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Heckmondwike Town, Norristhorpe & Roberttown

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Kirklees / Heckmondwike Town, Norristhorpe & Roberttown

About

Heckmondwike is a town in Kirklees, West Yorkshire, with a mix of residential and industrial areas. The town has a strong textile heritage, reflected in its historic mills and factories. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, with Heckmondwike Green providing a central open space. The town is well-connected by road, with the A638 running through it, and has a railway station offering links to nearby cities.

Norristhorpe and Roberttown are smaller settlements near Heckmondwike, with a more rural feel. Norristhore features a mix of housing and green spaces, while Roberttown is known for its historic buildings and quiet lanes. Both areas offer easy access to the surrounding countryside, including the Spen Valley Greenway. The nearby M62 motorway provides quick connections to Leeds, Manchester, and beyond.

Area overview

On average Heckmondwike Town, Norristhorpe & Roberttown has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Heckmondwike Town, Norristhorpe & Roberttown is £40,100 per year. There are 5 schools in Heckmondwike Town, Norristhorpe & Roberttown: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
87
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
5.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Heckmondwike Town, Norristhorpe & Roberttown Population
7,978
Population density
981.1 per km²

Demographics

British
7,178
89.95%
Pakistani
369
4.62%
Indian
86
1.08%
Other White
69
0.86%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
48
0.6%
Total population: 7,980

Housing

Owns outright
1,415
41.96%
Owns with a mortgage
1,221
36.21%
Private landlord or letting agency
411
12.19%
Social rents from council
166
4.92%
Other forms of private rent
83
2.46%
Total households: 3,372

Property prices in Heckmondwike Town, Norristhorpe & Roberttown

Based on 103 recent sales, the median property price is £245,000 in Heckmondwike Town, Norristhorpe & Roberttown area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £510,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£321,250
Flats3£98,000
Semi-Detached51£245,000
Terraced23£165,000

10 years price trend in Heckmondwike Town, Norristhorpe & Roberttown

All postcodes in Heckmondwike Town, Norristhorpe & Roberttown

WF158AQ

Peep Green Lane

WF158AF

Bullace Trees Lane

WF157AJ

Owlet Hurst Lane

WF157DP

Liversedge Hall Lane

WF157LZ

Aston Close

WF157ND

Lincoln Avenue

WF157NG

Lumb Lane

WF157NN

Stanley Road

WF158BD

Prospect View

WF157AF

Heath Street

WF157BX

Huddersfield Road

WF157NS

Huddersfield Road

WF160JX

Heckmondwike Town, Norristhorpe & Roberttown

WF160NR

Artillery Street

WF157AR

Elm Tree Close

WF157BB

Milton Road

WF157DN

Rydal Grove

WF157LX

Roberttown Lane

WF156QA

Headlands Road

WF157BT

Beehive Court

WF157BZ

Huddersfield Road

WF160JJ

Heckmondwike Town, Norristhorpe & Roberttown

WF157BA

Norristhorpe Lane

WF157DY

Forge Lane

WF157EA

Dymond Road

WF157LG

School Street

WF157LT

Roberttown Lane

WF160HX

High Street

WF160NF

Spen Vale Street

WF140DD

Slipper Lane

WF140DH

Lttle Taylor Hall Lane

WF157NF

Wheatlands Drive

WF157NX

Hillside Rise

WF157PP

Huddersfield Road

WF158BE

Church Road
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.