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About

Newsome ward lies in the southern outskirts of Huddersfield, characterised by residential streets that climb the hillside towards open green spaces. The area includes the Newsome Mills complex, a former textile mill site that has been redeveloped for modern business use, representing the area's industrial heritage. The local community is active, with several community gardens and projects focused on sustainability and local food production.

The ward's elevated position offers views across the Huddersfield area, with Newsome Scout Wood and surrounding fields providing accessible green land. It is served by local shops and amenities along Newsome Road. The area maintains a distinct village-like atmosphere despite its proximity to the larger town centre, with a strong network of local groups and organisations.

Area overview

On average Newsome has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 295 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Newsome is £41,541 per year. There are 12 schools in Newsome: 6 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Newsome is home to around 18,669 people, with a population density of about 2,229.0 per km2.

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

295

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Newsome Population

18,669

Population density

2,229 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

137.5(+216%)

Public order

41.83(+366%)

Shoplifting

29.46(+241%)

Drugs

25.44(+642%)

Other theft

24.8(+273%)

Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

British

11,467

61.43%

Pakistani

1,677

8.98%

Other White

1,058

5.67%

African

809

4.33%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

560

Total population: 18,668

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

4,796

30.17%

Level 3 (A level)

3,671

23.1%

No qualifications

3,000

18.87%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,753

11.03%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

1,358

8.54%

Total 16+ residents: 15,895

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

2,144

26.83%

Owns outright

1,940

24.28%

Owns with a mortgage

1,499

18.76%

Social rents from council

1,480

18.52%

Other social rented

689

8.62%

Total households: 7,990

Property prices in Newsome

Based on 124 recent sales, the median property price is £142,500 in Newsome area, with individual transactions ranging from £48,000 up to £750,000.

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 Newsome over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	20	£317,500	£199,500	£271,688	£417,500	£507,750
Flats	16	£122,500	£63,250	£74,750	£130,000	£145,000
Semi-Detached	21	£158,000	£84,000	£132,000	£215,000	£260,000
Terraced	67	£130,000	£67,200	£111,000	£178,000	£248,500

10 years median price trend in Newsome

Data Sources

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

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

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