HD4 7AX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on West Ridge Drive, 0.2km from Taylor Hill in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Crosland Moor and Netherton ward and the Colne Valley constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in HD4, HD4 7AX offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% 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 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £400k.
Census 2021 statistics for HD4 7AX are sourced from Output Area E00055861 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST RIDGE DRIVE, HD4 7AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST RIDGE DRIVE, HD4 7AX.
319
47
£ 31,400 /yr
39%
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
HD4 7AX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 94% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD4 7AX. The average age is 47.4. 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 mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 390,000
5 sales · Mean £ 365,300
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HD4 7AX has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Moor End Academy
Beaumont Primary Academy
Oak CofE Primary School
South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School
Netherton Infant and Nursery School
Berry Brow Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- News & Booze0.9 km
- Hadfields Bakers0.9 km
- Dryclough Convenience Store0.9 km
- Go Local Extra0.9 km
- Moor End Stores1.0 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- The Kingfisher1.0 km
- I Taste0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Armitage Bridge Cricket Club0.9 km
- Armitage Bridge Monkey Club0.9 km
- The Sands House0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Friends of Beaumont Park0.1 km
- Millies Coffee Shop0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Berry Brow1.1 km
- Lockwood1.4 km
- Honley2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Foster Avenue Follett Ave0.3 km
- Balmoral Avenue Foster Ave0.3 km
- Foster Avenue Follett Ave0.3 km
- Balmoral Avenue Foster Ave0.3 km
- Beaumont Prk0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: HD47AX · Data under Open Government Licence