Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

DIRKER AVENUE, HD7 6AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DIRKER AVENUE, HD7 6AW.

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Population

328

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 41,400 /yr

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Employed

40%

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.

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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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8/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. HD7 6AW's 66% ownership and 37-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

HD7 6AW is a safe, established residential area on Dirker Avenue, 0.4km from Dirker Bank in Marsden. Administratively it sits within Colne Valley ward and the Colne Valley constituency.

For families considering a move, HD7 6AW represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k.

Census 2021 statistics for HD7 6AW are sourced from Output Area E00055809 (shared with 5 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 6AW. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.1%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 27%
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

Semi-Detached

£ 212,500

4 sales · Mean £ 197,500

Terraced

£ 125,000

1 sales · Mean £ 125,000

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

HD7 6AW has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences21
Anti-social behaviour6
Public order5
Other crime4
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Marsden Infant and Nursery School

Good150 pupils0.5 km
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Marsden Junior School

Good194 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Marsden Socialist Institute0.5 km
  • The Riverhead Brewery Tap0.5 km
  • The Shakespeare0.6 km
  • Bao Bros 230.5 km
  • Marsden Conservative Club0.4 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Mozarella0.6 km
  • Arcade Marsden0.5 km
  • Crumbles On The Corner0.5 km
  • Katies Homemade Kitchen0.5 km
  • St Bartholomews Church Community Cafe0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co Operative Food0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Marios Diner0.5 km
  • Marsden Spice And Pizza0.6 km
  • Fu Lin0.8 km
  • Marsden Fisheries0.6 km
  • Katies Homemade Kitchen0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Bagstock and Bumble0.5 km
  • Marsden Stores0.5 km
  • The Paper Shop0.5 km
  • The Village0.5 km
  • Thomas Shepherdson Ltd0.6 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Marsden0.6 km
  • Slaithwaite3.7 km
  • Berry Brow8.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Dirker Drive Dirker Ave0.1 km
  • Dirker Drive Dirker Ave0.1 km
  • Manchester Rd Meltham Road0.4 km
  • Manchester Rd Meltham Road0.4 km
  • Manchester Rd Stubbin Road0.4 km