Humecrest is in Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 5QP 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 Humecrest, Batley, WF17 5QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 5QT, WF17 5RD, WF17 5QW, WF17 5QN, WF17 5QY, WF17 5JB, WF17 5QR, WF17 5QU, WF17 5QZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF17 5QP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 47.1% | 49.1% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 52.9% | 50.9% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WF17 5QP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.6% | 44% | 12.4% | 37.9% | 6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 37.4% | -7.3% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 5.6% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 8.9% | -3.8% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 4% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 38.7% | 40.8% | 2.1% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 35.3% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 15.2% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 6% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 5QP this area, 35.6% 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 13.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41% | 35.6% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 17.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 9.9% | -7.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 17.5% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 6.9% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 14.2% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.7% | 13.5% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -20.3% |
| Other | 11.5% | 2.3% | -9.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 46.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 25.5% | 29.4% | 3.9% | 3.1% | 26.3% |
| Pakistani | 13.2% | 18% | 4.8% | 2.7% | 15.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 57.1% | 46.1% | -11.0% | 81.4% | -35.3% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 82.5% 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 | 83.8% | 82.5% | -1.3% | 83.2% | -0.7% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 1.8% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.5% | 11.7% | 1.2% | 5.6% | 6.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.6% | 82.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | -0.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 14.8% | 13.9% | 9.8% | 5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 0.3% | -3.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.5% | 0.8% | -9.7% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.6% | 37.2% | -13.6% |
| Christian | 22% | 46.2% | -24.2% |
| Muslim | 46.6% | 6.5% | 40.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Humecrest was 1407.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 1073.2% higher than the Batley East average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Humecrest has the 2nd highest crime rate of 150 local areas in Batley East and the 6th highest crime rate of 1,332 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 354.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Humecrest, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £37,500 | 1996-09-26 | £179,934 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Unemployed | 20 |
| Other | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dewsbury Moor Nursery School Knowles Hill Road , Dewsbury Moor WF13 4QS | - not rated | 2,345 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 3out of 4 | 2,540 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Savile Town Nursery School Warren Street , WF12 9LY | - not rated | 3,569 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batley Parish CofE Primary Academy Stocks Lane , WF17 8PA | 2out of 4 | 341 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Batley Parish Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior Infant and Nursery School Stocks Lane , WF17 8PA | - not rated | 346 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Road Junior Infant and Nursery School Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 575 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy Upton Street , WF17 8PH | 3out of 4 | 588 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Batley Upton Street , WF17 8PH | - not rated | 588 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 837 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 837 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Birkdale High School Wheelwright Drive , WF13 4JB | - not rated | 1,690 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Batley Girls' High School Windmill Lane , WF17 0LD | - not rated | 2,339 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Batley Girls' High School - Visual Arts College Windmill Lane , WF17 0LD | - not rated | 2,339 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 3,990 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellhouse Middle School Wellhouse Lane , WF14 0BE | - not rated | 4,808 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dewsbury College Halifax Road , WF13 2AS | - not rated | 2,050 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Priestley College Peel Street Centre , Peel Street LS27 8QE | - not rated | 4,843 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 | 1,089 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Street School Cambridge Street , WF17 5QW | - not rated | 152 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Serendipity Art College 56 Wellington Street , WF17 5HU | - not rated | 258 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 539 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Primary Pupil Referral Service Park Road , WF17 5LP | - not rated | 539 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 729 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robertos | Robertos Italian Restaurant, The Old Post Office, 15 Market Place | 184 yd | |
| Chaiiwala Batley Ltd | 9 Market Place, Batley | 205 yd | |
| Elite Café and Patisserie | 11 Branch Road, Batley | 259 yd | |
| Mencap in Kirklees | Mencap, Jo Cox House, 90 Commercial Street | 273 yd | |
| Papa G's Bar@Bistro Ltd | 39 Wellington Street, Batley | 287 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Air Forces Association | Broughton House, Cambridge Street | 150 yd | |
| Irish Democratic League Club | Churchfield Street, Batley | 255 yd | |
| Admiral Casino | 72 Commercial Street, Batley | 323 yd | |
| St Marys Hall | Melton Street, Carlinghow | 447 yd | |
| Rose Of York | 466 Bradford Road, Batley | 498 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cha-Cha Pizzas | Cha Cha Pizzas, 8 Market Place | 200 yd | |
| Chicken Stop Express Batley Ltd | 1 Market Place, Batley | 212 yd | |
| Dragon City | 108 Commercial Street, Batley | 219 yd | |
| Hardys Burgerhouse | Hardyz Burger House, 1-5 Branch Road | 238 yd | |
| Howies Traditional Fish And Chips | 17 Branch Road, Batley | 278 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Branch Road, Batley | 278 yd | |
| Asda | Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 304 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit C Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 304 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Batley Baths & Recreation Centre CAMBRIDGE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 201 yd |
| Batley Parish Ce School STOCKS LANE | grass pitches | 344 yd |
| St Marys Social Club And Parochial Club MELTON STREET | 457 yd | |
| Taylor Street / Victoria TAYLOR STREET | grass pitches | 503 yd |
| Dickys Gym (Closed) Hickwell Mills Hickwell Mills Hick Lane | health and fitness suite | 621 yd |
| St Marys Catholic Primary School UPTON STREET | grass pitches | 638 yd |
| Batley Cricket Club PURTWELL HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| The Exercise Club (Closed) Bradford Road | health and fitness suite | 693 yd |
| Batley Bulldogs Rlfc (The Fox'S Biscuits Stadium) Heritage Road | grass pitches | 842 yd |
| Upper Batley High School BLENHEIM DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 858 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.