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About Merchant Fields
Merchant Fields is located in West Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area BD19. This area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of modern housing and traditional properties. The surrounding landscape includes green spaces and parks, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and leisurely walks.
Local amenities are within easy reach, including shops, schools, and community facilities. The area is well-connected by public transport, making it convenient for commuting to nearby towns and cities. Residents can enjoy a sense of community, with various events and activities often taking place throughout the year. Merchant Fields offers a practical and comfortable living environment for families and individuals alike.
School Ratings in Merchant Fields
Merchant Fields is served by 241 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Merchant Fields
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 Merchant Fields
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Merchant Fields, with 47 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Merchant Fields
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Merchant Fields 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 Merchant Fields
There are 22 GP surgeries within three miles of Merchant Fields, the nearest being Cleckheaton Group Practice (0.7 miles away).
Local Data for Merchant Fields
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Property Prices 3,532 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the BD19 postcode area.
Household Income in Merchant Fields ONS 2023
The average total household income in Merchant Fields 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.
Net (after tax) household income averages £35,482.
Businesses in Merchant Fields ONS 2025
There are approximately 955 active businesses based in Merchant Fields, 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.
Deprivation and Employment in Merchant Fields IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Merchant Fields 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.
Crime in Merchant Fields 340 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Merchant Fields 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Merchant Fields
Of the 11,126 households in and around Merchant Fields, 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%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Merchant Fields.