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Ravensthorpe

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Kirklees / Ravensthorpe

About

Ravensthorpe is a residential area located in Kirklees, West Yorkshire. It sits approximately 3 miles southeast of Huddersfield town centre. The area is primarily made up of terraced housing, with some semi-detached and council properties. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs.

The area is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes linking it to nearby towns like Dewsbury and Huddersfield. Ravensthorpe has a mix of green spaces, including playing fields and smaller parks. The nearby River Calder runs along the edge of the area, providing a natural boundary. Industrial estates on the outskirts offer some employment opportunities for residents.

Area overview

On average Ravensthorpe has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 110 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ravensthorpe is £29,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Ravensthorpe: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
110
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
19.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ravensthorpe Population
8,851
Population density
3,663 per km²

Demographics

Pakistani
5,355
60.49%
British
1,671
18.87%
Indian
465
5.25%
Other White
423
4.78%
Other Asian
240
2.71%
Total population: 8,853

Housing

Owns outright
699
26.48%
Owns with a mortgage
691
26.17%
Private landlord or letting agency
554
20.98%
Social rents from council
407
15.42%
Other social rented
180
6.82%
Total households: 2,640

Property prices in Ravensthorpe

Based on 39 recent sales, the median property price is £109,000 in Ravensthorpe area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £280,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£210,000
Flats1£60,000
Semi-Detached8£135,000
Terraced28£102,000

10 years price trend in Ravensthorpe

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.