About Kirklees

Kirklees is a suburb located in Greater Manchester, England, within the BL8 postcode area. This area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing styles that reflect its development over the years. The local community is served by various amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, which cater to the needs of residents and visitors alike. Transport links in Kirklees are convenient, with access to main roads and public transport options that connect to nearby towns and the city centre of Manchester. The surrounding area offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with green spaces available for leisure and recreation. Overall, Kirklees provides a practical base for those looking to explore Greater Manchester while enjoying a suburban lifestyle.

School Ratings in Kirklees

Kirklees is served by 171 schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Kirklees

Property prices average £235K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £163K.

Deprivation and Employment in Kirklees

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Kirklees falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Kirklees

Most properties in Kirklees can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,164 sales

Average Price £235K
£175 — £1.96M
Detached £373K 1,325
Semi £225K 1,537
Terraced £163K 1,761
Flat £126K 279

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

108 Primary
18 Secondary
45 Other
The Elton High School Secondary Good 0.5 miles Tottington High School Secondary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Tottington Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury Primary Good 0.6 miles Old Hall Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Christ Church CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Elton Community Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Bury West & North Children's Centre Hub 0.8 miles Woodbank Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury Primary 0.9 miles Chantlers Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Lowercroft Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Kirklees IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Kirklees in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
8/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,460 Children (0-15) 18%
31,835 Working Age 59%
15,569 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.1% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bromley Cross (Lancs) Train Station 3.5 miles
Hall-I-Th-Wood Train Station 3.8 miles
Bolton Train Station 4.7 miles
Farnworth Train Station 4.8 miles
Entwistle Train Station 4.9 miles
Kearsley (Manchester) Train Station 4.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Tottington 0.6 miles Woolfold 0.6 miles Bolholt 0.6 miles Walshaw 0.9 miles Limefield 1.2 miles Four Lane Ends 1.2 miles Walmersley 1.4 miles Fernhill 1.4 miles Greenmount 1.4 miles Holcombe Brook 1.4 miles Starling 1.4 miles Summerseat 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Kirklees
Ward Birstall and Birkenshaw
Constituency Batley and Spen
Parish Kirklees, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in BL8 30 shown View all streets

A58 5 Abbey Drive 1 Acres Street 1 Adlington Close 1 Affetside Drive 1 Ainsdale Avenue 1 Ainsworth Road 18 Albemarle Place 1 Albion Court 1 Albion Street 1 Alcester Close 1 Alder Close 1 All Saints Place 1 Allen Street 1 Alston Street 1 Anderton Close 1 Annecy Close 1 Appleby Close 1 Arthur Street 1 Arundel Close 2 Ash Grove 1 Ashford Close 1 Ashington Drive 3 Ashwood Drive 2 Ashworth Street 2 Atherstone Close 1 Avallon Close 1 Back Ashworth Street 1 Back Bolton Road North 1 Back Bolton Road South 1

Postcodes in BL8 50 shown View all postcodes

BL8 1AA BL8 1AB BL8 1AE BL8 1AF BL8 1AH BL8 1AJ BL8 1AL BL8 1AN BL8 1AP BL8 1AQ BL8 1AR BL8 1AS BL8 1AT BL8 1AU BL8 1AW BL8 1AX BL8 1AY BL8 1AZ BL8 1BA BL8 1BB BL8 1BD BL8 1BE BL8 1BH BL8 1BJ BL8 1BN BL8 1BP BL8 1BR BL8 1BS BL8 1BT BL8 1BU BL8 1BX BL8 1BY BL8 1BZ BL8 1DA BL8 1DB BL8 1DD BL8 1DE BL8 1DH BL8 1DJ BL8 1DL BL8 1DN BL8 1DP BL8 1DQ BL8 1DR BL8 1DS BL8 1DT BL8 1DU BL8 1DW BL8 1DX BL8 1DY