HD9 1HG is a safe, established residential area on Back Lane, 0.1km from Cliff in Holmfirth. Administratively it sits within Holme Valley South ward and the Colne Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, HD9 1HG represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £179k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 96.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for HD9 1HG are sourced from Output Area E00056366 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BACK LANE, HD9 1HG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BACK LANE, HD9 1HG.
220
46
£ 47,200 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HD9 1HG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates HD9 1HG — age 46, 76% ownership, 21% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 96.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD9 1HG. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 150,000
15 sales · Mean £ 150,400
Flat
£ 89,000
4 sales · Mean £ 88,250
Detached
£ 665,000
1 sales · Mean £ 665,000
Semi-Detached
£ 153,500
2 sales · Mean £ 153,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around HD9 1HG is moderate at 54 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Holmfirth Junior Infant and Nursery School
Upperthong Junior and Infant School
New Mill Infant School
Netherthong Primary School
New Mill Junior School
Scholes (Holmfirth) J & I School
Holmfirth High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Edinburgh Woollen Mill0.3 km
- Fair Trader0.4 km
- Lick Dairy Free0.2 km
- Old Bridge Bakery0.2 km
- The Chocolate Box0.3 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Elephant And Castle Inn0.3 km
- Holmfirth Tavern0.2 km
- Postcard Inn0.2 km
- Shoulder Of Mutton Inn0.2 km
- Underbank Working Mens Club0.7 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
30 nearby- Bebes Cafe Sensory Ltd0.2 km
- Bengal Spice0.2 km
- Bluebird Bakery Holmfirth Ltd0.2 km
- Cafe0.2 km
- Corner House Cafe0.1 km
- + 25 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Medina Takeaway0.6 km
- New Bamboo0.2 km
- Compo's Cafe Ltd0.9 km
- Master Pizza Bar0.2 km
- Da Vincis Pizza0.2 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co Operative Food and Cafe0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Old Bridge Hotel and Restaurant0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brockholes3.1 km
- Honley4.3 km
- Stocksmoor4.8 km
Bus Stops
- Bus Station stand A0.1 km
- Bus Station stans B0.1 km
- Bus Station stand D0.1 km
- Bus Station stand C0.1 km
- Station Rd Bridge Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HD91HG · Data under Open Government Licence