Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

WOODHOUSE HILL, HD2 1DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODHOUSE HILL, HD2 1DL.

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Population

412

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 27,500 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: HD2 1DL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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8/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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4/10
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Area Character

HD2 1DL has a highly multicultural community character — 59% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

HD2 1DL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Woodhouse Hill, 0.3km from Woodhouse Hill in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Ashbrow ward and the Huddersfield constituency.

HD2 1DL is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 33 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. The area has a notably diverse population — 59% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kirklees.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £133k, 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 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00055653 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD2 1DL. The average age is 32.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British41.2%
Asian / British Asian28.7%
Black / African / Caribbean19.0%
Other / Mixed11.1%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

£ 91,250

10 sales · Mean £ 94,050

Semi-Detached

£ 166,750

6 sales · Mean £ 158,250

Detached

£ 97,000

1 sales · Mean £ 97,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around HD2 1DL is moderate at 51 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.

Violence and sexual offences131
Public order17
Criminal damage and arson15
Other theft15
Vehicle crime13

school Local Schools

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North Huddersfield Trust School

Good899 pupils0.2 km
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Ashbrow School

Requires Improvement434 pupils0.5 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary Academy

Good222 pupils0.7 km
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Birkby Junior School

Good566 pupils1.0 km
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Christ Church CE Academy

Good213 pupils1.1 km
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Fixby Junior and Infant School

Good302 pupils1.2 km
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All Saints Catholic College

Good886 pupils1.5 km
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Birkby Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding488 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Canalside Sports Complex0.9 km
  • Burger King Unit H10.9 km
  • Mumbai Spice0.8 km
  • Socco0.9 km
  • Starbucks Unit J10.9 km
  • + 9 more
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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Bargain Local0.9 km
  • B & M Retail0.9 km
  • Dixons Milk Ices1.0 km
  • Greggs Unit J30.9 km
  • Javid General Grocers1.0 km
  • + 13 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Bradley Mills Cricket And Bowling Club0.9 km
  • Harp Inn0.7 km
  • Cowcliffe Liberal Club1.0 km
  • Railway Inn0.8 km
  • The Peacock1.0 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Shaf's Spice0.7 km
  • Wan's Chinese Take Away0.5 km
  • Subway Unit J20.9 km
  • YOH Burger & Desserts1.0 km
  • Baked1.0 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Asda0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Deighton1.5 km
  • Huddersfield2.0 km
  • Lockwood3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Woodhouse Hill Woodhouse Avenue0.1 km
  • Woodhouse Hill Woodhouse Hill Road0.1 km
  • Woodhouse Hill Blackhouse Road0.1 km
  • Fartown Green Road Alder St0.2 km
  • Woodhouse Hill Central Avenue0.2 km