HD3 3BA is a mixed residential area on Occupation Road, 0.3km from Oakes in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Lindley ward and the Colne Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, HD3 3BA represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. By day, the area transitions to a healthcare and public administration character: major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £371k.
Census 2021 statistics for HD3 3BA are sourced from Output Area E00056488 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OCCUPATION ROAD, HD3 3BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OCCUPATION ROAD, HD3 3BA.
334
41
£ 38,200 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 41, HD3 3BA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD3 3BA. The average age is 41.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 371,000
1 sales · Mean £ 371,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around HD3 3BA is moderate at 61 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Lindley Junior School
Lindley Church of England Infant School
Reinwood Community Junior School
Reinwood Infant and Nursery School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy
Paddock Junior Infant and Nursery School
Royds Hall, A Share Academy
Salendine Nook High School Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Lindley Newsagents0.4 km
- Costcutter0.6 km
- Lindley Fine Foods t/a Larder0.9 km
- Londis0.6 km
- Hadfields Bakers0.8 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- The Bay Horse0.4 km
- Lindley Working Mens Club0.9 km
- Marsh Conservative Club0.7 km
- Marsh Liberal Club0.5 km
- Lindley Liberal Club0.4 km
- + 10 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Beauty and The Barista0.4 km
- Tapian Thai Takeaway0.8 km
- At Home in Lindley0.7 km
- Caffe Dolce Vita0.7 km
- Lindleys Delicatesson0.7 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- Fernando's0.8 km
- Foxys Sandwich Bar0.6 km
- Hot Shot Pizza0.6 km
- New Hey Road Fisheries0.6 km
- Piccola Taverna0.4 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsburys Local0.4 km
- The Co Operative Food0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Manor House Lindley0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Huddersfield2.2 km
- Lockwood2.5 km
- Berry Brow4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Occupation Road0.0 km
- Occupation Rd Victoria Street0.2 km
- Acre Street0.3 km
- Acre Street0.3 km
- Acre Street Union St0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: HD33BA · Data under Open Government Licence