Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

UNDERBANK OLD ROAD, HD9 1AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UNDERBANK OLD ROAD, HD9 1AS.

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Population

336

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 47,200 /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: HD9 1AS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates HD9 1AS — age 45, 82% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

HD9 1AS is a safe, established residential area on Underbank Old Road, 0.2km from Cinder Hills in Holmfirth. Administratively it sits within Holme Valley South ward and the Colne Valley constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £194k, up 0.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for HD9 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00056326 (shared with 38 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 HD9 1AS. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 163,000

15 sales · Mean £ 175,263

Flat

£ 133,000

13 sales · Mean £ 133,692

Semi-Detached

£ 245,250

4 sales · Mean £ 249,375

Detached

£ 455,000

3 sales · Mean £ 463,333

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

HD9 1AS has low crime rates — 23 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 offences28
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order3
Vehicle crime2
Drugs2

school Local Schools

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Holmfirth Junior Infant and Nursery School

Good194 pupils0.4 km
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Scholes (Holmfirth) J & I School

Requires Improvement204 pupils1.1 km
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Upperthong Junior and Infant School

Good211 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Edinburgh Woollen Mill0.8 km
  • Fair Trader0.8 km
  • Lick Dairy Free0.9 km
  • Old Bridge Bakery0.8 km
  • The Chocolate Box0.8 km
  • + 8 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Elephant And Castle Inn0.8 km
  • Holmfirth Tavern0.9 km
  • Postcard Inn1.0 km
  • Shoulder Of Mutton Inn0.6 km
  • Underbank Rangers Rlfc0.7 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • Bebes Cafe Sensory Ltd0.8 km
  • Bengal Spice0.6 km
  • Bluebird Bakery Holmfirth Ltd0.8 km
  • Cafe1.0 km
  • Corner House Cafe0.9 km
  • + 25 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Medina Takeaway0.2 km
  • New Bamboo0.9 km
  • Master Pizza Bar1.0 km
  • Da Vincis Pizza0.6 km
  • Atlantis Pizza0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co Operative Food and Cafe1.0 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Old Bridge Hotel and Restaurant0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Brockholes3.7 km
  • Honley5.0 km
  • Stocksmoor5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Dunford Road Well Hill Rd0.1 km
  • Dunford Road Underbank Old Rd0.1 km
  • Dunford Road Well Hill Rd0.2 km
  • Dunford Road Underbank Old Rd0.2 km
  • Cinder Hills Road Arndale Grove0.3 km