Holland Street is in Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 5NQ 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 Holland Street, Batley, WF17 5NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 5NL, WF17 5NN, WF17 5NW, WF17 5NR, WF17 5NG, WF17 5NS, WF17 5NH, WF17 5ND, WF17 5NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF17 5NQ 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 | 49.7% | 50.4% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50.3% | 49.6% | -0.7% | 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 | 30.9% | 41.2% | 10.3% | 37.9% | 3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.5% | 44.7% | -6.8% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 7.5% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 4.3% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 41.1% | 45% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 37.7% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 11.6% | -3.2% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 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.
In the area around WF17 5NQ this area, 28.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.9% | 28.6% | -2.3% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 10.6% | -8.7% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 19.2% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 5.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 16.1% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 15.3% | 0.7% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 5.2% | 5.1% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 42.8% 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 | 16.3% | 24.1% | 7.8% | 3.1% | 21.0% |
| Pakistani | 27.5% | 30.9% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 28.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 55.3% | 42.8% | -12.5% | 81.4% | -38.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 75.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 75.9% | -8.1% | 83.2% | -7.3% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 5.1% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 12.7% | 17.3% | 4.6% | 5.6% | 11.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84% | 75.9% | -8.1% | 83.2% | -7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 13.6% | 13.3% | 9.8% | 3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 2.9% | 0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 4.5% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.2% | 2.3% | -8.9% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.4% | 76.7% | -3.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 4.5% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18.6% | 37.2% | -18.6% |
| Christian | 20.3% | 46.2% | -25.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 52.8% | 6.5% | 46.3% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holland Street was 110.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.1% lower than the Batley East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holland Street has the 57th highest crime rate of 150 local areas in Batley East and the 394th highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 62.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Holland Street, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £69,000 | 2023-04-25 | £77,266 |
| 27 Holland Street, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-03-08 | £89,304 |
| 31 Holland Street, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2021-06-10 | £92,486 |
| 31 Holland Street, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £46,000 | 2021-04-13 | £57,367 |
| 39 Holland Street, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £67,500 | 2021-02-19 | £84,473 |
WF17 5NQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 33 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 4out of 4 | 2,749 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 | 231 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Field Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School Albion Street , WF17 5AH | 4out of 4 | 586 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Batley Parish Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior Infant and Nursery School Stocks Lane , WF17 8PA | 2out of 4 | 696 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Batley Upton Street , WF17 8PH | 3out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyrstmount Junior School Highcliffe Road , WF17 7NS | 2out of 4 | 1,132 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 | 887 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Batley Girls High School Windmill Lane , WF17 0LD | 4out of 4 | 2,489 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Manor Croft Academy Old Bank Road , WF12 7DW | 3out of 4 | 2,620 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Oxford Road , WF13 4LL | 1out of 4 | 2,705 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westborough High School Stockhill Street , WF13 2JE | 3out of 4 | 2,915 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 1,311 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 | 164 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Street School Cambridge Street , WF17 5QW | - not rated | 526 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 575 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dale House School Ruby Street , Carlinghow WF17 8HL | - not rated | 1,571 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Branch Christian School Dewsbury Gospel Church , West Park Street WF13 4LA | - not rated | 2,273 yd | Other independent school | Yes | 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 | 164 yd | |
| Massarella Restaurant | Massarellas Restaurant Tf2, The Mill Outlet Batley, 418 Bradford Road | 165 yd | |
| Cafe Nova | Cafe Nova Ff5, The Mill Outlet Batley, 418 Bradford Road | 165 yd | |
| Angelinas | Angelinas Gf6, The Mill Outlet Batley, 418 Bradford Road | 165 yd | |
| Sprinkle Station Ltd | Unit 4, Batley Plaza | 249 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford Road Central Club | 436 Bradford Road, Batley | 99 yd | |
| The Union Rooms | 4 Hick Lane, Batley | 237 yd | |
| Rose Of York | 466 Bradford Road, Batley | 313 yd | |
| Admiral Casino | 72 Commercial Street, Batley | 413 yd | |
| The Cellar Bar | 51 Station Road, Batley | 440 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Picasso Pizza | 16 Commercial Street, Batley | 258 yd | |
| Shawarma Batley | 9 Commercial Street, Batley | 275 yd | |
| Queso Papi LTD | Unit 19, Batley Plaza | 285 yd | |
| HFC | Hfc, 41 Commercial Street | 336 yd | |
| BERLINO DONER KEBAB | 51 Commercial Street, Batley | 362 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 458 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit C Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 458 yd | |
| Aldi | Branch Road, Batley | 539 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Exercise Club (Closed) Bradford Road | health and fitness suite | 255 yd |
| Dickys Gym (Closed) Hickwell Mills Hickwell Mills Hick Lane | health and fitness suite | 330 yd |
| Batley Baths & Recreation Centre CAMBRIDGE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 584 yd |
| Body Positive Fitness Studio (Closed) Alexandra Mills Alexandra Mills Alexandra Road | health and fitness suite | 718 yd |
| Taylor Street / Victoria TAYLOR STREET | grass pitches | 724 yd |
| Zakaria Muslim Girl'S High School WARWICK ROAD | 781 yd | |
| Batley Parish Ce School STOCKS LANE | grass pitches | 807 yd |
| Jd Gyms (Batley) BRADFORD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 930 yd |
| Batley Cricket Club PURTWELL HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 936 yd |
| Batley Bulldogs Rlfc (The Fox'S Biscuits Stadium) Heritage Road | grass pitches | 944 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 | 56.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.34 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.34 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.