Clough Drive is in Birstall, Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 0HP 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 Clough Drive, Birstall, Batley, WF17 0HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 0NJ, WF17 0HR, WF17 0HW, WF17 0LB, WF17 0HN, WF17 0JZ, WF17 0NA, WF17 0JY, WF17 0JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF17 0HP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 50.4% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 46.6% | 49.6% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 32.5% | 41.7% | 9.2% | 37.9% | 3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.3% | 34.4% | -11.9% | 44.2% | -9.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 11.5% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 7.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 43% | 51.7% | 8.7% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 30.2% | -7.3% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 13.2% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.8% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 30% | 19.8% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 10.1% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 13.8% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6.5% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 21.7% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.2% | 24% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 3% | 4.1% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98% | 96.3% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 98.4% | 95.5% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.4% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 95.5% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.1% | 76.7% | 6.4% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.7% | 37.2% | 8.5% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clough Drive was 198.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 124.4% higher than the Batley West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clough Drive has the 13th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Batley West and the 135th highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 97.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 7.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Clough Drive, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-02-11 | £206,352 |
| 7 Clough Drive, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-09-30 | £228,152 |
| 15 Clough Drive, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2019-12-02 | £199,384 |
| 15 Clough Drive, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2014-12-22 | £189,328 |
| 16 Clough Drive, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £124,999 | 2014-11-07 | £201,763 |
WF17 0HP 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | 5,403 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 | 754 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fieldhead Primary Academy Charlotte Close , Birstall WF17 9BX | 3out of 4 | 1,005 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birstall Primary Academy Chapel Lane , Birstall WF17 9EE | 3out of 4 | 1,120 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 | 1,258 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Birstall Nova Lane , Birstall WF17 9LQ | 4out of 4 | 1,485 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 | 598 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,184 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bruntcliffe Academy Bruntcliffe Lane , Morley LS27 0LZ | 3out of 4 | 2,242 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Morley Academy Fountain Street , Morley LS27 0PD | 4out of 4 | 2,996 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| BBG Academy Bradford Road , BD19 4BE | 3out of 4 | 3,248 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,846 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 | 1,930 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield School White Lee Road , WF17 8AS | 3out of 4 | 2,298 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,484 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 2,905 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Street School Cambridge Street , WF17 5QW | - not rated | 3,053 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 | 475 yd | |
| Sodexo | Mars Care And Treats Petcare Europe Ltd, Oakwell Way | 734 yd | |
| Oscars 21 | Oscars 21 At Everlast Fitness, Centre 27 Business Park | 785 yd | |
| Frankie and Benny's | Frankie And Bennys, Centre 27 Business Park | 848 yd | |
| Nandos | Centre 27 Business Park, Bankwood Way | 848 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birstall Cricket Club | Leeds Road, Birstall | 466 yd | |
| Pheasant Inn | 108 Gelderd Road, Birstall | 606 yd | |
| Birstall Sports & Social Club | Birstall Sports And Social Club, 1 Nelson Street | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Filling Station | 286 Leeds Road, Birstall | 143 yd | |
| Rainbow House Chinese Takeaway | 153 Leeds Road, Birstall | 279 yd | |
| The Plaice | 20 Leeds Road, Birstall | 862 yd | |
| Pepper & Crust Ltd | Pepper and Crust, 45 Lowood Lane | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 12, Birstall Shopping Park | 947 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Howden Clough Playing Fields LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 133 yd |
| Howden Clough Community Centre LEEDS ROAD | 462 yd | |
| Birstall Cricket Club LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 467 yd |
| Batley Sports & Tennis Centre Windmill Lane | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 480 yd |
| Batley Girls High School WINDMILL LANE | grass pitches | 563 yd |
| Windmill Ce Primary School WINDMILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL WINDMILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL UPPER BATLEY LANE | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Leeds) WOODHEAD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 690 yd |
| Mp Fit BRITANNIA MILLS BRITANNIA MILLS GELDERD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 787 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 | 56.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.