Birstall is a town in the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, located between Leeds and Bradford. The area is known for its mix of residential and commercial spaces, with a range of local shops, cafes, and services along its main streets. Birstall has good transport links, including bus routes and proximity to the M62 motorway, making it convenient for commuters. The town also features several green spaces, such as Birstall Park, which provides recreational areas for residents.
Historically, Birstall was a center for the woolen textile industry, and some heritage buildings still reflect this past. The area includes a mix of housing, from older terraced homes to modern developments. Schools, community centers, and leisure facilities cater to families and local needs. While primarily suburban, Birstall retains a sense of connection to nearby urban centers, offering a balance of quiet living and accessibility.
On average Birstall has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 115 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Birstall is £36,200 per year. There are 4 schools in Birstall: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £165,000 in Birstall area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £525,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 12 | £380,000 |
| Flats | 3 | £134,950 |
| Semi-Detached | 41 | £185,000 |
| Terraced | 43 | £150,000 |
10 years price trend in Birstall
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Birstall
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Moon Close
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Birchwood Avenue
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Dark Lane
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Branwell Avenue
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Lowood Lane
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Branwell Avenue
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Carr Street
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Field Head Lane
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Church Lane
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Leeds Road
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Elder Close
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Beverley Gardens
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Dudley Avenue
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Harefield Drive
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Birchwood Avenue
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Birstall
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Ferndene Avenue
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Chapel Lane
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Bronte Road
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Martin Street
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Birstall
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Springwell View
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Clough Drive
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Windmill Lane
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Windmill Lane
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Church Road
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Almond Way
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Fieldhead Crescent
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Nutter Lane
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Carr Street
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Union Street
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Kingsway
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Moon Close
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Leeds Road
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Caernarvon Close
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Church Street
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Cambridge Road
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Nab Lane
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The Courtyard
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Briarmains Road
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Elm Way
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The Crossings
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Hillhead Drive
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Chevins Close
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Brownhill Road
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Birkby Brow Crescent
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North Terrace
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Low Lane
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Daisy Close
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Gelderd Road
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Bempton Grove
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Upper Batley Lane
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Rockhill Close
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Ashfield Road
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Leeds Road
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Huddersfield Road
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Victoria Street
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Birstall
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Church Street
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Leyland Road
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Daisy Close
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Aldersyde
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Tweed Close
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Rectory Drive
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Lowood Lane
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Branwell Walk
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Aldersyde
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Birstall
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Church Lane
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Nussey Avenue
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Birstall
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Leeds Road
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Risedale Avenue
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Brownhill Close
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Kings Park
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Nova Lane
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Gelderd Road
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Yard Four
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Howden Clough Road
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Hill Crescent
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Milroyd Crescent
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Mill Street
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Ferndene Avenue
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Birstall
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Dark Lane
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Elder Close
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Beech Way
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Smithies Moor Lane
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Charlotte Close
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Lowood Lane
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Gelderd Road
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Blackburn Road
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Risedale Close
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Beverley Gardens
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Clough Drive
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Hillhead Drive
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Chapel Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.