Leeds Road is in Birstall, Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 0HL 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 Leeds Road, Birstall, Batley, WF17 0HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 9NE, WF17 0ED, WF17 0HR, WF17 0DZ, WF17 0HJ, WF17 0HN, WF17 0EB, WF17 0HW, WF17 0HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF17 0HL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 51.8% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 46.7% | 48.2% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 WF17 0HL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.3% 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% | 26.1% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.9% | 52.3% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 8.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 4.5% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 12.2% | -2.7% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 5% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 42.1% | 38% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 42.8% | 7.9% | 33.6% | 9.2% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 12.4% | -4.5% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 5.6% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.1% | 20.5% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 12.7% | 1.3% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 10.5% | -7.0% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8.2% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 24.1% | 9.6% | 16.9% | 7.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 21.4% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.7% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.9% | 94.8% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 95.4% | 94.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 95.2% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Leeds Road was 116.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.9% higher than the Batley West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Leeds Road has the 29th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Batley West and the 360th highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -91.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 172 Leeds Road, Batley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-06-17 | £407,545 |
WF17 0HL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | 5,414 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School Upper Batley Lane , WF17 0NP | 3out of 4 | 801 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fieldhead Primary Academy Charlotte Close , Birstall WF17 9BX | 3out of 4 | 847 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birstall Primary Academy Chapel Lane , Birstall WF17 9EE | 3out of 4 | 932 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 | 1,028 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Birstall Nova Lane , Birstall WF17 9LQ | 4out of 4 | 1,258 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 663 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,268 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bruntcliffe Academy Bruntcliffe Lane , Morley LS27 0LZ | 3out of 4 | 2,454 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| BBG Academy Bradford Road , BD19 4BE | 3out of 4 | 3,041 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Morley Academy Fountain Street , Morley LS27 0PD | 4out of 4 | 3,224 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 | 1,899 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dale House School Ruby Street , Carlinghow WF17 8HL | - not rated | 1,928 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield School White Lee Road , WF17 8AS | 3out of 4 | 2,170 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,581 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 2,995 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Street School Cambridge Street , WF17 5QW | - not rated | 3,109 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Batley Sports And Tennis Centre | Windmill Lane, Birstall | 574 yd | |
| Sodexo | Mars Care And Treats Petcare Europe Ltd, Oakwell Way | 746 yd | |
| Cafe V | 15 Nelson Street, Birstall | 866 yd | |
| Oscars 21 | Oscars 21 At Everlast Fitness, Centre 27 Business Park | 878 yd | |
| Zizzi Restaurants Limited | Zizzi, Junction 27 Retail Park | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birstall Cricket Club | Leeds Road, Birstall | 325 yd | |
| Pheasant Inn | 108 Gelderd Road, Birstall | 472 yd | |
| Birstall Sports & Social Club | Birstall Sports And Social Club, 1 Nelson Street | 866 yd | |
| Old Wine And Spirit Vaults | 42 Huddersfield Road, Birstall | 952 yd | |
| Priestley's Sports Bar | Priestleys Sports Bar, 6A Low Lane | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Filling Station | 286 Leeds Road, Birstall | 182 yd | |
| Rainbow House Chinese Takeaway | 153 Leeds Road, Birstall | 508 yd | |
| The Plaice | 20 Leeds Road, Birstall | 669 yd | |
| Pepper & Crust Ltd | Pepper and Crust, 45 Lowood Lane | 810 yd | |
| Paradise Pizza | 5 High Street, Birstall | 905 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 12, Birstall Shopping Park | 979 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Smithies Lane, Birstall | 992 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Birstall Cricket Club LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 326 yd |
| Howden Clough Playing Fields LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 348 yd |
| Mp Fit BRITANNIA MILLS BRITANNIA MILLS GELDERD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 565 yd |
| Batley Sports & Tennis Centre Windmill Lane | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 579 yd |
| Batley Girls High School WINDMILL LANE | grass pitches | 591 yd |
| Windmill Ce Primary School WINDMILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL WINDMILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL UPPER BATLEY LANE | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| Howden Clough Community Centre LEEDS ROAD | 690 yd | |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Leeds) WOODHEAD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 762 yd |
| Fieldhead Primary Academy CHARLOTTE CLOSE | grass pitches | 945 yd |
| Owler Lane Recreation Ground OWLER LANE | grass pitches | 1,060 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.