HD5 0AA is a safe, established residential area on Woodford Drive, 0.3km from Waterloo in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Dalton ward and the Huddersfield constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £183k.
Census 2021 statistics for HD5 0AA are sourced from Output Area E00055895 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODFORD DRIVE, HD5 0AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODFORD DRIVE, HD5 0AA.
282
45
£ 35,200 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HD5 0AA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates HD5 0AA — age 45, 74% ownership, 15% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 HD5 0AA. The average age is 44.8. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 174,000
6 sales · Mean £ 169,500
Detached
£ 237,500
1 sales · Mean £ 237,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HD5 0AA has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy
Dalton School
Hill View Academy
Southgate School
Kirkheaton Primary School
Netherhall Learning Campus High School
Netherhall Learning Campus Junior School
Netherhall St James CofE (VC) Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Greenside Newsagents0.7 km
- Home Bargains0.5 km
- Jcs Convenience Store0.5 km
- V448 LWU1.0 km
- Longos Trailer1.0 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Mcdonalds0.5 km
- Icicles Ltd0.5 km
- Cardamon Green0.6 km
- The Little Box Sandwich Bar0.6 km
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.5 km
- Aldi0.5 km
- Dalton Together Portacabin0.6 km
- Tesco Express0.9 km
- Morrisons0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.5 km
- Heggs Sandwich Shop0.6 km
- Waterloo Fish & Chicks0.5 km
- Chef King0.9 km
- Ho Wah0.6 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Waterloo Subs Bowling Club0.5 km
- The Stag0.9 km
- Lepton Liberal Club0.9 km
- Beaumont Arms0.5 km
- Black Horse0.6 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Deighton2.4 km
- Huddersfield3.2 km
- Mirfield3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Waterloo Road Albany Rd0.1 km
- Waterloo Road Albany Rd0.1 km
- Kirkwood Hospice0.1 km
- Waterloo Road Westbrook Ave0.1 km
- Kirkwood Hospice0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: HD50AA · Data under Open Government Licence