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25,199
Population
9,648
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£47,613
Avg. household income
955
Businesses
1,855
People per km²
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About Hightown Heights

Hightown Heights is located in West Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area BD19. This area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of modern homes and older properties. The local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, making it a practical choice for families and individuals alike. The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with nearby walking paths and green spaces.

Transport links are accessible, with regular bus services connecting Hightown Heights to nearby towns and cities. The community is served by local schools, providing educational options for families. Overall, Hightown Heights presents a convenient and comfortable living environment for those looking to settle in West Yorkshire.

School Ratings in Hightown Heights

Hightown Heights is served by 221 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hightown Heights

Property prices average £225K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £141K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hightown Heights

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Hightown Heights, with 36 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hightown Heights

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hightown Heights 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 Hightown Heights

There are 27 GP surgeries within three miles of Hightown Heights, the nearest being Parkview Surgery (1 miles away).

Local Data for Hightown Heights

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Property Prices 3,532 sales

Average Price £225K
£125 , £8.88M
Detached £336K 811
Semi £187K 1,140
Terraced £141K 1,184
Flat £123K 234

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

127 Primary
25 Secondary
69 Other
Good 6
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BD19 postcode area.

Liversedge Children's Centre 0.3 miles High Bank Junior Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.3 miles Hightown Junior Infant & Nursery School Primary Good 0.6 miles Hightown Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Whitcliffe Mount, A Share Academy Secondary 0.8 miles Whitechapel Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Scholes Village Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Cleckheaton Childrens Centre 1.2 miles Howard Park Community School Primary Good 1.2 miles Hartshead Junior and Infant School Primary 1.3 miles St John's (CofE) Primary Academy, Clifton Primary 1.3 miles Roberttown CofE Primary School Primary 1.5 miles

Household Income in Hightown Heights ONS 2023

The average total household income in Hightown Heights is approximately £47,613 a year before tax, 14% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,482. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Hightown Heights £47,613
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,482.

Businesses in Hightown Heights ONS 2025

There are approximately 955 active businesses based in Hightown Heights, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% 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.

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

Deprivation and Employment in Hightown Heights IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hightown Heights 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 20%
4,695 Children (0-15) 19%
15,406 Working Age 61%
5,101 Older (65+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.5% 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 Hightown Heights 310 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Hightown Heights 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 112
Anti-Social Behaviour 36
Public Order 31
Vehicle Crime 24
Criminal Damage & Arson 19
Other Theft 19
Burglary 17
Shoplifting 17
Drugs 11
Other Crime 10
Weapons 8
Theft from Person 3
Robbery 2
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

Brighouse Train Station 2.1 miles
Low Moor Train Station 2.4 miles
Deighton Train Station 3.4 miles
Mirfield Train Station 3.5 miles
Ravensthorpe Train Station 4.3 miles
Batley Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hartshead Moor Side 0 yards Hightown 0.6 miles Hartshead Moor Top 0.9 miles Scholes 0.9 miles West End 0.9 miles Cleckheaton 0.9 miles Birkhouse 1.2 miles Rawfolds 1.2 miles Thornhills 1.4 miles Lower Wyke 1.4 miles Spen 1.4 miles Hartshead 1.4 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Hightown Heights

Of the 11,126 households in and around Hightown Heights, 68% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 12% Private rented 19%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Hightown Heights.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hightown Heights

What is the population of Hightown Heights?
Hightown Heights has a population of approximately 25,199 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Hightown Heights?
The average property in and around Hightown Heights sold for about £225,499, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 35% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Hightown Heights a deprived area?
Hightown Heights sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Hightown Heights?
Hightown Heights is covered by the BD19 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Hightown Heights?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Hightown Heights, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Hightown Heights?
The nearest railway station to Hightown Heights is Brighouse Train Station, about 2.1 miles away.

Streets in BD19 30 shown View all streets

A649 1 Acer Way 1 Albert Street 1 Albion Street 2 Alice Street 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Street 1 Ashbourne Avenue 2 Ashbourne Croft 1 Ashbourne Drive 4 Ashbourne Gardens 1 Ashbourne View 1 Ashbourne Way 1 Aspen Close 1 Balme Road 2 Bank Street 1 Barrington Parade 1 Bath Place 1 Bath Road 1 Bawson Court 1 Beatrice Street 1 Beech Grove 2 Beechfield Terrace 1 Birkby Lane 1 Birkett Street 2 Blacup Moor View 1 Bleak Street 1 Bleak Street Lower 1 Bookers Field 1 Booth Street 2

Postcodes in BD19 50 shown View all postcodes

BD19 3AA BD19 3AD BD19 3AF BD19 3AG BD19 3AH BD19 3AJ BD19 3AL BD19 3AN BD19 3AP BD19 3AQ BD19 3AR BD19 3AS BD19 3AT BD19 3AU BD19 3AW BD19 3AY BD19 3AZ BD19 3BA BD19 3BB BD19 3BD BD19 3BE BD19 3BG BD19 3BH BD19 3BJ BD19 3BN BD19 3BP BD19 3BQ BD19 3BS BD19 3BT BD19 3BU BD19 3BW BD19 3BX BD19 3BY BD19 3DA BD19 3DB BD19 3DD BD19 3DE BD19 3DF BD19 3DG BD19 3DH BD19 3DJ BD19 3DL BD19 3DN BD19 3DP BD19 3DQ BD19 3DR BD19 3DS BD19 3DT BD19 3DU BD19 3DW