Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

DEWHURST ROAD, HD2 1BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DEWHURST ROAD, HD2 1BW.

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Population

301

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 27,500 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HD2 1BW 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.

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2/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines HD2 1BW — 58% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 34 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

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

HD2 1BW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Dewhurst Road, 0.3km from Fartown Green in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Ashbrow ward and the Huddersfield constituency.

For renters and young professionals, HD2 1BW offers members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. With residents averaging 34 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 57% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 58% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kirklees.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £87k, 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 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00055650 (shared with 3 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 HD2 1BW. The average age is 33.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British41.8%
Asian / British Asian30.3%
Black / African / Caribbean12.2%
Other / Mixed15.8%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 6%
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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

Terraced

£ 58,500

28 sales · Mean £ 64,946

Detached

£ 149,975

2 sales · Mean £ 149,975

Semi-Detached

£ 70,000

1 sales · Mean £ 70,000

Flat

£ 48,500

1 sales · Mean £ 48,500

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

Crime around HD2 1BW is moderate at 61 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.

Violence and sexual offences184
Public order21
Anti-social behaviour19
Criminal damage and arson18
Other theft17

school Local Schools

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North Huddersfield Trust School

Good899 pupils0.3 km
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Ashbrow School

Requires Improvement434 pupils0.5 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary Academy

Good222 pupils0.8 km
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Birkby Junior School

Good566 pupils0.9 km
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Fixby Junior and Infant School

Good302 pupils1.1 km
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Christ Church CE Academy

Good213 pupils1.3 km
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Birkby Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding488 pupils1.3 km
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All Saints Catholic College

Good886 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Lamb Hotel1.0 km
  • Bradley Mills Cricket And Bowling Club0.9 km
  • Cowcliffe Liberal Club0.8 km
  • Railway Inn0.7 km
  • Top Club0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Bargain Local0.9 km
  • Adam Halal Meat0.9 km
  • Leeds Road Food And Wine Store1.0 km
  • Madina Halal Meat0.9 km
  • Maya Mini Market0.5 km
  • + 13 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Burger King Unit H11.0 km
  • Mumbai Spice0.7 km
  • Compass Group Ltd0.8 km
  • Ma Bakers Cafe0.5 km
  • Oh So Yum1.0 km
  • + 10 more
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Takeaway Shop

23 nearby
  • Shaf's Spice0.9 km
  • Wan's Chinese Take Away0.6 km
  • Chicken Zone0.5 km
  • Mega Chippy0.7 km
  • Pizza Place0.5 km
  • + 18 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Asda0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Deighton1.7 km
  • Huddersfield1.9 km
  • Lockwood3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Woodhouse Hill Woodhouse Avenue0.1 km
  • Woodhouse Hill Blackhouse Road0.1 km
  • Fartown Green Road Alder St0.1 km
  • Fartown Green Rd Pollard Street0.2 km
  • Fartown Green Rd Pollard Street0.2 km