Leeds Road is in Birstall, Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 0HS 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 0HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 0JH, WF17 0HT, WF17 0JJ, WF17 0NA, WF17 0JG, WF17 0LB, WF17 0HU, WF17 0RS, WF17 0HX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF17 0HS has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 53.6% | 50% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 46.4% | 50% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 0HS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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 | 31% | 31.7% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54% | 53.7% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 3.7% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 6.7% | -3.4% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 4.1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 44.4% | 42% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 37.7% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 17% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 20.9% | 22.5% | 1.6% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 9% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 16.1% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 8.2% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 18% | 3.0% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 24.3% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 97.3% | 97.4% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.7% 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% | 97.7% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 97.7% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 76.7% | 12.5% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 54.8% | 46.2% | 8.6% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Leeds Road was 231.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 162.1% higher than the Batley West average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Leeds Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Batley West and the 96th highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 320 Leeds Road, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,605 | 2024-08-21 | £187,585 |
| 310 Leeds Road, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2022-08-12 | £139,837 |
| 314 Leeds Road, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2020-09-16 | £201,311 |
| 320 Leeds Road, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2016-09-23 | £194,076 |
| 322 Leeds Road, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2016-01-15 | £153,352 |
WF17 0HS 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 | 114 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Construction | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 4out of 4 | 5,391 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 | 769 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fieldhead Primary Academy Charlotte Close , Birstall WF17 9BX | 3out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birstall Primary Academy Chapel Lane , Birstall WF17 9EE | 3out of 4 | 1,328 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 | 1,500 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Birstall Nova Lane , Birstall WF17 9LQ | 4out of 4 | 1,726 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 | 610 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Bruntcliffe Academy Bruntcliffe Lane , Morley LS27 0LZ | 3out of 4 | 2,026 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,108 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Morley Academy Fountain Street , Morley LS27 0PD | 4out of 4 | 2,756 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| BBG Academy Bradford Road , BD19 4BE | 3out of 4 | 3,475 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 | 1,809 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 | 1,952 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,391 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield School White Lee Road , WF17 8AS | 3out of 4 | 2,442 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 2,818 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Street School Cambridge Street , WF17 5QW | - not rated | 3,001 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 | 469 yd | |
| Oscars 21 | Oscars 21 At Everlast Fitness, Centre 27 Business Park | 765 yd | |
| Frankie and Benny's | Frankie And Bennys, Centre 27 Business Park | 795 yd | |
| Nandos | Centre 27 Business Park, Bankwood Way | 796 yd | |
| Kfc | Centre 27 Business Park, Bankwood Way | 796 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birstall Cricket Club | Leeds Road, Birstall | 666 yd | |
| Pheasant Inn | 108 Gelderd Road, Birstall | 803 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow House Chinese Takeaway | 153 Leeds Road, Birstall | 43 yd | |
| The Filling Station | 286 Leeds Road, Birstall | 345 yd | |
| The Plaice | 20 Leeds Road, Birstall | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 12, Birstall Shopping Park | 984 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Howden Clough Playing Fields LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 148 yd |
| Howden Clough Community Centre LEEDS ROAD | 230 yd | |
| Batley Sports & Tennis Centre Windmill Lane | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 473 yd |
| Batley Girls High School WINDMILL LANE | grass pitches | 621 yd |
| Birstall Cricket Club LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Leeds) WOODHEAD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 703 yd |
| Windmill Ce Primary School WINDMILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL WINDMILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL UPPER BATLEY LANE | grass pitches | 763 yd |
| Mp Fit BRITANNIA MILLS BRITANNIA MILLS GELDERD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,024 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 | 33.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 24.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.