Dewsbury East is a ward in the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, covering an area of approximately 6 square kilometers. It includes neighborhoods such as Earlsheaton, Chickenley, and parts of Dewsbury Moor. The ward is predominantly residential, with a mix of terraced houses, semi-detached properties, and some social housing. Local amenities include schools, parks, and small retail outlets, catering to the daily needs of residents. The area is served by public transport links, including bus routes connecting it to Dewsbury town center and nearby areas.
The ward has a mix of green spaces, such as Crow Nest Park, and industrial zones, particularly around Chickenley. Dewsbury East has a population of around 15,000, with a relatively young demographic compared to other parts of Kirklees. The area faces challenges related to economic deprivation and unemployment, but community initiatives and local organizations work to support residents. Dewsbury East is part of the wider Dewsbury constituency, which has historical ties to the textile industry, though much of this has declined in recent decades.
On average Dewsbury East has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 165 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dewsbury East is £33,990 per year. There are 9 schools in Dewsbury East: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 248 recent sales, the median property price is £198,750 in Dewsbury East area, with individual transactions ranging from £33,000 up to £475,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 49 | £300,000 |
| Flats | 15 | £106,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 118 | £198,750 |
| Terraced | 66 | £148,250 |
10 years price trend in Dewsbury East
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Lincoln Road
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Bywell Close
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Windermere Road
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Ullswater Road
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Leeds Road
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Owl Lane
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Link Road
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Park View
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Old Bank Road
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Princess Lane
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Headland Lane
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Lord Street
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Westgate
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Market Place
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Albion Street
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South Street
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Church Street
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Old Westgate
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Tentercroft Court
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College View
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Rockhouse Drive
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Birkdale Road
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Coniston Road
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Shaw Cross & Hanging Heaton
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Bywell Road
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Canterbury Road
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Ullswater Road
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Hillesley Road
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Aldams Road
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Bluebell Walk
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Greenwood Avenue
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Rosedene Court
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Ossett Lane
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Dewsbury Central & Westborough
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Branch Road
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Market Street
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Market Place
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Branch Road
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Hartley Grove
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Moorlands Avenue
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Vulcan Gardens
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Shaw Cross & Hanging Heaton
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Long Lane
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Smallwood Road
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Leeds Road
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Bendigo Road
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Malvern Road
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Smallwood Road
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Smallwood Gardens
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Flagship Square
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Railway Street
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Syke Street
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Cedar Road
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Hazel Avenue
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Chickenley Lane
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Bond Street
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Grove Street
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Rockley Street
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Earlsheaton & Chickenley
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Cliffe Street
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Tolson Street
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Dewsbury Central & Westborough
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Lower Peel Street
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Rockhouse Drive
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Halifax Road
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High Street
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Old Bank Road
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Leeds Road
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Hollinroyd Road
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Earlsheaton & Chickenley
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Chickenley Lane
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Thirlmere Road
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Leeds Road
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Ullswater Avenue
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Coates Close
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Cross Park Street
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Camilla Court
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Maple Road
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Crackenedge Lane
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Low Street
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Lowdale
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Glenlow Road
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Lincoln Road
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Ripon Road
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Hayson Close
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Ennerdale Road
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Manor Gardens
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Goods Lane
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Syke Grove
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Wakefield Road
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Headland Lane
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Maple Walk
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Co-Operative Street
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Chickenley Lane
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Princess Avenue
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Market Place
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Westgate
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Greaves Road
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Church Street
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Daisy Hill
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.