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About

Lindley ward is situated in the northern part of the Huddersfield urban area within the borough of Kirklees. The area encompasses a mix of residential neighbourhoods, local shopping precincts, and several green spaces, including Beaumont Park. Its topography features notable slopes, with streets offering views across the surrounding valley. The ward contains a range of housing, from Victorian terraces to larger detached homes, reflecting its historical development.

The area is anchored by its central crossroads, where independent shops, cafes, and services are concentrated. Lindley is home to a distinctive landmark, the Grade II listed Lindley Clock Tower, which stands at a major junction. Educational and community facilities are present, serving the local population. Transport links connect the ward to Huddersfield town centre and beyond, with routes following the contours of the land.

Area overview

On average Lindley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 90 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Lindley is £53,615 per year. There are 7 schools in Lindley: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Lindley is home to around 20,430 people, with a population density of about 2,882.9 per km2.

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Lindley Population

20,430

Population density

2,882.9 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

45.23(+2%)

Public order

9.5(+8%)

Other theft

8.03(+21%)

Anti-social behaviour

7.93(-45%)

Shoplifting

7(-20%)

Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

British

15,538

76.05%

Pakistani

1,695

8.3%

Indian

640

3.13%

Other White

429

2.1%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

384

1.88%

Total population: 20,432

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

6,367

38.69%

Level 3 (A level)

2,851

17.32%

No qualifications

2,435

14.8%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,994

12.12%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

1,368

8.31%

Total 16+ residents: 16,458

Housing

Owns outright

3,329

37.51%

Owns with a mortgage

3,033

34.18%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,469

16.55%

Social rents from council

583

6.57%

Other social rented

240

2.7%

Total households: 8,874

Property prices in Lindley

Based on 258 recent sales, the median property price is £232,000 in Lindley area, with individual transactions ranging from £37,500 up to £1,650,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

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

Median sale price, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Lindley over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	Median £/m²	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	65	£390,000	£3,318	£224,600	£348,000	£425,000	£551,000
Flats	27	£142,500	£2,125	£59,000	£106,750	£174,000	£223,650
Semi-Detached	74	£252,000	£2,989	£183,000	£221,805	£275,750	£331,750
Terraced	92	£177,500	£2,315	£101,650	£147,000	£225,500	£280,000

10 years median price trend in Lindley

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/07/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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