Dewsbury Savile Town and Thornhill Lees are residential areas in Kirklees, West Yorkshire. Savile Town is known for its close-knit community and proximity to the River Calder. The area has a mix of housing, including terraced homes and larger properties, with local amenities like shops and mosques serving the population. Thornhill Lees, situated to the south, features a similar blend of housing and green spaces, including parks and walking paths along the river.
Both areas are well-connected, with easy access to Dewsbury town centre and major transport links like the M1 motorway. Local schools and community centres provide services for residents, while nearby industrial estates offer employment opportunities. The areas retain a strong sense of local identity, with historical ties to the textile industry. While primarily residential, they benefit from nearby retail and leisure facilities in Dewsbury.
On average Dewsbury Savile Town & Thornhill Lees has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dewsbury Savile Town & Thornhill Lees is £32,700 per year. There are 8 schools in Dewsbury Savile Town & Thornhill Lees: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 44 recent sales, the median property price is £151,000 in Dewsbury Savile Town & Thornhill Lees area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £939,250.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 7 | £245,568 |
| Flats | 1 | £180,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 9 | £155,000 |
| Terraced | 27 | £147,000 |
10 years price trend in Dewsbury Savile Town & Thornhill Lees
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Honeysuckle Drive
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Mill Street East
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Headfield Road
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Victoria Road
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Cross Street
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Dewsbury Savile Town & Thornhill Lees
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Dewsbury Savile Town & Thornhill Lees
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Elder Drive
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Wharf Close
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Mill Street East
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Bretfield Court
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Lock Street
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Fiddler Hill
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Nursery Street
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Thornhill Street
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Cardwell Terrace
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Park Avenue
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Cannon Way
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Cannon Way
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.