Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

OAK AVENUE, HD5 8DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAK AVENUE, HD5 8DU.

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Population

258

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 33,300 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HD5 8DU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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6/10
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2/10
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9/10
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6/10
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10/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British83.8%
Asian / British Asian5.8%
Black / African / Caribbean2.7%
Other / Mixed7.7%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences103
Anti-social behaviour22
Other theft21
Burglary17
Criminal damage and arson17

school Local Schools

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Dalton School

Good510 pupils0.4 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy

Good315 pupils0.5 km
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Moldgreen Community Primary School

Good379 pupils0.6 km
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Hill View Academy

Inadequate244 pupils0.8 km
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Netherhall Learning Campus Junior School

Good315 pupils1.0 km
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Netherhall St James CofE (VC) Infant and Nursery School

Good215 pupils1.0 km
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Southgate School

Good166 pupils1.1 km
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Woodley School and College

Good134 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Dalton Together Portacabin0.7 km
  • Tesco Express0.7 km
fastfood

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
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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
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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