Ings Road is in Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 8LT 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 Ings Road, Batley, WF17 8LT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 8LZ, WF17 8EU, WF17 8HH, WF17 8LU, WF17 8LW, WF17 8PP, WF17 8HR, WF17 8HP, WF17 8HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF17 8LT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 46.8% | 52.7% | 5.9% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 53.2% | 47.3% | -5.9% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 8LT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.4% 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 | 34.8% | 47.4% | 12.6% | 37.9% | 9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41% | 36.8% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 16.1% | 11% | -5.1% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 1.8% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.8% | 47.8% | -1.0% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 37.5% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 9.8% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4.6% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 23% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 12.6% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 13.3% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.8% | 17.8% | 1.0% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15% | 26.3% | 11.3% | 33.8% | -7.5% |
| Other | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 4.9% | 2.8% | 3.1% | 1.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 11.2% | 9.7% | 2.7% | 8.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 92.9% | 78.2% | -14.7% | 81.4% | -3.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 85% 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 | 94.1% | 85% | -9.1% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 7.2% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 5.2% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 85% | -8.8% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 6.6% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 41.3% | 46.2% | -4.9% |
| Muslim | 17.8% | 6.5% | 11.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ings Road was 194.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.2% higher than the Batley East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ings Road has the 22nd highest crime rate of 150 local areas in Batley East and the 140th highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 123.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Ings Road, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-09-27 | £191,964 |
| Dock Ings Mill Ings Road, Batley, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £1,000,000 | 2022-08-31 | £1,054,656 |
| 45 Ings Road, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £169,950 | 2022-06-30 | £189,716 |
| The Workshop Ings Road, Batley, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-12-01 | £162,637 |
| 31 Ings Road, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2020-11-04 | £171,543 |
| Full-Time Employee | 113 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 4out of 4 | 3,407 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 | 210 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Batley Upton Street , WF17 8PH | 3out of 4 | 526 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 857 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School Healey Lane , WF17 8BN | 1out of 4 | 1,168 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windmill CofE (VC) Primary School Upper Batley Lane , WF17 0NP | 3out of 4 | 1,271 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 3out of 4 | 859 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Batley Girls High School Windmill Lane , WF17 0LD | 4out of 4 | 1,431 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Heckmondwike Grammar School High Street , WF16 0AH | 4out of 4 | 2,166 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Oxford Road , WF13 4LL | 1out of 4 | 3,157 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westborough High School Stockhill Street , WF13 2JE | 3out of 4 | 3,245 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 | 512 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 | 85 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,144 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield School White Lee Road , WF17 8AS | 3out of 4 | 1,214 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Street School Cambridge Street , WF17 5QW | - not rated | 1,261 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 1,385 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt and Crust | Godfather Pizza, 604C Bradford Road | 198 yd | |
| Salvation Army Church And Community Centre | Bradford Road, Batley | 646 yd | |
| OCS Food Co | Foxs Biscuits, Wellington Street | 723 yd | |
| Sodexo Ltd | Foxs Biscuits, Wellington Street | 723 yd | |
| Khyber Restaurant | Church Steps, Stocks Lane | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Victoria | Victoria Hotel, 519 Bradford Road | 354 yd | |
| St Marys Hall | Melton Street, Carlinghow | 582 yd | |
| Irish Democratic League Club | Churchfield Street, Batley | 886 yd | |
| Blenheim House | 66 Batley Field Hill, Upper Batley | 958 yd | |
| George Inn | 170 Healey Lane, Healey | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mother Hubbard Fish And Chips | 604B Bradford Road, Batley | 145 yd | |
| Frankies | 598 Bradford Road, Batley | 304 yd | |
| Harrys Takeaway | 523 Bradford Road, Batley | 334 yd | |
| Dragon City | 108 Commercial Street, Batley | 1,000 yd | |
| Pickniks | Picniks, 680 Bradford Road | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Extra | Bradford Road, Batley | 723 yd | |
| Aldi | Branch Road, Batley | 1,030 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Marys Catholic Primary School UPTON STREET | grass pitches | 389 yd |
| Carters Field COAL PIT LANE | grass pitches | 404 yd |
| Batley Grammar School Carlinghow Hill | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 434 yd |
| St Marys Social Club And Parochial Club MELTON STREET | 571 yd | |
| Batley Parish Ce School STOCKS LANE | grass pitches | 753 yd |
| Upper Batley High School BLENHEIM DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 760 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 | 97.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| 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 | 153.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.