HD2 2FU is a safe, established residential area on Old Hopkinson Drive, 0.1km from Birkby in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Greenhead ward and the Huddersfield constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kirklees.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £292k, down 3.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for HD2 2FU are sourced from Output Area E00055627 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OLD HOPKINSON DRIVE, HD2 2FU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD HOPKINSON DRIVE, HD2 2FU.
517
34
£ 32,600 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines HD2 2FU — 55% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending down 3.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD2 2FU. The average age is 34.0. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 292,000
13 sales · Mean £ 309,730
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HD2 2FU has low crime rates — 44 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy
Birkby Infant and Nursery School
Birkby Junior School
Brambles Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Ukranian Social Club0.7 km
- Antilles Education And Social Club0.9 km
- Huddersfield Lawn Tennis And Squash Club0.7 km
- Lamb Hotel0.7 km
- Junction Inn1.0 km
- + 7 more
Retailers - Other
32 nearby- Slimming World0.8 km
- Al Yousaf Halal Meat0.4 km
- ARO Mini Market0.4 km
- Bismillah Halal Meat0.4 km
- Mash'Allah0.5 km
- + 27 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Cambridge Hotel1.0 km
- Edgerton Guest House0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Jus Chicken0.4 km
- Kellys Cafe0.5 km
- Ma Bakers Cafe1.0 km
- Oh So Yum0.9 km
- Multans Street Food0.4 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Awaises0.4 km
- Dale Bakery0.4 km
- Food Yard0.4 km
- The Great Wall0.4 km
- Istanbul Shawarma0.4 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Huddersfield1.4 km
- Lockwood2.6 km
- Deighton3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Birkby Lodge Road Una Pl0.2 km
- Wheathouse Rd Newland Avenue0.2 km
- Wheathouse Rd Newland Avenue0.2 km
- Birkby Lodge Road George Ave0.2 km
- Birkby Lodge Road Una Pl0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HD22FU · Data under Open Government Licence