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Location in West YorkshireBatley Carr sits where the marker shows within the county.

43,562
Population
16,338
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£44,164
Avg. household income
1,536
Businesses
2,581
People per km²
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About Batley Carr

Batley Carr is a small settlement located in the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, England. It lies just to the west of the town of Batley and is part of the wider metropolitan area of Leeds. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of mid-20th-century housing and some older properties. The local environment is quiet and community-focused, with access to nearby green spaces and walking routes along the River Calder. The postcode area WF17 covers Batley Carr and surrounding neighbourhoods, providing a convenient postal address for residents. The area is well-connected by road, with the A640 passing close by, offering links to nearby towns and the M62 motorway. Batley Carr is known for its strong sense of local identity and proximity to amenities in Batley, including shops, schools, and public transport services.

School Ratings in Batley Carr

Batley Carr is served by 166 schools. Batley East Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 18 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Batley Carr

Property prices average £195K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £120K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Batley Carr

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Batley Carr, with 151 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Batley Carr

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Batley Carr 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.

Healthcare in Batley Carr

There are 44 GP surgeries within three miles of Batley Carr, the nearest being Mount Pleasant Med Centre (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Batley Carr

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Property Prices 4,482 sales

Average Price £195K
£210 , £16.98M
Detached £297K 728
Semi £179K 1,438
Terraced £120K 1,887
Flat £81K 158

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

101 Primary
17 Secondary
48 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 18
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the WF17 postcode area.

Staincliffe & Healey Children's Centre Good 0.2 miles Manorfield Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.2 miles Purlwell Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.3 miles Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School Primary Good 0.3 miles Hyrstmount Junior School Primary 0.4 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy Primary 0.5 miles Healey Junior Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.5 miles Carlton Junior and Infant School Primary Good 0.5 miles Cambridge Street School Not applicable Good 0.6 miles Warwick Road Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Batley Central Sure Start Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Batley East Children's Centre Outstanding 0.7 miles

Household Income in Batley Carr ONS 2023

The average total household income in Batley Carr is approximately £44,164 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,261. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Batley Carr £44,164
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £33,261.

Businesses in Batley Carr ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,536 active businesses based in Batley Carr, around 35 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 17 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,536 Total businesses
35 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 86%
Small, 10-49 12%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Batley Carr IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Batley Carr 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
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 22%
Working age 64%
Older 65+ 14%
9,651 Children (0-15) 22%
27,663 Working Age 64%
6,242 Older (65+) 14%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.6% 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

Crime in Batley Carr 805 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Batley Carr is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 316
Anti-Social Behaviour 151
Criminal Damage & Arson 72
Public Order 61
Vehicle Crime 44
Other Theft 41
Shoplifting 34
Drugs 26
Burglary 23
Other Crime 19
Weapons 9
Robbery 4
Theft from Person 4
Bicycle Theft 1
Local Policing
West Yorkshire Batley and Spen Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Batley Train Station 0.9 miles
Dewsbury Train Station 1.2 miles
Ravensthorpe Train Station 2.2 miles
Mirfield Train Station 3.1 miles
Morley Train Station 3.4 miles
Cottingley Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Staincliffe 0 yards Mount Pleasant 0 yards Clerk Green 0 yards Carlinghow 0.6 miles Dewsbury Moor 0.9 miles Crackenedge 0.9 miles Dewsbury 0.9 miles Batley 0.9 miles Healey 0.9 miles Heckmondwike 1.2 miles Hanging Heaton 1.2 miles Boothroyd 1.2 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Batley Carr

Of the 16,652 households in and around Batley Carr, 61% are owned, 20% are socially rented and 20% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 61% Social rented 20% Private rented 20%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Batley Carr.

Frequently Asked Questions about Batley Carr

What is the population of Batley Carr?
Batley Carr has a population of approximately 43,562 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Batley Carr?
The average property in and around Batley Carr sold for about £194,672, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 44% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Batley Carr a deprived area?
Batley Carr sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Batley Carr?
Batley Carr is covered by the WF17 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Batley Carr?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Batley Carr, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Batley Carr?
The nearest railway station to Batley Carr is Batley Train Station, about 0.9 miles away.

Streets in WF17 30 shown View all streets

A643 1 Abbey Road 3 Albert Close 1 Albion Street 2 Alder Mews 1 Aldersyde 1 Alexandra Avenue 1 Alexandra Road 1 Alfred Street 1 Almond Way 1 Amber Street 2 Anne Street 1 Apple Close 1 Arncliffe Gardens 1 Arncliffe Road 3 Arundel Walk 2 Ashcroft Close 1 Ashfield Road 2 Asquith Fields 1 Asquith Street 1 Aysgarth Road 1 Back Mount Avenue 1 Back Norfolk Street 2 Back Providence Street 2 Back Snowdon Street 2 Back Station Road 2 Balk Street 1 Bank Field Road 2 Bankfoot Street 1 Banks Street 3

Postcodes in WF17 50 shown View all postcodes

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