Prospect Road is in Liversedge and in Kirklees district. WF15 8BA 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 Prospect Road, Liversedge, WF15 8BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF15 8BA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.5% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.5% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 WF15 8BA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% 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 | 25% | 21% | -4.0% | 37.9% | -16.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 53.1% | -3.8% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 10% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 12.5% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
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 | 46.2% | 45.4% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 33.9% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 17.3% | 5.7% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 2.6% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 25.7% | 23.2% | -2.5% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 3.7% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -5.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 11.6% | -0.4% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 6.7% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 20.2% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.5% | 31.8% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -2.0% |
| Other | 1.8% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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 | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| White | 97.9% | 95.2% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 98.5% | 96.2% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 97.1% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Prospect Road was 45.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.3% lower than the Heckmondwike average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Prospect Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 78 local areas in Heckmondwike and the 412th lowest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Prospect Road, Liversedge, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,500 | 2024-09-06 | £352,032 |
| 15 Prospect Road, Liversedge, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2023-03-27 | £226,809 |
| 10 Prospect Road, Liversedge, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2019-12-11 | £229,731 |
| 19 Prospect Road, Liversedge, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £666,000 | 2019-07-05 | £918,532 |
| 22 Prospect Road, Liversedge, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2017-10-13 | £279,593 |
WF15 8BA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WF15 8BA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 108 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartshead Junior and Infant School School Lane , Hartshead WF15 8AW | 3out of 4 | 303 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roberttown Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School Church Road , Roberttown WF15 8BE | 4out of 4 | 425 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hightown Junior Infant & Nursery School Hightown Road , WF15 8BL | 3out of 4 | 1,429 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Headlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School Headlands Road , WF15 6PR | 3out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Bank Junior Infant and Nursery School Eighth Avenue , Hightown WF15 8LD | 3out of 4 | 1,923 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,449 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mirfield Free Grammar Kitson Hill Road , WF14 9EZ | 2out of 4 | 2,033 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitcliffe Mount School Turnsteads Avenue , BD19 3AQ | 3out of 4 | 3,177 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hall Academy Richard Thorpe Avenue , WF14 9PH | 1out of 4 | 3,254 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heckmondwike Grammar School High Street , WF16 0AH | 4out of 4 | 3,524 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,080 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Cottage Montessori School Wakefield Road , HD6 4HA | - not rated | 2,217 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pivot Acadmey Rawfolds Way , Cleckheaton BD19 5LJ | - not rated | 2,303 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brian Jackson College Vision House , Units 1 - 6 Grove Mills WF16 0AD | - not rated | 3,542 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ethos College Knowles Hill Road , WF13 4QS | 4out of 4 | 4,347 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Church | Bullace Trees Lane, Roberttown | 612 yd | |
| Food For Thought | 163 Roberttown Lane, Roberttown | 796 yd | |
| Mirfield Garden Centre | Whiteleys Garden Centre, Far Common Road | 1,007 yd | |
| TreeTops | Hollybank School, Roe Head | 1,028 yd | |
| Bennett's Cafe & Bistro | The Garden Coffee Lounge, Croft Farm | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartshead Social Club | 86 Prospect Road, Hartshead | 344 yd | |
| The Star Inn | 223 Roberttown Lane, Roberttown | 715 yd | |
| Roberttown Working Mens Club | Roberttown Lane, Roberttown | 811 yd | |
| The Gray Ox | 15 Hartshead Lane, Hartshead | 862 yd | |
| The New Inn | New Inn, 139 Roberttown Lane | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Bismillah | 160 Roberttown Lane, Roberttown | 811 yd | |
| Persicos | Peroicos Pizza, 162 Roberttown Lane | 811 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Roberttown Cofe Voluntary Controlled Junior And Infant School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 312 yd |
| Hartshead Rec HARTSHEAD RECREATION GROUND HARTSHEAD RECREATION GROUND SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 374 yd |
| Hartshead Junior & Infant School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 404 yd |
| Liversedge Cricket Club ROBERTTOWN LANE | grass pitches | 983 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 154.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.