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Mirfield Central & Hopton

About

Mirfield Central & Hopton is a distinct area within the larger town of Mirfield, situated in the Kirklees district. The central part is defined by its position near the River Calder and the Calder and Hebble Navigation canal, with the railway line serving as a key transport link. Hopton forms a more residential segment to the southeast, characterised by its own local facilities and community focus.

The area's landscape is marked by the transition from the central valley to the rising ground of Hopton. A notable local landmark is Hopton Hall, a historic country house with grounds that contribute to the area's green spaces. The parish church of St Mary's, with its prominent spire, is a central feature overlooking the town from its hillside position.

Area overview

On average Mirfield Central & Hopton has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 73 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Mirfield Central & Hopton is £47,547 per year. There are 3 schools in Mirfield Central & Hopton: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Mirfield Central & Hopton is home to around 6,930 people, with a population density of about 885.7 per km2.

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Mirfield Central & Hopton Population

6,930

Population density

885.7 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

39.54(-11%)

Public order

6.49(-27%)

Criminal damage and arson

6.35(-26%)

Anti-social behaviour

6.35(-56%)

Burglary

5.63(+10%)

Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

British

6,418

92.55%

Pakistani

101

1.46%

Other White

0.98%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.88%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.76%

Total population: 6,935

Economics

Level 4+ (Degree)

1,960

33.65%

Level 3 (A level)

1,080

18.54%

No qualifications

970

16.66%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

800

13.74%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

472

8.1%

Total 16+ residents: 5,824

Housing

Owns outright

1,177

36.23%

Owns with a mortgage

1,034

31.83%

Private landlord or letting agency

511

15.73%

Social rents from council

334

10.28%

Other social rented

117

3.6%

Total households: 3,249

Property prices in Mirfield Central & Hopton

Based on 108 recent sales, the median property price is £236,000 in Mirfield Central & Hopton area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £875,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Mirfield Central & Hopton over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	11	£75,000	£55,500	£64,000	£102,500	£178,000
Terraced	27	£177,000	£114,550	£149,750	£225,500	£291,100
Semi-Detached	32	£230,000	£169,400	£192,155	£273,750	£360,250
Detached	38	£364,000	£236,400	£280,500	£433,000	£756,000

10 years median price trend in Mirfield Central & Hopton

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

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

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Area Profile

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Crime per 1,000 population

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Economics

Education (age 16+)

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