Scott Avenue is in Heckmondwike and in Kirklees district. WF16 9AP is located in the Heckmondwike 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 Scott Avenue, Heckmondwike, WF16 9AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF16 9AW, WF16 9AR, WF16 9PN, WF16 9AS, WF16 9AH, WF16 9AJ, WF16 9QE, WF16 9AL, WF16 9AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF16 9AP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.4% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.6% | -0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.6% | 37.3% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 44.3% | 1.3% | 44.2% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 2.2% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 9.2% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 7% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 43.9% | 45.8% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 27.6% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -6.0% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 19.2% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 6.5% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 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.
In the area around WF16 9AP this area, 33.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 15.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.9% | 33.5% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 15.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 12.8% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 13.7% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 6.2% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 16.3% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.1% | 15.4% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -18.4% |
| Other | 6.7% | 2.2% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 8.2% | 20.3% | 12.1% | 2.7% | 17.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 88.6% | 72.3% | -16.3% | 81.4% | -9.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 87.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95% | 87.5% | -7.5% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 4.5% | 3.8% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 6.4% | 3.9% | 5.6% | 0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 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 | 93.2% | 87.5% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0.3% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 30.5% | 46.2% | -15.7% |
| Muslim | 25.4% | 6.5% | 18.9% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Scott Avenue was 138.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.4% higher than the Heckmondwike average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Scott Avenue has the 15th highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Heckmondwike and the 279th highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 100.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 34.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Scott Avenue, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2008-09-05 | £142,832 |
| 21 Scott Avenue, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2005-12-19 | £161,748 |
| 26 Scott Avenue, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2001-09-07 | £113,916 |
| 22 Scott Avenue, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £36,000 | 1998-03-26 | £169,983 |
| 26 Scott Avenue, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £28,000 | 1995-04-07 | £135,147 |
WF16 9AP 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 | 54 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Other | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | 3,788 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Academy Smithies Moor Leeds Old Road , WF16 9BB | - not rated | 490 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School Bath Road , WF16 9EA | 3out of 4 | 1,009 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heckmondwike Primary School Cawley Lane , WF16 0AN | 3out of 4 | 1,154 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School Healey Lane , WF17 8BN | 1out of 4 | 1,166 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbridge, A Share Primary Academy Vernon Road , WF15 6HU | 2out of 4 | 1,287 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heckmondwike Grammar School High Street , WF16 0AH | 4out of 4 | 1,125 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Spen Valley High School Roberttown Lane , WF15 7LX | 3out of 4 | 2,452 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Batley Girls High School Windmill Lane , WF17 0LD | 4out of 4 | 2,508 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,568 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Westborough High School Stockhill Street , WF13 2JE | 3out of 4 | 3,323 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 | 2,216 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield School White Lee Road , WF17 8AS | 3out of 4 | 610 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brian Jackson College Vision House , Units 1 - 6 Grove Mills WF16 0AD | - not rated | 1,071 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dale House School Ruby Street , Carlinghow WF17 8HL | - not rated | 1,751 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ethos College Knowles Hill Road , WF13 4QS | 4out of 4 | 2,447 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pivot Acadmey Rawfolds Way , Cleckheaton BD19 5LJ | - not rated | 2,575 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Green Bistro | Meadow Green, Dale Lane | 325 yd | |
| Shama Heckmondwike Ltd | 192 Leeds Road, Heckmondwike | 677 yd | |
| Strada Cafe | 136 Leeds Road, Heckmondwike | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Street Working Mens Club | Brighton Street, Heckmondwike | 591 yd | |
| Black Horse Inn | 226 White Lee Road, White Lee | 621 yd | |
| Heckmondwike Bowling Club | Green Avenue, Heckmondwike | 784 yd | |
| Heckmondwike Sports Club | Cemetery Road, Heckmondwike | 850 yd | |
| Common Road WMC | Common Road Working Mens Club, 22 Common Road | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dale Lane Fisheries | 3 Fairfield Parade, Heckmondwike | 318 yd | |
| Freddy's Express | 5 Fairfield Parade, Heckmondwike | 318 yd | |
| Fryer Tucks | Friar Tucks, 152 Leeds Road | 493 yd | |
| Tasty Life | 150 Leeds Road, Heckmondwike | 642 yd | |
| Pizza Passion Outlet | Pizza Passion, 1A Leeds Old Road | 656 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lee Side School Fields LEE FIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 342 yd |
| Heckmondwike Sports Club CEMETERY ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 765 yd |
| Heckmondwike Table Tennis Centre CEMETERY ROAD | 765 yd | |
| White Lee Football Ground SMITHIES MOOR LANE | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| Healey Junior Infant And Nursery School HEALEY LANE | grass pitches | 1,056 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 | 27.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.