//
Outdoor Spaces
Allotments
Play Space
Golf Course
Public Park
Tennis Court
Bowling Green
Playing FieldLocal Amenities
Pubs & Bars
Restaurants & Cafes
Retail Shopping
Supermarkets
Takeaways| Council | Kirklees |
| Crime Rate | Above Average for a Yorkshire and the Humber town 21% above the national average. |
| Demographics | 👶 Young Families😔 High Unemployment |
AllotmentsPlay SpaceGolf CoursePublic ParkTennis CourtBowling GreenPlaying FieldPubs & BarsRestaurants & CafesRetail ShoppingSupermarketsTakeaways
The average house price in Dewsbury is £179,556, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Dewsbury house price trends over the last 30 years.
£179,556
£297,275
£96,901
£195,158
£145,791
Is Dewsbury a nice place to live?
Dewsbury is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area.
How safe is Dewsbury?
Dewsbury has an above average crime rate for a Yorkshire and the Humber town, with around 90 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 21% above the national average, and about average for West Yorkshire.
What are the best schools in Dewsbury?
Dewsbury has 96 schools nearby. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Diamond Wood Community Academy and Ravensthorpe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School. Note: 11 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Dewsbury?
The majority of residents in Dewsbury identify as White (British) (56%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (83%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.