Newsome is a ward in the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, located south of Huddersfield town center. The area includes residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and local amenities. It is bordered by Almondbury, Lockwood, and Berry Brow, with the A616 passing through the ward. Newsome has a mix of housing, from terraced homes to larger properties, catering to different demographics.
The ward features several parks, including Newsome Recreation Ground and Greenhead Park, providing outdoor spaces for recreation. Local schools, such as Newsome Academy, serve the community, while small businesses and shops line parts of Newsome Road. Public transport links connect the area to Huddersfield and surrounding districts. Newsome also has a strong community presence, with groups and events organized by residents. The ward maintains a balance between urban convenience and suburban quietness.
On average Newsome has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 244 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Newsome is £31,374 per year. There are 12 schools in Newsome: 6 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 118 recent sales, the median property price is £160,000 in Newsome area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £495,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 12 | £305,000 |
| Flats | 10 | £104,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 39 | £180,000 |
| Terraced | 57 | £130,000 |
10 years price trend in Newsome
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Albert Street
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Northumberland Street
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Greenwood Street
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Emmanuel Terrace
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Ashenhurst Rise
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Back Armitage Road
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Caldercliffe Road
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Poplar Street
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John William Street
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Railway Street
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Kirkgate
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Brooks Yard
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Chapel Hill
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Northumberland Street
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Northumberland Street
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Low Road
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Woodhead Road
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Bankfield Terrace
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Albert Street
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Northumberland Street
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Temple Close
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Westgate
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Northumberland Street
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Cloth Hall Street
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Queensgate
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Cornrace View
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Albert Street
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Water Street
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Church Lane
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Park Lane
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Smithy Lane
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Poplar Street
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New Street
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New Street
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Upperhead Row
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Crowther Street
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Longroyd Lane
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Bankfield Road
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Albany Street
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Back Spring Street
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Greenhead Road
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Greenhead Road
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Northumberland Street
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Cross Lane
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Water Street
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Chapel Street
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Priestley Grove
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Castle Avenue
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Jackroyd Lane
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Birch Road
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Low Road
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Smithy Lane
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Lowerhouses Lane
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Kilburn Close
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Byram Street
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Brook Street
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St George's Square
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Beast Market
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Market Street
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Commercial Street
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Albert Street
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Fitzwilliam Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.