HD8 is a postcode district in Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber, covering 937 active and 270 retired postcodes.
The largest share of HD8 (24%) is characterised by a settled suburban family area with high owner-occupation and stability, alongside a rural commuter area popular with professional households (10%). This mix of 8 distinct neighbourhood types makes HD8 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in HD8 are around £317k, up 11.1% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across HD8 at 146 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. An average age of 45 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full HD8 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
HD8 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the HD8 postcode area.
33,661
45
£ 44,000 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
HD8 is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 80% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £317k. Property prices are trending up 11.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Emley First School
Shepley First School
Rowley Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School
Denby Dale First and Nursery School
Highburton Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School
Cumberworth Church of England Voluntary Aided First School
Denby Church of England Voluntary Aided First School
Kirkburton Church of England Voluntary Aided First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
36 nearby- Premier
- Clayton West Village Stores
- David Gawthorpe Butchers
- Denby Dale News
- Dene Filling Station
- + 31 more
Pub, NightClub
49 nearby- 315 Bar And Restaurant
- Afc Emley
- Beechfield Inn
- Black Bull
- Clayton West Cricket Club
- + 44 more
Restaurant, Cafe
35 nearby- Adoro Ltd
- Brew Coffee Shop
- Cakeys Ltd
- Gordon & Franks Coffee House
- Grow Green Deli & Eatery
- + 30 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Express
- The Co Operative Food
- The Co Opertative Food
Takeaway Shop
35 nearby- BBQ Base
- Bella Dale
- Beyond The Mill
- Bread and Butter
- Bubble & Squeak
- + 30 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Bagden Hall Hotel
- Manor Mill Cottage
- The Three Acres Inn & Restaurant
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