HD7 5QU is a mixed residential area on Royds Avenue, 0.3km from Lane Top in Linthwaite and Slaithwaite. Administratively it sits within Colne Valley ward and the Colne Valley constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £282k.
Census 2021 statistics for HD7 5QU are sourced from Output Area E00055823 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ROYDS AVENUE, HD7 5QU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROYDS AVENUE, HD7 5QU.
245
44
£ 33,300 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. HD7 5QU's 63% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD7 5QU. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 137,500
10 sales · Mean £ 166,150
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around HD7 5QU is moderate at 62 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Linthwaite Ardron CofE (Voluntary Aided) Junior and Infant School
Colne Valley High School
Wellhouse Junior and Infant School
Linthwaite Clough J I & Early Years Unit
Woodside Green, A Share Primary Academy
Golcar Junior Infant and Nursery School
St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- K S Bhullar0.7 km
- Vapes & Shakes0.4 km
- CHUG FUEL STOP LTD0.3 km
- Hadfields (Bakers) Ltd0.5 km
- Premier Total Convenience0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Broadoak W.M.C.0.4 km
- Th Alma0.7 km
- Wellhouse Village Club0.7 km
- Broad Oak Cricket And Athletic Club0.4 km
- Royal Oak0.1 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Cafe Bling0.5 km
- Thornton And Ross Ltd0.7 km
- Pink Flamingo Cafe and Bistro0.4 km
- Titanic Spa0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Qamar Royal Curry And Pizza Bar0.5 km
- Didi Pizza0.5 km
- Fortune Cookie0.5 km
- Linthwaite Sandwich Bar0.5 km
- Mr Happy Pizza0.5 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Slaithwaite1.9 km
- Lockwood3.5 km
- Berry Brow3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Manchester Road The Riverside0.1 km
- Manchester Road The Riverside0.1 km
- Manchester Rd Royds Avenue0.1 km
- Manchester Road Hoyle Ing0.2 km
- Manchester Rd Royds Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HD75QU · Data under Open Government Licence