HD5 8DU is a safe, established residential area on Oak Avenue, 0.5km from Kidroyd in Huddersfield. Administratively it sits within Almondbury ward and the Huddersfield constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £122k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for HD5 8DU are sourced from Output Area E00055471 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OAK AVENUE, HD5 8DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAK AVENUE, HD5 8DU.
258
40
£ 33,300 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HD5 8DU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
HD5 8DU is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD5 8DU. The average age is 40.3. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 122,950
1 sales · Mean £ 122,950
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HD5 8DU has low crime rates — 37 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.
school Local Schools
Dalton School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy
Moldgreen Community Primary School
Hill View Academy
Netherhall Learning Campus Junior School
Netherhall St James CofE (VC) Infant and Nursery School
Southgate School
Woodley School and College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Dalton Food Stores0.6 km
- H And N Local Store1.0 km
- The Shop0.4 km
- Moldgreen Bakery0.5 km
- Slimming World Franchis0.8 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Dalton Together Portacabin0.7 km
- Tesco Express0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Dalton Diner0.6 km
- Mr Chips0.6 km
- Red Chilli Almondbury1.0 km
- Sharkeys Fish Bar1.0 km
- Alessio Pizza0.4 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Almondbury Cricket Club0.7 km
- Moldgreen Conservative Association0.4 km
- Dalton Cricket Club1.0 km
- The Ivy Green Pub0.4 km
- Moldgreen Liberal Club0.6 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Rica Ribbean T/A Manjaros Restaurant, Unit 20.9 km
- Royal City Cantonese Restaurant0.6 km
- Coffee Boy0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Huddersfield2.1 km
- Deighton2.8 km
- Lockwood3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Wakefield Rd Mayfield Avenue0.2 km
- Wakefield Rd Mayfield Avenue0.2 km
- Wakefield Rd Grosvenor Road0.3 km
- Wakefield Rd Beech Avenue0.3 km
- Wakefield Rd Grosvenor Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: HD58DU · Data under Open Government Licence