Alexandra Avenue is in Birstall, Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 0DL is located in the Birstall and Birkenshaw 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 Alexandra Avenue, Birstall, Batley, WF17 0DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 0DR, WF17 0DN, WF17 0DP, WF17 0DW, WF17 0RT, WF17 9PZ, WF17 0QH, WF17 0DS, WF17 0DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF17 0DL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 49.3% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 50% | 50.7% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 35.3% | 42% | 6.7% | 37.9% | 4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.1% | 40.3% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -3.9% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 1.7% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 9.7% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 6.3% | 2.0% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.6%) 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 | 50.3% | 46.4% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 39.2% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 12.4% | 3.5% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 1.7% | -3.7% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 22.1% | 17.8% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 8.9% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 11.9% | -9.0% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6.8% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 22.9% | 10.9% | 16.9% | 6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.6% | 31.4% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -2.4% |
| Other | 4.3% | 0.4% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.3% | 96.6% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 94.9% | 96.5% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 94.6% | 95.9% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 76.7% | 8.2% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13% | 13.5% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alexandra Avenue was 29.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.2% lower than the Batley West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alexandra Avenue has the 6th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Batley West and the 241st lowest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Alexandra Avenue, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-02-21 | £162,571 |
| 4 Alexandra Avenue, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2019-03-22 | £159,797 |
| 5 Alexandra Avenue, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,500 | 2015-06-17 | £155,027 |
| 4 Alexandra Avenue, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2013-11-13 | £141,981 |
| 1A Alexandra Avenue, Batley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2007-09-03 | £275,418 |
WF17 0DL 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 4out of 4 | 5,179 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birstall Primary Academy Chapel Lane , Birstall WF17 9EE | 3out of 4 | 379 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior, Infant and Early Years School Fieldhead Lane , Birstall WF17 9HN | 3out of 4 | 590 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School Upper Batley Lane , WF17 0NP | 3out of 4 | 883 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Birstall Nova Lane , Birstall WF17 9LQ | 4out of 4 | 923 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fieldhead Primary Academy Charlotte Close , Birstall WF17 9BX | 3out of 4 | 962 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batley Girls High School Windmill Lane , WF17 0LD | 4out of 4 | 832 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,267 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| BBG Academy Bradford Road , BD19 4BE | 3out of 4 | 2,782 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bruntcliffe Academy Bruntcliffe Lane , Morley LS27 0LZ | 3out of 4 | 3,012 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heckmondwike Grammar School High Street , WF16 0AH | 4out of 4 | 3,243 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 | 1,839 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 | 1,687 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dale House School Ruby Street , Carlinghow WF17 8HL | - not rated | 1,730 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,601 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 2,984 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Street School Cambridge Street , WF17 5QW | - not rated | 3,011 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe V | 15 Nelson Street, Birstall | 302 yd | |
| The Cobbles Restaurant And Bistro | 2 Market Place, Birstall | 415 yd | |
| D Licious | 10A Market Place, Birstall | 415 yd | |
| Cafe At Number One | 1 Market Street, Birstall | 439 yd | |
| Love Hair | 35A Huddersfield Road, Birstall | 491 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birstall Sports & Social Club | Birstall Sports And Social Club, 1 Nelson Street | 302 yd | |
| Birstall Cricket Club | Leeds Road, Birstall | 354 yd | |
| Old Wine And Spirit Vaults | 42 Huddersfield Road, Birstall | 397 yd | |
| The Princess Ballroom | The Venue, Market Street | 440 yd | |
| Priestley's Sports Bar | Priestleys Sports Bar, 6A Low Lane | 453 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plaice | 20 Leeds Road, Birstall | 123 yd | |
| Paradise Pizza | 5 High Street, Birstall | 345 yd | |
| Sandwich And Co | 16 Market Street, Birstall | 439 yd | |
| Naveeds Indian Takeaway | 75 Low Lane, Birstall | 459 yd | |
| Pizza 55 | 55 Low Lane, Birstall | 459 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Smithies Lane, Birstall | 427 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mp Fit BRITANNIA MILLS BRITANNIA MILLS GELDERD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 131 yd |
| Birstall Cricket Club LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 354 yd |
| Windmill Ce Primary School WINDMILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL WINDMILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL UPPER BATLEY LANE | grass pitches | 612 yd |
| Batley Girls High School WINDMILL LANE | grass pitches | 719 yd |
| Batley Sports & Tennis Centre Windmill Lane | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 843 yd |
| Howden Clough Playing Fields LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 850 yd |
| St Patricks Mill Street MILL STREET | grass pitches | 963 yd |
| Fieldhead Primary Academy CHARLOTTE CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,015 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.