Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

OCCUPATION ROAD, HD3 3BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OCCUPATION ROAD, HD3 3BA.

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Population

334

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 38,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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4/10
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8/10
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8/10
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4/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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3/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British79.6%
Asian / British Asian13.4%
Black / African / Caribbean3.6%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences107
Shoplifting69
Public order34
Other theft19
Criminal damage and arson13

school Local Schools

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Lindley Junior School

Outstanding495 pupils0.8 km
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Lindley Church of England Infant School

Good360 pupils0.8 km
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Reinwood Community Junior School

Good387 pupils0.9 km
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Reinwood Infant and Nursery School

Good320 pupils0.9 km
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St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy

Good420 pupils1.0 km
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Paddock Junior Infant and Nursery School

Good368 pupils1.4 km
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Royds Hall, A Share Academy

Inadequate1227 pupils1.4 km
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Salendine Nook High School Academy

Good1386 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

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

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
fastfood

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
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Sainsburys Local0.4 km
  • The Co Operative Food0.8 km
  • Tesco Express0.6 km
hotel

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