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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 89 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
89
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
8.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lindley Population
20,430
Population density
2,882.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
46.7(+7%)
Public order
8.86(-1%)
Other theft
7.93(+19%)
Anti-social behaviour
7.88(-43%)
Vehicle crime
5.87(+5%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

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

Education (age 16+)

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

Housing tenure

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 236 recent sales, the median property price is £234,500 in Lindley area, with individual transactions ranging from £38,000 up to £670,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Lindley 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 Lindley over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached52£388,250
Flats30£163,750
Semi-Detached75£250,000
Terraced79£175,000

10 years median price trend in Lindley

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

Data Sources

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