Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

WATERLOO ROAD, HD5 0AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATERLOO ROAD, HD5 0AE.

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Population

328

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 35,200 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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5/10
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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

HD5 0AE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 90% 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. Property prices are trending down 14.1% year-on-year.

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

HD5 0AE is a safe, established residential area on Waterloo Road, 0.3km from Waterloo in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Dalton ward and the Huddersfield constituency.

For families considering a move, HD5 0AE represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. 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. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £173k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 14.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for HD5 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00055897 (shared with 6 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 HD5 0AE. 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

White / British84.1%
Asian / British Asian10.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed5.5%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

£ 173,500

3 sales · Mean £ 176,833

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around HD5 0AE is moderate at 50 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.

Shoplifting77
Violence and sexual offences49
Anti-social behaviour17
Public order16
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy

Good315 pupils0.9 km
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Dalton School

Good510 pupils1.0 km
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Hill View Academy

Inadequate244 pupils1.1 km
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Southgate School

Good166 pupils1.4 km
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Kirkheaton Primary School

Good388 pupils1.4 km
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Netherhall Learning Campus High School

Requires Improvement785 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Dalton Together Portacabin0.7 km
  • Tesco Express1.0 km
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.4 km
  • Morrisons0.8 km
  • Aldi0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Beaumont Arms0.4 km
  • Black Horse0.7 km
  • Kirkheaton Cricket And Bowling Club0.9 km
  • Lascelles Hall Cricket Club0.9 km
  • Waterloo Subs Bowling Club0.5 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Dalton Fisheries0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.5 km
  • Heggs Sandwich Shop0.5 km
  • Waterloo Fish & Chicks0.5 km
  • Chef King1.0 km
  • + 7 more
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Greenside Newsagents0.8 km
  • Home Bargains0.4 km
  • Jcs Convenience Store0.4 km
  • Bhrati0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Mcdonalds0.4 km
  • Icicles Ltd0.5 km
  • Cardamon Green0.5 km
  • The Little Box Sandwich Bar0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Deighton2.5 km
  • Huddersfield3.3 km
  • Mirfield3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Waterloo Road Westbrook Ave0.0 km
  • Waterloo Road Albany Rd0.1 km
  • Waterloo Road Westbrook Ave0.1 km
  • Waterloo Road Albany Rd0.1 km
  • Kirkwood Hospice0.2 km