HD4 5BL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Park Road West, 0.3km from Johnny Moore's Hill in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Crosland Moor and Netherton ward and the Colne Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, HD4 5BL represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 37% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kirklees.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 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, up 5.6% year-on-year. 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 HD4 5BL are sourced from Output Area E00055838 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PARK ROAD WEST, HD4 5BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK ROAD WEST, HD4 5BL.
331
36
£ 31,400 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HD4 5BL 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
HD4 5BL is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 5.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD4 5BL. The average age is 36.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 125,000
8 sales · Mean £ 111,312
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around HD4 5BL is moderate at 55 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.
school Local Schools
Oak CofE Primary School
Royds Hall, A Share Academy
Paddock Junior Infant and Nursery School
Moor End Academy
Beaumont Primary Academy
Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage School
Mount Pleasant Primary School
Spring Grove Junior Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
31 nearby- Asia Foods1.0 km
- Abrar Butchers1.0 km
- Fine Bakers And Sweet Centre0.9 km
- Dryclough Convenience Store0.7 km
- Go Local Extra0.7 km
- + 26 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Craven Heifer0.2 km
- Four Horse Shoes0.9 km
- Milnsbridge Liberal Club0.9 km
- Crosland Moor Conservative Club0.3 km
- Paddock Cricket And Bowling Club0.6 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Aroma Restaurant and Grill0.7 km
- Jensen Retro Cafe0.4 km
- A Little of Everything1.0 km
- Central Cafe0.9 km
- Early Birds Cafe0.9 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- Atlantic Ocean0.6 km
- Cluck N Crust0.6 km
- Harlequins0.2 km
- I Taste0.7 km
- In Bread Unit 50.2 km
- + 23 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co Operative Food0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lockwood0.9 km
- Berry Brow2.1 km
- Huddersfield2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Park Rd West Charles Street0.1 km
- Park Rd West Charles Street0.1 km
- Manchester Road Fifty Steps0.1 km
- Manchester Road Fifty Steps0.1 km
- Blackmoorfoot Rd Nabcroft Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HD45BL · Data under Open Government Licence