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.
HD2 2NW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HD2 2NW.
279
49
£ 45,900 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Fixby Junior and Infant School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy
Birkby Infant and Nursery School
Birkby Junior School
Ashbrow School
North Huddersfield Trust School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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, Cafe
1 nearby- Multans Street Food1.0 km
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
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Postcode Profile: HD22NW · Data under Open Government Licence