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Location in West YorkshireDewsbury Moor sits where the marker shows within the county.

30,327
Population
9,967
Households
2 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
165
Schools nearby
£44,058
Avg. household income
991
Businesses
3,791
People per km²
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About Dewsbury Moor

Dewsbury Moor is located in West Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area WF13. 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, making it a convenient place for families and individuals alike.

The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with several green spaces nearby. Dewsbury Moor is well-connected by public transport, providing easy access to the larger towns and cities in West Yorkshire. The area is also close to the M62 motorway, facilitating travel to other regions in England. Overall, Dewsbury Moor presents a practical living environment with essential services and good transport links.

School Ratings in Dewsbury Moor

Families in Dewsbury Moor have access to 165 local schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Dewsbury Moor

Homes sell for an average of £153K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £115K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Dewsbury Moor

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Dewsbury Moor, with 122 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Dewsbury Moor

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Dewsbury Moor within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Healthcare in Dewsbury Moor

There are 44 GP surgeries within three miles of Dewsbury Moor, the nearest being Healds Road Surgery (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Dewsbury Moor

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Property Prices 2,279 sales

Average Price £153K
£250 , £11.69M
Detached £246K 215
Semi £150K 552
Terraced £115K 1,003
Flat £70K 296

Schools & Education 165 within 5 miles View all schools

99 Primary
19 Secondary
47 Other
Good 11
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the WF13 postcode area.

Ethos College Not applicable 0.2 miles Dewsbury Moor & Scout Hill Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles Westmoor Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy Primary 0.6 miles Westborough High School Secondary Good 0.6 miles St John?s CE Primary School Primary 0.6 miles St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Secondary 0.7 miles Heckmondwike Primary Academy Primary 0.7 miles Staincliffe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School Primary Good 0.7 miles Heckmondwike Grammar School Secondary Good 0.7 miles Manorfield Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.8 miles Brian Jackson College Not applicable Good 0.8 miles

Household Income in Dewsbury Moor ONS 2023

The average total household income in Dewsbury Moor is approximately £44,058 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,055. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Dewsbury Moor £44,058
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £33,055.

Businesses in Dewsbury Moor ONS 2025

There are approximately 991 active businesses based in Dewsbury Moor, around 33 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

991 Total businesses
33 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Dewsbury Moor IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Dewsbury Moor experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
2/10
Income
2/10
Employment
3/10
Education
2/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 26%
Working age 64%
Older 65+ 10%
7,993 Children (0-15) 26%
19,494 Working Age 64%
2,841 Older (65+) 9%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 56.5% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 36.4% 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 Dewsbury Moor 809 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Dewsbury Moor are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 286
Anti-Social Behaviour 122
Public Order 71
Criminal Damage & Arson 67
Other Theft 67
Vehicle Crime 44
Drugs 42
Shoplifting 42
Other Crime 34
Burglary 16
Weapons 9
Robbery 4
Theft from Person 3
Bicycle Theft 2
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Dewsbury Train Station 1.3 miles
Ravensthorpe Train Station 1.6 miles
Batley Train Station 1.7 miles
Mirfield Train Station 2.3 miles
Deighton Train Station 4.3 miles
Morley Train Station 4.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Staincliffe 0.9 miles Mount Pleasant 0.9 miles Batley Carr 0.9 miles Clerk Green 0.9 miles Boothroyd 0.9 miles Heckmondwike 0.9 miles Norristhorpe 1.2 miles Crackenedge 1.2 miles Dewsbury 1.2 miles Healey 1.2 miles Ravensthorpe 1.2 miles Liversedge 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Kirklees
Ward Dewsbury East
Constituency Dewsbury
Parish Kirklees, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Dewsbury Moor

Of the 10,268 households in and around Dewsbury Moor, 52% are owned, 23% are socially rented and 25% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 52% Social rented 23% Private rented 25%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Dewsbury Moor.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dewsbury Moor

What is the population of Dewsbury Moor?
Dewsbury Moor has a population of approximately 30,327 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Dewsbury Moor?
The average property in and around Dewsbury Moor sold for about £153,271, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 56% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Dewsbury Moor a deprived area?
Dewsbury Moor sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 2 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Dewsbury Moor?
Dewsbury Moor is covered by the WF13 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Dewsbury Moor?
There are 165 schools within 5 miles of Dewsbury Moor, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Dewsbury Moor?
The nearest railway station to Dewsbury Moor is Dewsbury Train Station, about 1.3 miles away.

Streets in WF13 30 shown View all streets

Aire Street 1 Albion Street 1 Alexandra Crescent 1 Anroyd Street 1 Armitage Street 1 Ashworth Close 1 Ashworth Gardens 1 Ashworth Green 2 Ashworth Road 1 Aspen Grove 1 Back Gladstone Street 1 Back Nelson Street 3 Back Ravens Street 1 Back Webster Street 1 Barber Walk 1 Barley Croft 1 Bath Street 3 Battye Street 6 Beacon Street 2 Beckett Crescent 1 Beckett Grove 1 Beckett Lane 2 Beckett Nook 1 Beckett Road 3 Beckett Walk 1 Beech Walk 1 Bell Street 1 Birkdale Grove 1 Birkdale Road 2 Blenheim Drive 1

Postcodes in WF13 50 shown View all postcodes

WF13 1AA WF13 1AB WF13 1AE WF13 1AG WF13 1AJ WF13 1AL WF13 1AR WF13 1AS WF13 1AT WF13 1AU WF13 1AW WF13 1AX WF13 1AZ WF13 1BB WF13 1BD WF13 1BE WF13 1BG WF13 1BH WF13 1BL WF13 1BN WF13 1BQ WF13 1BW WF13 1DB WF13 1DD WF13 1DF WF13 1DH WF13 1DL WF13 1DN WF13 1DQ WF13 1DS WF13 1DT WF13 1DU WF13 1DW WF13 1DX WF13 1DZ WF13 1EA WF13 1EL WF13 1EN WF13 1EP WF13 1FF WF13 1HB WF13 1HD WF13 1HF WF13 1HL WF13 1HN WF13 1HX WF13 1JA WF13 1JF WF13 1JH WF13 1JJ