Branwell Avenue is in Birstall, Batley and in Kirklees district. WF17 9DQ is located in the Birstall and Birkenshaw 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 Branwell Avenue, Birstall, Batley, WF17 9DQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF17 9DF, WF17 9DJ, WF17 9DN, WF17 9BT, WF17 9BU, WF17 9DH, WF17 9BS, WF17 9QP, WF17 9DR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF17 9DQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.3% | 50.8% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 45.7% | 49.2% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 9DQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.3% 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 | 48.6% | 46.3% | -2.3% | 37.9% | 8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.1% | 27.8% | -0.3% | 44.2% | -16.4% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 4.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 14.8% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6.9% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 40.8% | 42.3% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 29.6% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 17.3% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 8.5% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 9DQ this area, 31.6% 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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.6% | 31.6% | -16.0% | 18.2% | 13.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 14.4% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 14% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 8.8% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -8.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.6% | 20% | 11.4% | 33.8% | -13.8% |
| Other | 3.2% | 5.1% | 1.9% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.8% | 94.8% | 2.0% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.2% | 90.9% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 3% | 6.2% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 91.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.9% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 4.2% | 1.3% | 2.9% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 38.1% | 46.2% | -8.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Branwell Avenue was 105.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.2% higher than the Batley West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Branwell Avenue has the 33rd highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Batley West and the 423rd highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Branwell Avenue, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2024-11-15 | £183,593 |
| 32 Branwell Avenue, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2021-07-26 | £146,210 |
| 24 Branwell Avenue, Batley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2021-06-18 | £129,721 |
| 52 Branwell Avenue, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-03-19 | £151,008 |
| 54 Branwell Avenue, Batley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2020-09-17 | £174,081 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Other | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fieldhead Primary Academy Charlotte Close , Birstall WF17 9BX | 3out of 4 | 266 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Birstall Nova Lane , Birstall WF17 9LQ | 4out of 4 | 570 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior, Infant and Early Years School Fieldhead Lane , Birstall WF17 9HN | 3out of 4 | 637 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birstall Primary Academy Chapel Lane , Birstall WF17 9EE | 3out of 4 | 1,081 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Drighlington Primary School Moorland Road , Drighlington BD11 1JY | 3out of 4 | 1,594 yd | Community 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 | 1,494 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| BBG Academy Bradford Road , BD19 4BE | 3out of 4 | 2,172 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bruntcliffe Academy Bruntcliffe Lane , Morley LS27 0LZ | 3out of 4 | 3,038 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 3,053 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Tong Leadership Academy Westgate Hill Street , BD4 6NR | 1out 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 | 2,642 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield School White Lee Road , WF17 8AS | 3out of 4 | 2,382 yd | Foundation special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dale House School Ruby Street , Carlinghow WF17 8HL | - not rated | 2,557 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 3,380 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 3,778 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Street School Cambridge Street , WF17 5QW | - not rated | 3,830 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oaktree Cafe | Oak Tree Cafe, Oakwell Hall | 792 yd | |
| Sodexo | Mars Care And Treats Petcare Europe Ltd, Oakwell Way | 910 yd | |
| Bangla Lounge | 38 Low Lane, Birstall | 926 yd | |
| Cafe V | 15 Nelson Street, Birstall | 963 yd | |
| The Cobbles Restaurant And Bistro | 2 Market Place, Birstall | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pheasant Inn | 108 Gelderd Road, Birstall | 531 yd | |
| Bronte Lounge | 3-5 Middlegate, Birstall | 902 yd | |
| Priestley's Sports Bar | Priestleys Sports Bar, 6A Low Lane | 910 yd | |
| Horse And Jockey | 97 Low Lane, Birstall | 926 yd | |
| Birstall Conservative Club | 40 Low Lane, Birstall | 926 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pepper & Crust Ltd | Pepper and Crust, 45 Lowood Lane | 70 yd | |
| Naveeds Indian Takeaway | 75 Low Lane, Birstall | 910 yd | |
| Pizza 55 | 55 Low Lane, Birstall | 910 yd | |
| Seaspray Fisheries | 79 Low Lane, Birstall | 910 yd | |
| Sunny Chop Suey Centre | 33 Low Lane, Birstall | 910 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Smithies Lane, Birstall | 1,025 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 12, Birstall Shopping Park | 1,074 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fieldhead Primary Academy CHARLOTTE CLOSE | grass pitches | 238 yd |
| Owler Lane Recreation Ground OWLER LANE | grass pitches | 390 yd |
| Mp Fit BRITANNIA MILLS BRITANNIA MILLS GELDERD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 698 yd |
| Birstall Cricket Club LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 996 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Leeds) WOODHEAD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,086 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.