Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

HOLLY TREE GRANGE, HD8 9BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLY TREE GRANGE, HD8 9BJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

384

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 42,500 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HD8 9BJ 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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7/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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1/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HD8 9BJ combines high owner-occupation (82%), strong property values (£597k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £597k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 4.1% year-on-year.

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

HD8 9BJ is a sought-after residential area on Holly Tree Grange, 0.2km from Common End in Skelmanthorpe. Administratively it sits within Denby Dale ward and the Dewsbury constituency.

For serious buyers, HD8 9BJ is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 82% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £597k, down 4.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for HD8 9BJ are sourced from Output Area E00055995 (shared with 10 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 9BJ. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 40%
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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 400,000

5 sales · Mean £ 469,000

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

HD8 9BJ has low crime rates — 28 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 offences48
Anti-social behaviour13
Public order12
Burglary7
Criminal damage and arson6

school Local Schools

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Skelmanthorpe Academy

Good165 pupils0.4 km
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St Aidan's Church of England Academy

Good183 pupils0.5 km
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Shelley College, A Share Academy

Outstanding1358 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Grow Refill Store0.3 km
  • Premier Essentials0.7 km
  • Skelmanthorpe Community Pantry , 1st floor0.3 km
  • Taylor Made0.3 km
  • 38 Commercial Road0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Skelmanthorpe Cricket Club0.4 km
  • Skelmanthorpe Savoy Sport Club0.3 km
  • Tipsy Cow0.2 km
  • The Grove Inn0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Amberlu's Cafe, Ground Floor0.3 km
  • Solos Restaurant0.3 km
  • The Coffee Mill0.2 km
  • Volare, 9-110.3 km
  • Henry's Bar0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co Operative Food0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Butties0.1 km
  • Chi Chini0.3 km
  • Ice & spice Skelmanthorpe ltd0.3 km
  • Jenbao Chinese Take Away0.8 km
  • Slow Cooked Limited0.3 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Denby Dale2.3 km
  • Shepley3.3 km
  • Stocksmoor4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Huddersfield Road The Grove Inn0.1 km
  • The Grove Inn0.1 km
  • Cumberworth Rd Huddersfield Rd0.2 km
  • Cumberworth Rd Huddersfield Rd0.2 km
  • Commercial Road New St0.2 km