Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

ORCHARD ROAD, HD5 0EQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD ROAD, HD5 0EQ.

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

262

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 44,700 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HD5 0EQ 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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8/10
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8/10
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5/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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4/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. HD5 0EQ's low deprivation rank, 96% ownership, and £273k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

HD5 0EQ is a sought-after residential area on Orchard Road, 0.2km from Stafford Hill in Kirkheaton. Administratively it sits within Dalton ward and the Huddersfield constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in HD5, HD5 0EQ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The 54 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 96% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £273k. 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 HD5 0EQ are sourced from Output Area E00055938 (shared with 13 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 HD5 0EQ. The average age is 54.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.7%
Asian / British Asian2.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 24%
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

Semi-Detached

£ 215,000

2 sales · Mean £ 215,000

Detached

£ 249,750

4 sales · Mean £ 244,875

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

HD5 0EQ has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11
Vehicle crime8
Burglary3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Kirkheaton Primary School

Good388 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Beaumont Arms0.4 km
  • Kirkheaton Cricket And Bowling Club0.5 km
  • Yeaton Cask0.6 km
  • Kirkheaton Conservative Club0.6 km
  • Spangled Bull0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • The Bread Basket0.8 km
  • Hill Top Farm Shop0.8 km
  • Kirkheaton Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Moorside Stores0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Jusfood0.8 km
  • Enthaile Thai Takeaway0.8 km
  • Kirkheaton Spice/Noodle House0.7 km
  • New Road Fisheries0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Deighton2.4 km
  • Mirfield2.9 km
  • Huddersfield4.0 km

Bus Stops

  • St Marys Ln Furnbrook Gardens0.2 km
  • St Marys Ln St Andrews Drive0.3 km
  • Shop Lane Orchard Rd0.3 km
  • School Lane Cemetery0.4 km
  • School Lane Cemetery0.5 km