Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

WELLHOUSE LANE, HD5 0RB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELLHOUSE LANE, HD5 0RB.

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Population

266

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 35,200 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HD5 0RB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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8/10
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5/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates HD5 0RB — age 49, 80% ownership, 19% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

HD5 0RB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wellhouse Lane, 0.2km from Nab Hill in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Dalton ward and the Huddersfield constituency.

For families considering a move, HD5 0RB represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for HD5 0RB are sourced from Output Area E00055893 (shared with 15 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 0RB. The average age is 49.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

HD5 0RB has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour10
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Kirkheaton Primary School

Good388 pupils0.5 km
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Netherhall Learning Campus High School

Requires Improvement785 pupils1.2 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy

Good315 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Black Horse0.8 km
  • Kirkheaton Cricket And Bowling Club0.6 km
  • Yeaton Cask0.7 km
  • Kirkheaton Conservative Club0.7 km
  • Spangled Bull0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Dalton Fisheries0.7 km
  • Jusfood0.9 km
  • Enthaile Thai Takeaway0.9 km
  • Kirkheaton Spice/Noodle House0.8 km
  • New Road Fisheries0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • V448 LWU0.4 km
  • Longos Trailer0.4 km
  • The Bread Basket0.8 km
  • Kirkheaton Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Moorside Stores0.8 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Deighton1.4 km
  • Mirfield3.3 km
  • Huddersfield3.3 km