HD8 8YW is a safe, established residential area located 0.6km from Dry Hill in Kirklees. Administratively it sits within Denby Dale ward and the Dewsbury constituency.
For serious buyers, HD8 8YW is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £540k.
Census 2021 statistics for HD8 8YW are sourced from Output Area E00056018 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HD8 8YW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HD8 8YW.
253
44
£ 48,600 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HD8 8YW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HD8 8YW combines high owner-occupation (74%), strong property values (£540k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD8 8YW. The average age is 44.0. 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
Flat
£ 251,000
1 sales · Mean £ 251,000
Detached
£ 830,000
1 sales · Mean £ 830,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HD8 8YW has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Denby Dale First and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- David Gawthorpe Butchers1.0 km
- Londis0.5 km
- Parrys Supermarkets Ltd0.9 km
- Denby Dale News0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Bella Dale0.7 km
- Meli-Ciow0.9 km
- Denby Dale Fisheries0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Denby Dale Cricket Club0.7 km
- Dunkirk Inn0.7 km
- The White Hart0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Denby Dale Tea Rooms0.9 km
- Just Thai Restaurant & Wine Bar0.5 km
- Palace Tandoori0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Denby Dale1.4 km
- Shepley4.4 km
- Penistone5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Wakefield Rd Gilthwaites Lane0.5 km
- Gilthwaites Crescent Thorpes Ave0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: HD88YW · Data under Open Government Licence