Kirkburton ward is located in the southeastern part of Kirklees, West Yorkshire. It covers a mix of rural and semi-rural areas, including the villages of Kirkburton, Highburton, and Farnley Tyas. The ward is characterised by rolling hills, farmland, and pockets of woodland, offering a quieter pace compared to urban centres. Local amenities include shops, pubs, and primary schools, serving the community’s daily needs.
The area has strong transport links, with the A629 and A635 providing access to Huddersfield and nearby towns. Kirkburton retains a traditional feel, with stone-built houses and historic landmarks like All Hallows’ Church. The ward also features recreational spaces, including playing fields and walking trails, catering to outdoor enthusiasts. While largely residential, it maintains a balance between countryside living and convenient access to larger towns.
On average Kirkburton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 48 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kirkburton is £47,781 per year. There are 10 schools in Kirkburton: 8 primary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 204 recent sales, the median property price is £275,250 in Kirkburton area, with individual transactions ranging from £37,000 up to £1,125,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 76 | £450,000 |
| Flats | 5 | £99,950 |
| Semi-Detached | 66 | £252,000 |
| Terraced | 57 | £200,000 |
10 years price trend in Kirkburton
HD88AU
Dob Royd
HD88BL
Barnsley Road
HD88BX
Abbey Road
HD88LF
Back Lane
WF148BW
Lepton, Grange Moor & Flockton
WF44BL
Denby Lane
WF44DH
Barnsley Road
WF44SU
Beckside
HD46UF
Bank Foot Road
HD46UJ
Field Lane
HD88NL
Round Hill Close
HD80XH
Gregory Drive
HD80GG
Lepton, Grange Moor & Flockton
HD80PS
Birks Lane
HD80YE
Storthes Hall Lane
HD88JW
Parklands Walk
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Hawthorne Way
HD88LE
Shelley & Shepley
HD88PU
Shelley Woodhouse Lane
WF44EF
Lepton, Grange Moor & Flockton
WF44AR
Hardcastle Lane
WF44FA
Alexandra Lane
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Church Close
HD46XU
The Village
HD88DN
Stocks Way
HD80PJ
Storthes Hall Lane
HD80QD
Dean Fold
HD80TB
Elm Court
HD80UL
Kirkburton & Farnley Tyas
HD88EX
Firth Street
HD88NE
Shelley & Shepley
WF44BZ
Barnsley Road
HD46XL
Crangle Fields
HD46XT
Halstead Lane
HD46XH
Cross Lane
HD80LU
Lydgate
HD80LZ
Pinfold Lane
HD80PB
Timberwood
HD80QF
Foxglove Drive
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Firth Street
HD88DW
Jenkyn Lane
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Park Close
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Back Lane
WF44AL
Barnsley Road
WF44FG
High Lee Grove
HD46AQ
Deer Croft
HD80GF
Thunder Bridge Lane
HD80GS
Birkhead Close
HD80NF
Botany Lane
HD80NP
The Park
HD80PU
Grange Lane
HD80TD
Sycamore Court
HD80WA
Storthes Hall Lane
HD88DU
Abbey Drive
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Dyke Bottom
HD88EP
Abbey Gardens
HD88FG
Abbey Road North
HD88LA
Far Bank
WF44BH
Denby Lane
WF44EB
Lepton, Grange Moor & Flockton
WF44UL
Moorfield Court
HD46YE
Crangle Fields
HD80GR
Birkhead Close
HD80NA
Knotty Lane
HD80RT
Turnshaw Road
HD80TT
Moor Lane
HD88AP
Marsh Lane
HD88BS
Stonebridge Walk
HD88HL
Westerley Close
HD88JA
Bankfield
HD88JS
Glen View Road
HD88NG
Kirklea
WF44FR
Lepton, Grange Moor & Flockton
WF44UY
Moor View
HD46XS
Stocks Lane
HD80LW
Far Croft
HD80QE
North Road
HD80QH
Kirkburton & Farnley Tyas
HD80QN
Garner Lane
HD88DD
Firth Street
HD88DX
Abbey Drive
HD88DY
Abbey Road
WF44AE
Park Side
WF44BB
Grange Lane
WF44BG
Wakefield Road
WF44DA
Common End
WF44EL
Back Lane
WF44TF
Rutland Road
WF44TN
Stoneroyd Farm
HD80PN
Storthes Hall Lane
HD80NB
Pinfold Lane
HD80QY
Primrose Lane
HD80SR
Fairfield Rise
HD80SX
Riley Lane
HD80TL
Laneside
HD80WJ
Storthes Hall Lane
HD80XA
Eastfield Drive
HD88BG
Highfield Court
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Abbey Road
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Jos Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.