Dewsbury South is a ward in the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, covering the southern part of Dewsbury town. The area includes residential neighborhoods such as Ravensthorpe, Chickenley, and Thornhill Lees. It features a mix of housing, from terraced homes to larger properties, alongside local amenities like schools, parks, and community centers. The ward is bordered by the River Calder, which runs through the area, providing green spaces and walking routes.
The ward has a strong industrial heritage, with former mills and factories reflecting its textile past. Today, it includes a range of small businesses and retail outlets, particularly along Wakefield Road. Public transport links connect Dewsbury South to nearby towns and cities, including Leeds and Huddersfield. The area also has several places of worship, reflecting its diverse community. Dewsbury South is part of the larger Dewsbury constituency, playing a role in local governance and services.
On average Dewsbury South has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 89 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dewsbury South is £33,295 per year. There are 12 schools in Dewsbury South: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 117 recent sales, the median property price is £168,000 in Dewsbury South area, with individual transactions ranging from £56,000 up to £939,250.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 34 | £330,000 |
| Flats | 1 | £180,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 37 | £170,000 |
| Terraced | 45 | £145,000 |
10 years price trend in Dewsbury South
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Cannon Way
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Dewsbury Savile Town & Thornhill Lees
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Thornhill Park Avenue
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Thornhill
WF120SJ
Ingham Road
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Forge Lane
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Nursery Street
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Caledonian Road
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Selbourne Avenue
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Wood Lane
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Smithy Parade
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Smithy Parade
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Smithy Parade
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Frank Close
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Back Lane
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Fixby Lane
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Highfield Mount
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Dewsbury Savile Town & Thornhill Lees
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Scarborough Street
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Cowper Street
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Cannon Way
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Lees Drive
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Ingham Road
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Mountain Road
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Mountain Crescent
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Bullfields Close
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Frank Lane
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Back Lane
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Highfield Gardens
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Brewery Lane
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Centenary Square
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Sefton Rise
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Sefton Rise
WF120AY
Hebble Court
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Foxroyd Lane
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Doubting Lane
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Jackson's Lane
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High Street
WF129AY
Scarborough Street
WF129HN
Centenary Square
WF120EQ
Castle Crescent
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Edge Top Road
WF120BT
Ings Crescent
WF120DH
Castle Mount
WF120DX
Edge Top Road
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Mountain Road
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Henley Avenue
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Jackson's Lane
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Headfield Road
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Cannon Way
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Cannon Way
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Jackson's Lane
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Edge Top Road
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Edge Avenue
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Smithy Parade
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Smithy Parade
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Whitley Road
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Back Lane
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Ings Lane
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Daleside
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Bretton Street
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Clement Terrace
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Walker Street
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Cross Road
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Back Lane
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Ouzelwell Lane
WF129AQ
Mill Street East
WF129EZ
Caledonian Road
WF129LA
Thornfield
WF129LH
Orchard Street
WF129PN
Savile Grove
WF129PW
Dewsbury Savile Town & Thornhill Lees
WF129QS
Anchor Bridge Way
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Cannon Way
WF120BE
Edge Top Road
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Chapel Lane
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Chapel Lane
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Edge Lane
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Ludwell Close
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Edge Road
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Scopsley Green
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High Meadows
WF120PU
High Street
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Victoria Road
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Edward Close
WF129HA
Kilner View
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Kaye Street
WF129NN
Clement Terrace
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Nursery Grove
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Cannon Way
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Cannon Way
WF120NR
Briestfield Road
WF120AF
Park House View
WF120AG
Ingham Road
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Highfield Terrace
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Edge Close
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Edge Avenue
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Falhouse Lane
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Edge Arpers Croft
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Ravensthorpe Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.