The Grove is in Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 8JG 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 The Grove, Batley, WF17 8JG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 8JF, WF17 8NB, WF17 8JD, WF17 8JH, WF17 8JQ, WF17 8JN, WF17 8JR, WF17 8JB, WF17 8HZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF17 8JG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 50.6% | 48.4% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 49.4% | 51.6% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 8JG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.2% 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 | 42.4% | 45.2% | 2.8% | 37.9% | 7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.4% | 39.9% | -1.5% | 44.2% | -4.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 8.9% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 2.1% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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 | 50.6% | 47.1% | -3.5% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 33.2% | 3.9% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 13.2% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 5.2% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
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 16.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.4% | 25.4% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 13.6% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 16.1% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 5.4% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 20% | 11.0% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 16.8% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -17.0% |
| Other | 5% | 2.9% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.5% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 4.7% | 10.3% | 5.6% | 3.1% | 7.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 16.8% | 15.3% | 2.7% | 14.1% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 88.3% | 66.5% | -21.8% | 81.4% | -14.9% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 86.7% 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 | 94.3% | 86.7% | -7.6% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 7.3% | 5.8% | 5.6% | 1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 87.2% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 7.3% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 3% | 1.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.5% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 3% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19% | 13.5% | 5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.8% | 37.2% | -3.4% |
| Christian | 33.3% | 46.2% | -12.9% |
| Muslim | 27.8% | 6.5% | 21.3% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Grove was 102.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.3% lower than the Batley East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Grove has the 68th highest crime rate of 150 local areas in Batley East and the 438th highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 The Grove, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £81,500 | 2018-01-30 | £118,804 |
| 3 The Grove, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2017-07-21 | £88,843 |
| 10 The Grove, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £26,400 | 2004-10-11 | £49,775 |
| 9 The Grove, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £27,000 | 1997-09-01 | £124,246 |
WF17 8JG 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 | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 4out of 4 | 4,033 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlinghow Academy Ealand Road , Carlinghow WF17 8HT | - not rated | 539 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School Upper Batley Lane , WF17 0NP | 3out of 4 | 854 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birstall Primary Academy Chapel Lane , Birstall WF17 9EE | 3out of 4 | 955 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Smithies Moor Leeds Old Road , WF16 9BB | - not rated | 1,142 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Batley Upton Street , WF17 8PH | 3out of 4 | 1,201 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batley Girls High School Windmill Lane , WF17 0LD | 4out of 4 | 995 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,356 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Heckmondwike Grammar School High Street , WF16 0AH | 4out of 4 | 2,354 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bruntcliffe Academy Bruntcliffe Lane , Morley LS27 0LZ | 3out of 4 | 3,442 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| BBG Academy Bradford Road , BD19 4BE | 3out of 4 | 3,710 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 902 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 | 618 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield School White Lee Road , WF17 8AS | 3out of 4 | 972 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,686 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Street School Cambridge Street , WF17 5QW | - not rated | 1,931 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 2,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swan Lake cafe | Park Deli, Wilton Park | 202 yd | |
| Chilli Lodge Batley | Chilli Lodge Batley Unit 17, Wilton Industrial Court, 851 Bradford Road | 595 yd | |
| Subway | 895 Bradford Road, Birstall | 654 yd | |
| Salt and Crust | Godfather Pizza, 604C Bradford Road | 738 yd | |
| Luigis Ristorante | Bradford Road, Birstall | 884 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greyhound | 100 Huddersfield Road, Birstall | 923 yd | |
| Old Wine And Spirit Vaults | 42 Huddersfield Road, Birstall | 966 yd | |
| The Victoria | Victoria Hotel, 519 Bradford Road | 992 yd | |
| Birstall Sports & Social Club | Birstall Sports And Social Club, 1 Nelson Street | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pickniks | Picniks, 680 Bradford Road | 346 yd | |
| Yama | 813 Bradford Road, Batley | 391 yd | |
| Mother Hubbard Fish And Chips | 604B Bradford Road, Batley | 665 yd | |
| Frankies | 598 Bradford Road, Batley | 904 yd | |
| Harrys Takeaway | 523 Bradford Road, Batley | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Extra | Bradford Road, Batley | 920 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Smithies Lane, Birstall | 1,071 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crossbank Methodists Cricket Club CROSSBANK METHODISTS CRICKET CLUB CROSSBANK METHODISTS CRICKET CLUB LEA ROAD | grass pitches | 566 yd |
| Batley Grammar School Carlinghow Hill | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 790 yd |
| St Patricks Mill Street MILL STREET | grass pitches | 825 yd |
| Carters Field COAL PIT LANE | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Windmill Ce Primary School WINDMILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL WINDMILL CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL UPPER BATLEY LANE | grass pitches | 840 yd |
| Batley Girls High School WINDMILL LANE | grass pitches | 968 yd |
| White Lee Football Ground SMITHIES MOOR LANE | grass pitches | 1,002 yd |
| St Marys Catholic Primary School UPTON STREET | grass pitches | 1,064 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 | 37.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 43.79 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 43.79 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.