Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

WAKEFIELD ROAD, HD8 0BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WAKEFIELD ROAD, HD8 0BL.

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Population

323

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 44,700 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HD8 0BL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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6/10
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4/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. HD8 0BL spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 26.5% year-on-year.

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

HD8 0BL is a sought-after residential area on Wakefield Road, 0.5km from Fenay Bridge in Kirklees. Administratively it sits within Almondbury ward and the Huddersfield constituency.

For families considering a move, HD8 0BL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £184k, down 26.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for HD8 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00056386 (shared with 14 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 HD8 0BL. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.9%
Asian / British Asian5.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Detached

£ 260,000

2 sales · Mean £ 260,000

Terraced

£ 141,000

6 sales · Mean £ 143,583

Semi-Detached

£ 295,000

1 sales · Mean £ 295,000

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

HD8 0BL has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences25
Burglary7
Criminal damage and arson5
Anti-social behaviour4
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Lepton CofE Primary Academy

Good178 pupils0.5 km
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Rowley Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School

Good444 pupils1.2 km
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Southgate School

Good166 pupils1.4 km
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Hill View Academy

Inadequate244 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Harveys Bar Kitchen0.4 km
  • Fenay Bridge0.4 km
  • Lepton Liberal Club0.8 km
  • Gawthorpe Working Mens Club0.7 km
  • Lascelles Hall Cricket Club0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Ahmed Forecourt Ltd0.6 km
  • Fenay Bridge Stores0.4 km
  • Lepton Food And Wine0.8 km
  • Hadfields Bakers0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Morrisons0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Chippy Booths0.5 km
  • Lepton Spice0.8 km
  • New Paradise Indian Takeaway0.8 km
  • Lepton Fisheries0.8 km
  • TK's Pizza0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Deighton4.0 km
  • Mirfield4.1 km
  • Huddersfield4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Wakefield Rd Chimney Lane0.1 km
  • Croft Flat Drive Wakefield Rd0.1 km
  • Croft Flat Drive Thorgrow Close0.2 km
  • Croft Flat Drive Thorgrow Close0.2 km
  • Wakefield Rd Oak Tree Road0.2 km