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Kirkburton

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About

Kirkburton ward encompasses a largely rural expanse within the Kirklees district, characterised by rolling farmland, wooded valleys, and scattered villages like Highburton and Farnley Tyas. The landscape is defined by its position on the southern Pennine fringe, with open fields and dry stone walls. The area maintains a distinct separation from the more urban centres to the west, offering a quieter, village-based community atmosphere.

The ward's historical identity is anchored by the central village of Kirkburton itself, which retains its traditional character around the parish church. Local governance and community life are focal points here. A notable landmark is the Burton Tower, a prominent stone structure standing on a hill, which serves as a local navigation point and reflects the area's historical milling heritage.

Area overview

On average Kirkburton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 61 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Kirkburton is £60,585 per year. There are 10 schools in Kirkburton: 8 primary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). Kirkburton is home to around 16,310 people, with a population density of about 354.9 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
61
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
5.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Kirkburton Population
16,310
Population density
354.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
31.02(-29%)
Anti-social behaviour
7.73(-44%)
Shoplifting
6.56(-24%)
Public order
5.76(-36%)
Burglary
5.21(+2%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
15,224
93.34%
Other White
206
1.26%
Indian
120
0.74%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
111
0.68%
White and Asian (mixed)
103
0.63%
Total population: 16,311

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
5,169
38.28%
Level 3 (A level)
2,699
19.99%
No qualifications
1,765
13.07%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,712
12.68%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,041
7.71%
Total 16+ residents: 13,503

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,922
44.22%
Owns with a mortgage
2,440
36.92%
Private landlord or letting agency
655
9.91%
Social rents from council
315
4.77%
Other forms of private rent
143
2.16%
Total households: 6,608

Property prices in Kirkburton

Based on 187 recent sales, the median property price is £270,000 in Kirkburton area, with individual transactions ranging from £37,000 up to £1,400,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Kirkburton in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Kirkburton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached68£418,250
Flats8£87,000
Semi-Detached56£251,500
Terraced55£198,500

10 years median price trend in Kirkburton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Kirkburton.

All postcodes in Kirkburton

HD46UJ

Field Lane

HD80GG

Tinker Fold

HD80PS

Birks Lane

HD88NL

Round Hill Close

HD88PU

Shelley Woodhouse Lane

WF44AR

Hardcastle Lane

WF44EF

Urban Terrace

HD80QD

Dean Fold

HD88NE

Huddersfield Road

WF44BZ

Haigh Lane

HD46XU

The Village

HD80PJ

Woodsome Lees

HD80TB

Elm Court

HD80UL

Green Grove

HD88DN

Stocks Way

HD88EX

Stonecroft Gardens

HD88HD

Church Close

HD46XH

Cross Lane

HD46XL

Crangle Fields

HD46XT

Halstead Lane

HD80LU

Wakefield Road

HD80QF

Hallas Road

HD88DB

Lane Head Road

HD88DW

Jos Lane

HD88JF

Park Close

WF44AL

Barnsley Road

WF44FG

High Lee Grove

HD80LZ

Pinfold Lane

HD80PB

Timberwood

WF44BH

Denby Lane

HD46AQ

Manor Drive

HD80GS

Birkhead Close

HD80WA

Storthes Hall Lane

HD88DZ

Lydgate Road

HD88LA

Far Bank

HD80NF

Botany Lane

HD80NP

The Park

HD80PU

Thunderbridge

HD80TD

Sycamore Court

HD88DU

Station Road

HD88EP

Abbey Road

HD88FG

Well Ings Close

WF44EB

Denby Lane Crescent

WF44UL

Moorfield Court

HD46YE

Crangle Fields

HD80NA

Town End Lane

HD88AP

Marsh Lane

HD88HL

Westerley Close

WF44FR

Taylor Fold

HD80GR

Birkhead Close

HD80RT

Turnshaw Road

HD80TT

Paddock Road

HD88BS

Stonebridge Walk

HD88JA

Bankfield

HD88JS

Glen View Road

HD88NG

Kirklea

HD88DX

Abbey Drive

WF44UY

Moor View

WF44AE

Park Avenue

WF44BG

Wakefield Road

WF44TN

Stoneroyd Farm

WF44BB

Wakefield Road

WF44DA

Common Side

WF44TF

Rutland Road

HD46XS

Stocks Lane

HD80LW

Pond Lane

HD80QE

North Road

HD80QH

North Road

HD80QN

Slant Gate

HD88DD

Firth Street

HD88DY

Abbey Road

HD80QY

Primrose Lane

HD80SX

Riley Lane

HD80TL

Turnshaw Road

HD80XA

Eastfield Drive

HD88BJ

Abbey Road

HD88EG

Cliffe Park

WF44ER

Holme Close

WF44TD

Jubilee Way

HD80NB

Pinfold Lane

HD80PN

Spring Grove

HD80SR

Queens Way

HD88BG

Highfield Court

HD88DJ

Jos Lane

HD46UG

The Village

HD88FW

Barnsley Road

HD88JB

Penistone Road

HD46XJ

Norton Terrace

HD80PR

Lee Lane

HD88BY

Abbey Farm Drive

HD88EN

Lea Head

HD88LW

Cross Lane

WF44DD

Pinfold Close

HD46XY

Hollowgate

HD80RL

North Road

HD80RZ

Riley Lane

HD88EY

Stocks Drive

HD88HR

Water Lane

HD46AX

Beech Court

HD46YB

Moor Top Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.