Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

HD2 2NW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HD2 2NW.

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Population

279

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 45,900 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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7/10
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8/10
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7/10
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1/10
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7/10
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9/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. HD2 2NW's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership, and £484k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £484k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

HD2 2NW is a sought-after residential area located 0.2km from Top of Cowcliffe in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Ashbrow ward and the Huddersfield constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in HD2, HD2 2NW offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £484k.

Census 2021 statistics for HD2 2NW are sourced from Output Area E00055649 (shared with 9 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 2NW. The average age is 49.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.7%
Asian / British Asian5.4%
Black / African / Caribbean5.1%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 484,250

2 sales · Mean £ 484,250

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

HD2 2NW has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences28
Burglary5
Public order4
Vehicle crime4
Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

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Fixby Junior and Infant School

Good302 pupils1.0 km
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St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy

Good420 pupils1.1 km
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Birkby Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding488 pupils1.1 km
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Birkby Junior School

Good566 pupils1.2 km
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Ashbrow School

Requires Improvement434 pupils1.5 km
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North Huddersfield Trust School

Good899 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Huddersfield Golf Club0.6 km
  • Cowcliffe Liberal Club0.5 km
  • Oakfield Tennis And Bowling Club0.7 km
  • Shepherds Arms0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Poplar Stores0.7 km
  • Sumner Off Licence0.5 km
  • Williamson Newsagents0.5 km
  • Bismillah Halal Meat1.0 km
  • Mash'Allah1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Multans Street Food1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • New Sanams Ltd0.9 km
  • Sajan Sweet Centre And Takeaway1.0 km
  • The Belgian Waffle Company1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Huddersfield2.2 km
  • Deighton2.9 km
  • Lockwood3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Shepherds Arms PH0.3 km
  • Shepherds Arms PH0.3 km
  • Cowcliffe Hill Road Birklands Rd0.4 km
  • Cowcliffe Hill Road0.4 km
  • York Avenue Cowcliffe Hill Rd0.4 km