Stoney Lane is in Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 0LS is located in the Batley East 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 Stoney Lane, Batley, WF17 0LS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 0NH, WF17 0LR, WF17 0LP, WF17 0LW, WF17 0LT, WF17 0QB, WF17 0LJ, WF17 0LX, WF17 0LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF17 0LS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.5% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.5% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 31.4% | 34.8% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.9% | 46.7% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 7.4% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 7.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 49% | 38.9% | -10.1% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 45.6% | 11.9% | 33.6% | 12.0% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 8.2% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 5.8% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 16.2% | 14.4% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 9.6% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 15.6% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 3.7% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 19.3% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.3% | 35.6% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 1.8% |
| Other | 5.2% | 1.9% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
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 | 8.1% | 19.2% | 11.1% | 3.1% | 16.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.9% | 7% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 4.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| White | 88.2% | 72.3% | -15.9% | 81.4% | -9.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 90.9% 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 | 94.2% | 90.9% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 4.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 91.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.7% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.7% | 76.7% | 7.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 26.6% | 6.5% | 20.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stoney Lane was 39.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.6% lower than the Batley East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stoney Lane has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 150 local areas in Batley East and the 344th lowest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Stoney Lane, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2023-06-28 | £175,414 |
| 17 Stoney Lane, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-05-11 | £281,056 |
| 27 Stoney Lane, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-10-13 | £200,910 |
| 2 Stoney Lane, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,500 | 2020-04-03 | £163,537 |
| 7 Stoney Lane, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2017-02-01 | £207,957 |
WF17 0LS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 3,302 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Road Junior Infant and Nursery School Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 396 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Batley Parish Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior Infant and Nursery School Stocks Lane , WF17 8PA | 2out of 4 | 735 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Batley Upton Street , WF17 8PH | 3out of 4 | 1,069 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Field Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School Albion Street , WF17 5AH | 4out of 4 | 1,148 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydgate Junior and Infant School Lydgate Road , Soothill WF17 6EY | 3out of 4 | 1,564 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 535 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Batley Girls High School Windmill Lane , WF17 0LD | 4out of 4 | 2,021 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Manor Croft Academy Old Bank Road , WF12 7DW | 3out of 4 | 3,163 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Morley Academy Fountain Street , Morley LS27 0PD | 4out of 4 | 3,200 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Oxford Road , WF13 4LL | 1out of 4 | 3,230 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 986 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 248 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 475 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Street School Cambridge Street , WF17 5QW | - not rated | 908 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Dale House School Ruby Street , Carlinghow WF17 8HL | - not rated | 1,375 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield School White Lee Road , WF17 8AS | 3out of 4 | 2,591 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retro's | Retros, 496 Bradford Road | 591 yd | |
| My Peshawar | My Peshawar Unit 2, Batley Shopping Centre | 625 yd | |
| Brgr Bro | BrgrBro, 7 Batley Shopping Centre | 646 yd | |
| The Curry Counter | 9 Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 647 yd | |
| Mencap in Kirklees | Mencap, Jo Cox House, 90 Commercial Street | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blenheim House | 66 Batley Field Hill, Upper Batley | 447 yd | |
| Rose Of York | 466 Bradford Road, Batley | 509 yd | |
| Bradford Road Central Club | 436 Bradford Road, Batley | 652 yd | |
| Admiral Casino | 72 Commercial Street, Batley | 693 yd | |
| The Union Rooms | 4 Hick Lane, Batley | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frankos Pizza | 24 Bankfoot Place, Batley | 490 yd | |
| Dixxi Express | 5 St James Street, Batley | 617 yd | |
| Kluckaroos Ltd | 12 Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 625 yd | |
| Sushibox | 11 Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 687 yd | |
| Howies Traditional Fish And Chips | 17 Branch Road, Batley | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 681 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit C Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 681 yd | |
| Aldi | Branch Road, Batley | 695 yd | |
| Tesco Extra | Bradford Road, Batley | 1,046 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Batley High School BLENHEIM DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 646 yd |
| The Exercise Club (Closed) Bradford Road | health and fitness suite | 822 yd |
| Batley Parish Ce School STOCKS LANE | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| Dickys Gym (Closed) Hickwell Mills Hickwell Mills Hick Lane | health and fitness suite | 880 yd |
| Batley Baths & Recreation Centre CAMBRIDGE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 939 yd |
| St Marys Social Club And Parochial Club MELTON STREET | 994 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 | 35.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.