HD3 3BD is a mixed residential area on Occupation Road, 0.5km from Oakes in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Lindley ward and the Colne Valley constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £362k.
Census 2021 statistics for HD3 3BD are sourced from Output Area E00056488 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OCCUPATION ROAD, HD3 3BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OCCUPATION ROAD, HD3 3BD.
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 3BD 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 3BD. 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
£ 362,500
2 sales · Mean £ 362,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around HD3 3BD is moderate at 69 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
Salendine Nook High School Academy
Paddock Junior Infant and Nursery School
Royds Hall, A Share Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Lindley Newsagents0.4 km
- Costcutter0.5 km
- Lindley Fine Foods t/a Larder0.7 km
- Londis0.5 km
- 81 Lidget Street0.6 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- The Bay Horse0.4 km
- Lindley Working Mens Club0.7 km
- Croppers Arms0.9 km
- Lindley Liberal Club0.3 km
- The Black Horse0.3 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Beauty and The Barista0.5 km
- Tapian Thai Takeaway0.9 km
- At Home in Lindley0.5 km
- Caffe Dolce Vita0.6 km
- Lindleys Delicatesson0.6 km
- + 13 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Fernando's0.7 km
- Foxys Sandwich Bar0.5 km
- Hot Shot Pizza0.5 km
- New Hey Road Fisheries0.5 km
- Piccola Taverna0.4 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsburys Local0.3 km
- The Co Operative Food0.9 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Manor House Lindley0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Huddersfield2.3 km
- Lockwood2.6 km
- Berry Brow4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Occupation Rd Victoria Street0.1 km
- Acre Street Union St0.2 km
- Acre Street Union St0.2 km
- Occupation Road0.2 km
- Acre Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HD33BD · Data under Open Government Licence