HD2 1RA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bradley Road, 0.7km from Colne Bridge in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Ashbrow ward and the Huddersfield constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, HD2 1RA is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 41% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kirklees. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £125k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for HD2 1RA are sourced from Output Area E00055959 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRADLEY ROAD, HD2 1RA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRADLEY ROAD, HD2 1RA.
350
45
£ 42,800 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HD2 1RA 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
HD2 1RA has a significant social housing presence — 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD2 1RA. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 107,500
2 sales · Mean £ 107,500
Semi-Detached
£ 119,250
2 sales · Mean £ 119,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around HD2 1RA is moderate at 50 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Thomas CE (VC) Primary School
Christ Church CE Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Mamas and Papas0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Edward's Fish & Chip Kitchen Ltd0.4 km
- Flames Balti and Fast Food Ltd0.4 km
- Lova Grill House0.3 km
- Marston Chicken Shop0.4 km
- Fillins Sandwich Bar0.2 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Greggs0.4 km
- Patels0.4 km
- Bradley Booze And News0.3 km
- Londis0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Bradley & Colnebridge WMC0.5 km
- The White Cross0.4 km
- The Royal And Ancient0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Deighton1.4 km
- Brighouse3.2 km
- Mirfield3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Keldregate Woodman Ave0.1 km
- Bradley Rd St Thomas Gardens0.1 km
- Bradley Rd St Thomas Gardens0.2 km
- Keldregate Sherwood Avenue0.2 km
- Keldregate Sherwood Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HD21RA · Data under Open Government Licence