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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 low deprivation and average crime levels, with around 90 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, about 20% below the Yorkshire and The Humber average of 113 per 1,000. Approximately 8.9% 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. The median sale price in Lindley is £232,500 (around £257 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £168,750 and £300,000. There are 6 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

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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

Median price: £232,500

Price per sq ft: £257

Sales (last 12 months): 248

Typical range (middle 50%): £169K – £300K

Based on 248 recent sales, the median property price is £232,500 (about £257 per square foot) in Lindley area, with individual transactions ranging from £37,500 up to £1,650,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Lindley over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	£/sq ft	P5	P25	P75	P95
Detached	59	£386,500	£313	£219,700	£349,500	£425,000	£575,000
Semi-Detached	80	£254,500	£274	£178,875	£220,000	£280,000	£343,725
Terraced	83	£173,000	£213	£105,000	£143,075	£226,500	£279,850
Flats	26	£137,475	£196	£84,175	£110,750	£171,250	£223,875

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Lindley

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Lindley.
Year	Detached	Flats	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£297,500	£104,500	£161,500	£115,000
2017	£284,995	£117,700	£169,975	£132,000
2018	£301,000	£110,000	£175,000	£131,000
2019	£299,995	£120,000	£185,000	£135,000
2020	£285,500	£98,500	£193,500	£130,500
2021	£333,000	£120,000	£210,975	£155,000
2022	£354,000	£130,000	£232,500	£161,350
2023	£375,000	£125,000	£228,500	£163,850
2024	£365,125	£130,000	£240,000	£165,000
2025	£393,750	£160,000	£245,000	£170,000
2026	£385,000	£129,950	£257,750	£171,500

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Lindley.
Year	Detached	Flats	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£236	£165	£189	£146
2017	£227	£172	£189	£161
2018	£232	£160	£198	£159
2019	£237	£165	£209	£166
2020	£243	£153	£210	£172
2021	£259	£173	£230	£180
2022	£286	£212	£250	£207
2023	£290	£181	£262	£203
2024	£291	£200	£263	£211
2025	£308	£230	£272	£209
2026	£317	£195	£280	£237

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Kirklees district.

Band A£1,627

Band B£1,899

Band C£2,170

Band D£2,441

Band E£2,984

Band F£3,526

Band G£4,068

Band H£4,882

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Lindley ward.

Local councillors

Ashleigh Robinson

Lindley - Elected 2 May 2024

Liberal Democrats

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Property prices in Lindley

Prices by property typelast 12 months

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Lindley

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

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