HD2 1AD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ashfield Street, 0.0km from Fartown Green in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Ashbrow ward and the Huddersfield constituency.
For renters and young professionals, HD2 1AD offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 35 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 51% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 60% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kirklees.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 63 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £74k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for HD2 1AD are sourced from Output Area E00055655 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHFIELD STREET, HD2 1AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHFIELD STREET, HD2 1AD.
299
35
£ 27,500 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HD2 1AD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines HD2 1AD — 60% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 35 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD2 1AD. The average age is 35.1. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 44,500
14 sales · Mean £ 47,025
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around HD2 1AD is moderate at 63 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
North Huddersfield Trust School
Birkby Junior School
Ashbrow School
Birkby Infant and Nursery School
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary Academy
Fixby Junior and Infant School
Brambles Primary Academy
St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
37 nearby- Bargain Local0.8 km
- Al Yousaf Halal Meat1.0 km
- ARO Mini Market1.0 km
- Bismillah Halal Meat0.9 km
- Mash'Allah0.8 km
- + 32 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Bradley Mills Cricket And Bowling Club0.8 km
- The Yorkshire Rose0.9 km
- Lamb Hotel0.7 km
- Magic Rock Tap Room and Brewery0.8 km
- Slubbers Arms0.7 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
21 nearby- Burger King Unit H10.9 km
- Mumbai Spice0.9 km
- Jus Chicken0.8 km
- Kellys Cafe1.0 km
- Charmaines Carribean Cafe0.9 km
- + 16 more
Takeaway Shop
39 nearby- Wan's Chinese Take Away0.9 km
- Awaises1.0 km
- Dale Bakery1.0 km
- Food Yard1.0 km
- The Great Wall1.0 km
- + 34 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Huddersfield1.7 km
- Deighton1.9 km
- Lockwood3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Frtown Green Road Leonard St0.1 km
- Fartown Green Rd Pollard Street0.1 km
- Frtown Green Road Leonard St0.1 km
- Fartown Green Rd Pollard Street0.1 km
- Bradford Road Beverley Court0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: HD21AD · Data under Open Government Licence