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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St Peter's Street
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John William Street
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Northumberland Street
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Kirkgate
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Lord Street
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Paddock & Greenhead
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New Street
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Chapel Hill
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Longroyd Lane
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Queen Elizabeth Gardens
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Queens Mill Road
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Lawton Street
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Fair Lea Road
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Malvern Road
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Wood Lane
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Daisy Royd
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High Lane
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Sunny Brow
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Hall Cross Road
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King Street
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Queensgate
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Albion Street
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Chapel Hill
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Albert Street
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Garden Street
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Elmwood Avenue
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Queens Mill Road
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Scar Grove
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Moss Street
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Birch Road
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Calder Drive
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Mansion Gardens
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Broadgate Crescent
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Longley Road
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Northumberland Street
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Lord Street
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Huddersfield Leeds Road & Fartown
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New North Parade
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Oldgate
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Lockwood Scar
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Lockwood Scar
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Lake View
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Chestnut Close
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Netherton & South Crosland
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Hey Lane
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Aspley, Longley & University
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Aspley, Longley & University
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High Street
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Graham Street
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Paddock & Greenhead
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Fox Street
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Cable Street
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Commercial Street
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Bankfield Road
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Albert Street
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Henry Street
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Bow Street
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Northumberland Street
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Cambridge Road
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Highfields Road
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Oldgate
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Northumberland Street
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Whitehead Lane
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Heppenstall Street
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Bent Street
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Bankfield Park Avenue
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High Street
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Outcote Bank
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Railway Street
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St George's Square
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Brook Street
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High Street
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Albion Street
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King Street
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Queen Street
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Sand Street
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Carforth Street
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Crowther Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.