Norfolk Street is in Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 7SA 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 7SA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 7RT, WF17 7SB, WF17 5RW, WF17 7SD, WF17 7RU, WF17 7RS, WF17 5RN, WF17 7RW, WF17 7RR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF17 7SA, 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 7SA 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 7SA 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 69.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.8% lower than the Batley East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Norfolk Street has the 60th lowest crime rate of 150 local areas in Batley East and the 654th lowest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Norfolk Street, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2022-09-05 | £118,964 |
| 57 Norfolk Street, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2021-08-27 | £92,589 |
| 53 Norfolk Street, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2020-04-17 | £183,640 |
| 51 Norfolk Street, Batley, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £81,001 | 2016-01-29 | £110,765 |
| 31 Norfolk Street, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2013-10-20 | £195,300 |
WF17 7SA 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 7SA 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 4out of 4 | 2,235 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | 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 | 438 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Batley Parish Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior Infant and Nursery School Stocks Lane , WF17 8PA | 2out of 4 | 712 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Batley Upton Street , WF17 8PH | 3out of 4 | 725 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyrstmount Junior School Highcliffe Road , WF17 7NS | 2out of 4 | 769 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manorfield Infant and Nursery School Manor Way , Staincliffe WF17 7DQ | 3out of 4 | 776 yd | Community 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Oxford Road , WF13 4LL | 1out of 4 | 2,039 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heckmondwike Grammar School High Street , WF16 0AH | 4out of 4 | 2,056 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westborough High School Stockhill Street , WF13 2JE | 3out of 4 | 2,178 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Batley Girls High School Windmill Lane , WF17 0LD | 4out of 4 | 2,574 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 1,356 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 | 503 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 974 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,169 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dale House School Ruby Street , Carlinghow WF17 8HL | - not rated | 1,277 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Branch Christian School Dewsbury Gospel Church , West Park Street WF13 4LA | - not rated | 1,677 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Nights | 29 Wellington Street, Batley | 481 yd | |
| Papa G's Bar@Bistro Ltd | 39 Wellington Street, Batley | 481 yd | |
| Robertos | Robertos Italian Restaurant, The Old Post Office, 15 Market Place | 568 yd | |
| Raz'z Lounge | 7 Heritage Road, Batley | 574 yd | |
| Chaaye Paani Express | 7 Heritage Road, Batley | 574 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrews Community Hall | Denison Street, Batley | 342 yd | |
| The Royal Air Forces Association | Broughton House, Cambridge Street | 425 yd | |
| Irish Democratic League Club | Churchfield Street, Batley | 645 yd | |
| Admiral Casino | 72 Commercial Street, Batley | 680 yd | |
| St Marys Hall | Melton Street, Carlinghow | 722 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pappa Chai Ltd | 52 Clerk Green Street, Batley | 129 yd | |
| Shezan | 39 Purlwell Lane, Batley | 366 yd | |
| Deli Munch | 3A Belvedere Road, Batley | 369 yd | |
| Karachi Grill | 9 Hyrstlands Road, Batley | 577 yd | |
| Cha-Cha Pizzas | Cha Cha Pizzas, 8 Market Place | 585 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Branch Road, Batley | 675 yd | |
| Asda | Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 682 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit C Batley Shopping Centre, Alfreds Way | 682 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Batley Baths & Recreation Centre CAMBRIDGE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 449 yd |
| Taylor Street / Victoria TAYLOR STREET | grass pitches | 459 yd |
| Batley Cricket Club PURTWELL HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 500 yd |
| Batley Bulldogs Rlfc (The Fox'S Biscuits Stadium) Heritage Road | grass pitches | 698 yd |
| Batley Parish Ce School STOCKS LANE | grass pitches | 701 yd |
| St Marys Social Club And Parochial Club MELTON STREET | 728 yd | |
| Hyrstmount Stp Highcliffe Road | artificial grass pitch | 774 yd |
| Chestnut Avenue Playing Fields CHESTNUT AVENUE | grass pitches | 776 yd |
| Hyrstlands Park PARK CLOSE | grass pitches | 792 yd |
| Dickys Gym (Closed) Hickwell Mills Hickwell Mills Hick Lane | health and fitness suite | 807 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 | 92.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.6% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 200.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.