HD2 1AS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Woodhouse Grove, 0.3km from Woodhouse Hill in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Ashbrow ward and the Huddersfield constituency.
Within the HD2 district, this postcode is characterised by 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. With residents averaging 33 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. The area has a notably diverse population — 59% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kirklees.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £120k, 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 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00055653 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODHOUSE GROVE, HD2 1AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODHOUSE GROVE, HD2 1AS.
412
33
£ 27,500 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HD2 1AS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines HD2 1AS — 59% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 33 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD2 1AS. The average age is 32.8. 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: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 100,000
14 sales · Mean £ 101,925
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around HD2 1AS is moderate at 62 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
North Huddersfield Trust School
Ashbrow School
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary Academy
Birkby Junior School
Christ Church CE Academy
Fixby Junior and Infant School
Birkby Infant and Nursery School
Netherhall Learning Campus High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Canalside Sports Complex0.9 km
- Burger King Unit H10.8 km
- Mumbai Spice0.9 km
- Socco0.8 km
- Starbucks Unit J10.8 km
- + 11 more
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Bargain Local0.8 km
- B & M Retail0.8 km
- Dixons Milk Ices0.9 km
- Greggs Unit J30.8 km
- Javid General Grocers0.9 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Bradley Mills Cricket And Bowling Club0.8 km
- Harp Inn0.6 km
- Railway Inn0.8 km
- The Peacock0.9 km
- Top Club0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Shaf's Spice0.8 km
- Wan's Chinese Take Away0.5 km
- Subway Unit J20.8 km
- YOH Burger & Desserts0.9 km
- Baked0.9 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Deighton1.5 km
- Huddersfield2.0 km
- Lockwood3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Woodhouse Hill Woodhouse Avenue0.1 km
- Woodhouse Hill Blackhouse Road0.1 km
- Woodhouse Hill Woodhouse Hill Road0.1 km
- Fartown Green Road Alder St0.2 km
- Woodhouse Hill Central Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: HD21AS · Data under Open Government Licence