Healey Lane is in Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 7HR 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 Healey Lane, Batley, WF17 7HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 7HP, WF17 7HY, WF17 7JD, WF17 7HS, WF17 7HX, WF17 7SL, WF17 7HT, WF17 7SF, WF17 7HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF17 7HR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 53.2% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 47.4% | 46.8% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 | 33.6% | 41.4% | 7.8% | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 45.6% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 6.2% | -4.4% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 4.2% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 44.8% | 40.6% | -4.2% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 33% | 36.6% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 16.8% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 4.8% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 7HR this area, 40% 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 14.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.3% | 40% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 21.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 11.3% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 13.5% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 15.5% | 7.7% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.8% | 14.4% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -19.4% |
| Other | 7.1% | 2.5% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 48.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 16.3% | 20% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 16.9% |
| Pakistani | 14.1% | 26.7% | 12.6% | 2.7% | 24.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 67.2% | 48.4% | -18.8% | 81.4% | -33.0% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 86.5% 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 | 89.3% | 86.5% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.8% | 10.6% | 2.8% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.3% | 86.7% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 8.2% | 7.8% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 3.4% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 1% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0.8% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.5% | 76.7% | -4.2% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3.6% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.9% | 13.5% | 7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.7% | 37.2% | -13.5% |
| Christian | 24.3% | 46.2% | -21.9% |
| Muslim | 48% | 6.5% | 41.5% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Healey Lane was 52.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.2% lower than the Batley East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Healey Lane has the 39th lowest crime rate of 150 local areas in Batley East and the 490th lowest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 137 Healey Lane, Batley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £408,000 | 2006-01-20 | £694,895 |
WF17 7HR 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 | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 65 |
| Looking after home or family | 55 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Other | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 26 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 4out of 4 | 2,755 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School Healey Lane , WF17 8BN | 1out of 4 | 516 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Batley Upton Street , WF17 8PH | 3out of 4 | 642 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manorfield Infant and Nursery School Manor Way , Staincliffe WF17 7DQ | 3out of 4 | 713 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlinghow Academy Ealand Road , Carlinghow WF17 8HT | - not rated | 773 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School Staincliffe Hall Road , WF17 7QX | 3out of 4 | 783 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,309 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Heckmondwike Grammar School High Street , WF16 0AH | 4out of 4 | 1,562 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Batley Girls High School Windmill Lane , WF17 0LD | 4out of 4 | 2,176 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Oxford Road , WF13 4LL | 1out of 4 | 2,462 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westborough High School Stockhill Street , WF13 2JE | 3out of 4 | 2,523 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 | 1,172 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 | 843 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Street School Cambridge Street , WF17 5QW | - not rated | 1,115 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Fairfield School White Lee Road , WF17 8AS | 3out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,452 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 1,476 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braai | 225-227 Healey Lane, Healey | 425 yd | |
| Salt and Crust | Godfather Pizza, 604C Bradford Road | 900 yd | |
| Khyber Restaurant | Church Steps, Stocks Lane | 966 yd | |
| Salvation Army Church And Community Centre | Bradford Road, Batley | 968 yd | |
| Robertos | Robertos Italian Restaurant, The Old Post Office, 15 Market Place | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Inn | 170 Healey Lane, Healey | 309 yd | |
| St Marys Hall | Melton Street, Carlinghow | 718 yd | |
| The Victoria | Victoria Hotel, 519 Bradford Road | 804 yd | |
| Common Road WMC | Common Road Working Mens Club, 22 Common Road | 883 yd | |
| Crown Hotel | 78 Halifax Road, Staincliffe | 931 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pappa Chai Ltd | 52 Clerk Green Street, Batley | 638 yd | |
| Harrys Takeaway | 523 Bradford Road, Batley | 800 yd | |
| Frankies | 598 Bradford Road, Batley | 868 yd | |
| Mother Hubbard Fish And Chips | 604B Bradford Road, Batley | 889 yd | |
| Ele's Pizza and Fast Food | 37 Dewsbury Gate Road, Dewsbury | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Branch Road, Batley | 1,073 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carters Field COAL PIT LANE | grass pitches | 460 yd |
| Healey Community Centre WEST PARK ROAD | 462 yd | |
| Chestnut Avenue Playing Fields CHESTNUT AVENUE | grass pitches | 565 yd |
| St Marys Catholic Primary School UPTON STREET | grass pitches | 572 yd |
| Healey Junior Infant And Nursery School HEALEY LANE | grass pitches | 608 yd |
| St Marys Social Club And Parochial Club MELTON STREET | 712 yd | |
| Batley Parish Ce School STOCKS LANE | grass pitches | 873 yd |
| Staincliffe Playing Fields & Cricket Ground HALIFAX ROAD | grass pitches | 989 yd |
| Batley Baths & Recreation Centre CAMBRIDGE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,051 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.