HD2 1AN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ballroyd Road, 0.1km from Fartown Green in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Ashbrow ward and the Huddersfield constituency.
For renters and young professionals, HD2 1AN offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 51% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 60% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kirklees.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £80k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for HD2 1AN are sourced from Output Area E00055655 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BALLROYD ROAD, HD2 1AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BALLROYD ROAD, HD2 1AN.
299
35
£ 27,500 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HD2 1AN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
60% of HD2 1AN's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Average age 35 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD2 1AN. The average age is 35.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 75,000
11 sales · Mean £ 74,022
Semi-Detached
£ 60,000
1 sales · Mean £ 60,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around HD2 1AN is moderate at 60 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
North Huddersfield Trust School
Ashbrow School
Birkby Junior School
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary Academy
Fixby Junior and Infant School
Birkby Infant and Nursery School
Christ Church CE Academy
Brambles Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
30 nearby- Dubai Store0.9 km
- Home Bargains0.9 km
- Bridge Service Station1.0 km
- Fartown Grocers0.3 km
- Fartown Newsagents1.0 km
- + 25 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Magic Rock Tap Room and Brewery0.9 km
- Slubbers Arms0.9 km
- Harp Inn0.4 km
- Cowcliffe Liberal Club0.8 km
- Railway Inn0.5 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Cha Cha Chai HD1 Ltd0.8 km
- Saims1.0 km
- Cafe Celeste0.8 km
- Sharans Deli0.3 km
- Charmaines Carribean Cafe1.0 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
34 nearby- Baked0.9 km
- Kashmir Spice0.5 km
- Medina Bismillah0.3 km
- Alishaan1.0 km
- Anmol Sweet Centre0.8 km
- + 29 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Huddersfield1.8 km
- Deighton1.8 km
- Lockwood3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Fartown Green Rd Pollard Street0.1 km
- Fartown Green Rd Pollard Street0.1 km
- Fartown Green Road Alder St0.1 km
- Bradford Road Beverley Court0.2 km
- Frtown Green Road Leonard St0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HD21AN · Data under Open Government Licence