Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

OCCUPATION ROAD, HD3 3AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OCCUPATION ROAD, HD3 3AZ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

359

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 38,200 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HD3 3AZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HD3 3AZ combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£554k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £554k.

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

HD3 3AZ is a well-regarded residential area on Occupation Road, 0.3km from Oakes in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Lindley ward and the Colne Valley constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in HD3, HD3 3AZ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £554k.

Census 2021 statistics for HD3 3AZ are sourced from Output Area E00056470 (shared with 9 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 HD3 3AZ. The average age is 50.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.5%
Asian / British Asian14.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 475,000

3 sales · Mean £ 502,238

Semi-Detached

£ 480,000

2 sales · Mean £ 480,000

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

Crime around HD3 3AZ is moderate at 56 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences99
Shoplifting69
Public order34
Criminal damage and arson12
Burglary11

school Local Schools

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Lindley Junior School

Outstanding495 pupils0.8 km
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Lindley Church of England Infant School

Good360 pupils0.8 km
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Reinwood Community Junior School

Good387 pupils0.9 km
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Reinwood Infant and Nursery School

Good320 pupils0.9 km
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St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy

Good420 pupils1.0 km
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Paddock Junior Infant and Nursery School

Good368 pupils1.4 km
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Royds Hall, A Share Academy

Inadequate1227 pupils1.5 km
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Salendine Nook High School Academy

Good1386 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Lindley Newsagents0.4 km
  • Costcutter0.7 km
  • Lindley Fine Foods t/a Larder0.9 km
  • Londis0.7 km
  • Hadfields Bakers0.8 km
  • + 12 more
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Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • The Bay Horse0.4 km
  • Lindley Working Mens Club0.9 km
  • Marsh Conservative Club0.7 km
  • Marsh Liberal Club0.5 km
  • Lindley Liberal Club0.5 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

19 nearby
  • Beauty and The Barista0.4 km
  • Tapian Thai Takeaway0.8 km
  • At Home in Lindley0.7 km
  • Caffe Dolce Vita0.7 km
  • Lindleys Delicatesson0.7 km
  • + 14 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Fernando's0.9 km
  • Foxys Sandwich Bar0.7 km
  • Hot Shot Pizza0.7 km
  • New Hey Road Fisheries0.7 km
  • Piccola Taverna0.4 km
  • + 15 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Sainsburys Local0.4 km
  • The Co Operative Food0.8 km
  • Tesco Express0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Manor House Lindley0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Huddersfield2.1 km
  • Lockwood2.5 km
  • Berry Brow4.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Occupation Road0.0 km
  • Occupation Rd Victoria Street0.2 km
  • Thornhill Rd Sunny Bank Road0.3 km
  • Acre Street0.3 km
  • Acre Street0.3 km