Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

HANDEL STREET, HD7 4AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HANDEL STREET, HD7 4AE.

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Population

285

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 35,900 /yr

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Employed

59%

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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7/10
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2/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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9/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 63% owner-occupation and average age 42, HD7 4AE has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £138k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

HD7 4AE is a safe, established residential area on Handel Street, 0.4km from Golcar in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Golcar ward and the Colne Valley constituency.

For families considering a move, HD7 4AE represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £138k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for HD7 4AE are sourced from Output Area E00056188 (shared with 7 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 HD7 4AE. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 117,250

16 sales · Mean £ 123,513

Semi-Detached

£ 205,000

3 sales · Mean £ 193,333

Flat

£ 75,000

5 sales · Mean £ 87,200

Detached

£ 157,000

2 sales · Mean £ 157,000

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

HD7 4AE has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences38
Criminal damage and arson18
Vehicle crime11
Public order10
Anti-social behaviour9

school Local Schools

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Golcar Junior Infant and Nursery School

Good431 pupils0.3 km
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St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School

Good204 pupils0.4 km
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Wellhouse Junior and Infant School

Good76 pupils0.6 km
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Woodside Green, A Share Primary Academy

Good146 pupils1.2 km
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Scapegoat Hill Junior and Infant School

Good75 pupils1.3 km
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Linthwaite Ardron CofE (Voluntary Aided) Junior and Infant School

Good193 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • K S Bhullar1.0 km
  • Town End Post Office0.3 km
  • 6-7 Sycamore Court1.0 km
  • Golcar Stores0.3 km
  • H Copley Traditional Family Butchers0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • 84 James Street0.1 km
  • The Royal British Legion0.7 km
  • Golcar Central Liberal Club0.1 km
  • Walker Arms0.9 km
  • Wellhouse Village Club0.6 km
  • + 5 more
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Junction Fisheries0.5 km
  • Marios0.3 km
  • Paradise Take Away1.0 km
  • Harry Heywoods Fish And Chips0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative Local0.3 km
  • United Cooperatives Ltd1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Colne Valley Museum0.3 km
  • Haveli0.3 km
  • Jjs Cafe0.4 km
  • The Weavers Shed0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Slaithwaite2.3 km
  • Lockwood3.5 km
  • Berry Brow4.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Knowl Rd Church Street0.1 km
  • Knowl Rd Church Street0.1 km
  • Station Road James St0.1 km
  • Station Road James St0.1 km
  • James Street Myrtle Rd0.1 km