HD7 5RP is a safe, established residential area on Manchester Road, 0.2km from Common End in Linthwaite and Slaithwaite. Administratively it sits within Colne Valley ward and the Colne Valley constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £141k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 17.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for HD7 5RP are sourced from Output Area E00055821 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MANCHESTER ROAD, HD7 5RP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MANCHESTER ROAD, HD7 5RP.
299
38
£ 33,300 /yr
58%
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 38, HD7 5RP has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £141k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 17.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD7 5RP. The average age is 38.2. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 141,500
4 sales · Mean £ 138,000
Semi-Detached
£ 132,500
1 sales · Mean £ 132,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HD7 5RP has low crime rates — 45 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
Woodside Green, A Share Primary Academy
Linthwaite Ardron CofE (Voluntary Aided) Junior and Infant School
Wellhouse Junior and Infant School
Golcar Junior Infant and Nursery School
Crow Lane Primary and Foundation Stage School
St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School
Colne Valley High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Express Local0.8 km
- K S Bhullar0.4 km
- Scar Lane Filling Station0.7 km
- Wayne Howard and Sons Quality Meats0.8 km
- Mount St. Convenience Store0.7 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- 84 James Street0.8 km
- Broadoak W.M.C.0.8 km
- Th Alma1.0 km
- The Royal British Legion0.6 km
- Horse And Groom0.7 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Hong Kong Takeaway0.3 km
- Cowlersley Chinese And Takeaway0.7 km
- Harry Heywoods Fish And Chips0.0 km
- Junction Fisheries0.6 km
- Marios0.7 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Colne Valley Garden Centre0.7 km
- Early Birds Cafe1.0 km
- The Weavers Shed0.8 km
- Bodyrockerz Cafe0.8 km
- The Raj Restaurant0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lockwood2.7 km
- Slaithwaite2.8 km
- Berry Brow3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Manchester Rd Yew Tree Lane0.0 km
- Manchester Rd Yew Tree Lane0.0 km
- Manchester Rd Yew Tree Ln Spurn Pt0.1 km
- Cowlersley Ln Woodside View0.2 km
- Cowlersley Ln Woodside View0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HD75RP · Data under Open Government Licence