb Lane, Liversedge, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-06-03 | £335,322 |
| 14 Lumb Lane, Liversedge, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2025-03-14 | £292,096 |
| 6 Lumb Lane, Liversedge, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2025-01-15 | £310,951 |
| 9 Lumb Lane, Liversedge, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2024-03-01 | £90,606 |
| 3 Lumb Lane, Liversedge, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2024-02-02 | £90,980 |
WF15 7QH 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Education | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 4out of 4 | 4,403 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roberttown Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School Church Road , Roberttown WF15 8BE | 4out of 4 | 939 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norristhorpe Junior and Infant School School Street , Norristhorpe WF15 7AW | 3out of 4 | 976 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School Headlands Road , WF15 6PR | 3out of 4 | 1,158 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Bank Academy Taylor Hall Lane , WF14 0HW | - not rated | 1,542 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbridge, A Share Primary Academy Vernon Road , WF15 6HU | 2out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spen Valley High School Roberttown Lane , WF15 7LX | 3out of 4 | 609 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mirfield Free Grammar Kitson Hill Road , WF14 9EZ | 2out of 4 | 1,666 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heckmondwike Grammar School High Street , WF16 0AH | 4out of 4 | 2,288 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hall Academy Richard Thorpe Avenue , WF14 9PH | 1out of 4 | 2,528 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westborough High School Stockhill Street , WF13 2JE | 3out of 4 | 3,714 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 4,907 yd | Free schools | 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 | 1,194 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brian Jackson College Vision House , Units 1 - 6 Grove Mills WF16 0AD | - not rated | 2,317 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pivot Acadmey Rawfolds Way , Cleckheaton BD19 5LJ | - not rated | 2,358 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ethos College Knowles Hill Road , WF13 4QS | 4out of 4 | 3,001 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Cottage Montessori School Wakefield Road , HD6 4HA | - not rated | 3,451 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Route 62 Cafe & Sandwich Bar | Route 62 Cafe And Sandwich Bar, 206 Huddersfield Road | 210 yd | |
| Food For Thought | 163 Roberttown Lane, Roberttown | 566 yd | |
| All Saints Church | Bullace Trees Lane, Roberttown | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Yew Tree (FORMER) | The Meadows Childcare, 195 Huddersfield Road | 95 yd | |
| Liversedge Tennis Club | Richmond Park Avenue, Roberttown | 286 yd | |
| Liversedge Cricket Club | Roberttown Lane, Roberttown | 398 yd | |
| The New Inn | New Inn, 139 Roberttown Lane | 438 yd | |
| The Norristhorpe Ltd | Norristhorpe Wmc, 101 Norristhorpe Lane | 488 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qin's Kitchen | Qins Kitchen, 202 Huddersfield Road | 209 yd | |
| New Bismillah | 160 Roberttown Lane, Roberttown | 540 yd | |
| Persicos | Peroicos Pizza, 162 Roberttown Lane | 540 yd | |
| Golden Fish | 1 Hindley Road, Liversedge | 902 yd | |
| Dee Dees | 1 Union Road, Liversedge | 1,013 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Local Unit 1, Fountain Court | 369 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Liversedge Cricket Club ROBERTTOWN LANE | grass pitches | 364 yd |
| Norristhorpe Recreation Ground NORRISTHORPE LANE | grass pitches | 438 yd |
| Liversedge Tennis Club RICHMOND PARK AVENUE | tennis courts | 444 yd |
| Spen Valley High School ROBERTTOWN LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 642 yd |
| Roberttown Cofe Voluntary Controlled Junior And Infant School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,049 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 | 72.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 72.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 72.0% |
| 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 | 79.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.