Upper Batley Lane is in Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 0NL is located in the Batley West 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 Upper Batley Lane, Batley, WF17 0NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 0QG, WF17 0NQ, WF17 0QQ, WF17 0NF, WF17 0BS, WF17 0PL, WF17 0NG, WF17 0BT, WF17 0QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF17 0NL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 50.6% | 2.7% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 52.1% | 49.4% | -2.7% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 0NL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.1% 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 | 18.3% | 21.8% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -16.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 59.1% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 14.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 6.2% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 11.6% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 | 41.4% | 41.1% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 39.2% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 16.2% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 26.6% | 22% | -4.6% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 11.2% | 2.0% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 9% | -7.2% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 10.8% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 5.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 13% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.1% | 31.4% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -2.4% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.9% | 97% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 99.2% 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 | 98.9% | 99.2% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 99.2% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.5% | 37.2% | -15.7% |
| Christian | 72.1% | 46.2% | 25.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Batley Lane was 59.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.3% lower than the Batley West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Upper Batley Lane has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Batley West and the 567th lowest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 7.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Upper Batley Lane, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-08-10 | £153,728 |
| 69 Upper Batley Lane, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-04-19 | £162,352 |
| 61 Upper Batley Lane, Batley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2020-11-27 | £564,062 |
| 67 Upper Batley Lane, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2018-11-23 | £169,960 |
| 45 Upper Batley Lane, Batley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2016-05-20 | £336,268 |
WF17 0NL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WF17 0NL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate 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 | 4,766 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 | 421 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School Upper Batley Lane , WF17 0NP | 3out of 4 | 593 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 942 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlinghow Academy Ealand Road , Carlinghow WF17 8HT | - not rated | 1,270 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Birstall Nova Lane , Birstall WF17 9LQ | 4out of 4 | 1,304 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 | 617 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,861 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Heckmondwike Grammar School High Street , WF16 0AH | 4out of 4 | 2,953 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bruntcliffe Academy Bruntcliffe Lane , Morley LS27 0LZ | 3out of 4 | 3,044 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| BBG Academy Bradford Road , BD19 4BE | 3out of 4 | 3,156 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 | 1,424 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 | 1,306 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield School White Lee Road , WF17 8AS | 3out of 4 | 1,422 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,197 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 2,572 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Street School Cambridge Street , WF17 5QW | - not rated | 2,587 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 | 469 yd | |
| Love Hair | 35A Huddersfield Road, Birstall | 523 yd | |
| Subway | 895 Bradford Road, Birstall | 531 yd | |
| Swan Lake cafe | Park Deli, Wilton Park | 538 yd | |
| Luigis Ristorante | Bradford Road, Birstall | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birstall Cricket Club | Leeds Road, Birstall | 430 yd | |
| Old Wine And Spirit Vaults | 42 Huddersfield Road, Birstall | 445 yd | |
| Birstall Sports & Social Club | Birstall Sports And Social Club, 1 Nelson Street | 469 yd | |
| The Princess Ballroom | The Venue, Market Street | 596 yd | |
| The Greyhound | 100 Huddersfield Road, Birstall | 667 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plaice | 20 Leeds Road, Birstall | 350 yd | |
| Pickniks | Picniks, 680 Bradford Road | 491 yd | |
| Yama | 813 Bradford Road, Batley | 532 yd | |
| Paradise Pizza | 5 High Street, Birstall | 561 yd | |
| Sandwich And Co | 16 Market Street, Birstall | 595 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Smithies Lane, Birstall | 553 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Windmill Ce Primary School WINDMILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL WINDMILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL UPPER BATLEY LANE | grass pitches | 349 yd |
| Birstall Cricket Club LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 430 yd |
| Batley Girls High School WINDMILL LANE | grass pitches | 518 yd |
| Mp Fit BRITANNIA MILLS BRITANNIA MILLS GELDERD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 556 yd |
| Batley Sports & Tennis Centre Windmill Lane | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 695 yd |
| St Patricks Mill Street MILL STREET | grass pitches | 812 yd |
| Crossbank Methodists Cricket Club CROSSBANK METHODISTS CRICKET CLUB CROSSBANK METHODISTS CRICKET CLUB LEA ROAD | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Howden Clough Playing Fields LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 896 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 | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.