| Council | Kirklees |
| Crime Rate | ✓average |
| Demographics | 👶 Young Families😔 High Unemployment |
£161,967
£283,750
£73,075
£186,884
£139,846
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 average crime rate of 127.6 crimes per 1,000 people, similar to most areas. Crime hotspots have been reported near Westgate and Aldams Road, as reported by West Yorkshire Police.
What are the best schools in Dewsbury?
Dewsbury has 90 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools include Roberttown Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School, The Morley Academy, Jerry Clay Academy. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include The Mirfield Free Grammar and Battyeford CofE (VC) Primary School. Note: 7 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.