Primrose Hill is in Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 0QA is located in the Batley East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Batley and Spen. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Primrose Hill, Batley, WF17 0QA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 0LU, WF17 0PY, WF17 0ES, WF17 0LT, WF17 0PS, WF17 0PX, WF17 5NP, WF17 6PL, WF17 5NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF17 0QA 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 Primrose Hill was 33.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.6% lower than the Batley East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Primrose Hill has the 17th lowest crime rate of 150 local areas in Batley East and the 281st lowest crime rate of 1,332 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46 Primrose Hill, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-05-28 | £129,282 |
| 50 Primrose Hill, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £69,000 | 2025-03-07 | £70,228 |
| 60 Primrose Hill, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-01-21 | £146,846 |
| 17 Primrose Hill, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2025-01-03 | £89,714 |
| 23 Primrose Hill, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2024-01-30 | £129,300 |
WF17 0QA 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 | 3out of 4 | 3,105 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dewsbury Moor Nursery School Knowles Hill Road , Dewsbury Moor WF13 4QS | - not rated | 3,246 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Savile Town Nursery School Warren Street , WF12 9LY | - not rated | 3,938 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Ardsley Nursery School Bradford Road , East Ardsley WF3 2DN | - not rated | 5,301 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | 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 | 436 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Field Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School Albion Street , WF17 5AH | - not rated | 930 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Field Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School Albion Street , WF17 5AH | 3out of 4 | 956 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Batley Parish Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior Infant and Nursery School Stocks Lane , WF17 8PA | - not rated | 959 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Batley Parish CofE Primary Academy Stocks Lane , WF17 8PA | 2out of 4 | 959 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | - not rated | 932 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 932 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Batley Girls' High School Windmill Lane , WF17 0LD | - not rated | 2,442 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Batley Girls' High School - Visual Arts College Windmill Lane , WF17 0LD | - not rated | 2,442 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Birkdale High School Wheelwright Drive , WF13 4JB | - not rated | 2,458 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gomersal Church of England Voluntary Controlled Middle School Oxford Road , Gomersal BD19 4PX | - not rated | 4,635 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dewsbury College Halifax Road , WF13 2AS | - not rated | 2,594 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Priestley College Peel Street Centre , Peel Street LS27 8QE | - not rated | 4,019 yd | Further education | 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 | - not rated | 1,388 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 455 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Primary Pupil Referral Service Park Road , WF17 5LP | - not rated | 455 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 599 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfields Pupil Referral Unit The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | - not rated | 599 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Serendipity Art College 56 Wellington Street , WF17 5HU | - not rated | 851 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Ts | 400 Bradford Road, Batley | 480 yd | |
| Massarella Restaurant | Massarellas Restaurant Tf2, The Mill Outlet Batley, 418 Bradford Road | 480 yd | |
| Cafe Nova | Cafe Nova Ff5, The Mill Outlet Batley, 418 Bradford Road | 480 yd | |
| Angelinas | Angelinas Gf6, The Mill Outlet Batley, 418 Bradford Road | 480 yd | |
| BZ Smash | BZ Cafe, 35 Well Lane | 594 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford Road Central Club | 436 Bradford Road, Batley | 459 yd | |
| Rose Of York | 466 Bradford Road, Batley | 498 yd | |
| The Union Rooms | 4 Hick Lane, Batley | 592 yd | |
| Admiral Casino | 72 Commercial Street, Batley | 673 yd | |
| Soothill Working Mens Club | 151 Soothill Lane, Soothill | 707 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frankos Pizza | 24 Bankfoot Place, Batley | 547 yd | |
| Picasso Pizza | 16 Commercial Street, Batley | 603 yd | |
| Shawarma Batley | 9 Commercial Street, Batley | 625 yd | |
| Queso Papi LTD | Unit 19, Batley Plaza | 629 yd | |
| HFC | Hfc, 41 Commercial Street | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 692 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit C Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 692 yd | |
| Aldi | Branch Road, Batley | 744 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Exercise Club (Closed) Bradford Road | health and fitness suite | 605 yd |
| Dickys Gym (Closed) Hickwell Mills Hickwell Mills Hick Lane | health and fitness suite | 688 yd |
| Batley Baths & Recreation Centre CAMBRIDGE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 894 yd |
| Upper Batley High School BLENHEIM DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 935 yd |
| Batley Parish Ce School STOCKS LANE | grass pitches | 959 yd |
| Body Positive Fitness Studio (Closed) Alexandra Mills Alexandra Mills Alexandra Road | health and fitness suite | 1,019 yd |
| Taylor Street / Victoria TAYLOR STREET | grass pitches | 1,080 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.