Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

BUTTERWOOD CLOSE, HD4 7BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BUTTERWOOD CLOSE, HD4 7BJ.

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Population

152

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 37,500 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HD4 7BJ 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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9/10
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3/10
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8/10
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7/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. HD4 7BJ's low deprivation rank, 93% ownership, and £215k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £215k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

HD4 7BJ is a sought-after residential area on Butterwood Close, 0.1km from Rashcliffe in Kirklees. Administratively it sits within Crosland Moor and Netherton ward and the Colne Valley constituency.

For serious buyers, HD4 7BJ is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £215k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for HD4 7BJ are sourced from Output Area E00055865 (shared with 6 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 HD4 7BJ. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.7%
Asian / British Asian6.7%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed6.7%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 221,250

2 sales · Mean £ 221,250

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

HD4 7BJ has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences12
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order4
Burglary3
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School

Good208 pupils0.7 km
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Netherton Infant and Nursery School

Good198 pupils0.8 km
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Moor End Academy

Outstanding1029 pupils1.1 km
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Beaumont Primary Academy

Good597 pupils1.1 km
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Berry Brow Infant and Nursery School

Good158 pupils1.2 km
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Oak CofE Primary School

Inadequate558 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Railway Hotel0.9 km
  • Armitage Bridge Cricket Club0.6 km
  • Armitage Bridge Monkey Club0.6 km
  • Netherton Conservative Club0.8 km
  • Beaumont Arms1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Laxmi Restaurant1.0 km
  • Friends of Beaumont Park0.6 km
  • Toast0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Sons of the North0.8 km
  • Ariannas Butties0.7 km
  • Chi Chini Pizza Takeaway0.8 km
  • Netherton Spice0.7 km
  • The Netherton Chippy0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Co-op0.8 km
  • SPAR0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Berry Brow0.9 km
  • Lockwood1.9 km
  • Honley2.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Meltham Rd Butternab Road0.3 km
  • Meltham Rd Butternab Road0.4 km
  • Meltham Rd Armitage Road0.4 km
  • Meltham Rd Armitage Road0.4 km
  • Meltham Road Cemetery0.5 km