Norfolk Street is in Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 7RU 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 Norfolk Street, Batley, WF17 7RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 7RX, WF17 7RT, WF17 7SA, WF17 7RZ, WF17 5BH, WF17 5BQ, WF17 7RR, WF17 7SB, WF17 7RS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF17 7RU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% 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 | 52.7% | 54.4% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 47.3% | 45.6% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 7RU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.1% 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 | 25.3% | 30.9% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.3% | 52.1% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 7.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 3.5% | 5.6% | 2.1% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 8.5% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 40.1% | 40.1% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 32.5% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 13.5% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 9.9% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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 7RU this area, 30.7% 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 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.7% | 30.7% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 12.8% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 17.1% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 13.9% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.7% | 20.6% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 9.9% | 2.4% | -7.5% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 8.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 59.9% | 53.5% | -6.4% | 3.1% | 50.4% |
| Pakistani | 24.2% | 34.1% | 9.9% | 2.7% | 31.4% |
| Other Asian | 4.3% | 0.4% | -3.9% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 8.7% | 8.8% | 0.1% | 81.4% | -72.6% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 65% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.7% | 65% | -1.7% | 83.2% | -18.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 31.2% | 32.8% | 1.6% | 5.6% | 27.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 66.4% | 65% | -1.4% | 83.2% | -18.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 28% | 26.7% | 9.8% | 18.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 2.1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 27.6% | 2.8% | -24.8% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 2.5% | 37.2% | -34.7% |
| Christian | 6.5% | 46.2% | -39.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 85.7% | 6.5% | 79.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norfolk Street was 44.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.1% lower than the Batley East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Norfolk Street has the 30th lowest crime rate of 150 local areas in Batley East and the 397th lowest crime rate of 1,332 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Norfolk Street, Batley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2017-09-22 | £215,814 |
| 3 Norfolk Street, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2002-04-10 | £672,371 |
WF17 7RU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 student residents living in WF17 7RU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Looking after home or family | 64 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Other | 25 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Construction | 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 | 2,001 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 3out of 4 | 2,192 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Savile Town Nursery School Warren Street , WF12 9LY | - not rated | 3,249 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purlwell Infant and Nursery School Purlwell Lane , WF17 7PE | 3out of 4 | 421 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Purlwell Infant and Nursery School Purlwell Lane , WF17 7PE | - not rated | 421 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Field Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School Albion Street , WF17 5AH | 3out of 4 | 598 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Field Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School Albion Street , WF17 5AH | - not rated | 623 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyrstmount Junior School Highcliffe Road , WF17 7NS | 3out of 4 | 632 yd | Academy converter | 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 | - not rated | 1,197 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Birkdale High School Wheelwright Drive , WF13 4JB | - not rated | 1,325 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Oxford Road , WF13 4LL | - not rated | 2,036 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Oxford Road , WF13 4LL | - not rated | 2,036 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 4,086 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellhouse Middle School Wellhouse Lane , WF14 0BE | - not rated | 4,493 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 | 1,710 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Priestley College Peel Street Centre , Peel Street LS27 8QE | - not rated | 5,193 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 | 1,403 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 | 356 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Serendipity Art College 56 Wellington Street , WF17 5HU | - not rated | 417 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Zakaria Muslim Girls' High School 111 Warwick Road , WF17 6AJ | - not rated | 802 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 833 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Primary Pupil Referral Service Park Road , WF17 5LP | - not rated | 833 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Nights | 29 Wellington Street, Batley | 396 yd | |
| Papa G's Bar@Bistro Ltd | 39 Wellington Street, Batley | 396 yd | |
| Raz'z Lounge | 7 Heritage Road, Batley | 491 yd | |
| Chaaye Paani Express | 7 Heritage Road, Batley | 491 yd | |
| Robertos | Robertos Italian Restaurant, The Old Post Office, 15 Market Place | 516 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrews Community Hall | Denison Street, Batley | 290 yd | |
| The Royal Air Forces Association | Broughton House, Cambridge Street | 359 yd | |
| Admiral Casino | 72 Commercial Street, Batley | 615 yd | |
| Irish Democratic League Club | Churchfield Street, Batley | 619 yd | |
| The Union Rooms | 4 Hick Lane, Batley | 719 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pappa Chai Ltd | 52 Clerk Green Street, Batley | 224 yd | |
| Shezan | 39 Purlwell Lane, Batley | 327 yd | |
| Deli Munch | 3A Belvedere Road, Batley | 352 yd | |
| Cha-Cha Pizzas | Cha Cha Pizzas, 8 Market Place | 533 yd | |
| Chicken Stop Express Batley Ltd | 1 Market Place, Batley | 557 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 624 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit C Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 624 yd | |
| Aldi | Branch Road, Batley | 628 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Taylor Street / Victoria TAYLOR STREET | grass pitches | 364 yd |
| Batley Baths & Recreation Centre CAMBRIDGE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 375 yd |
| Batley Cricket Club PURTWELL HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 426 yd |
| Batley Bulldogs Rlfc (The Fox'S Biscuits Stadium) Heritage Road | grass pitches | 621 yd |
| Batley Parish Ce School STOCKS LANE | grass pitches | 691 yd |
| Dickys Gym (Closed) Hickwell Mills Hickwell Mills Hick Lane | health and fitness suite | 714 yd |
| Hyrstmount Stp Highcliffe Road | artificial grass pitch | 716 yd |
| St Marys Social Club And Parochial Club MELTON STREET | 745 yd | |
| Hyrstlands Park PARK CLOSE | grass pitches | 784 yd |
| Zakaria Muslim Girl'S High School WARWICK ROAD | 801 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 | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 114.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.