Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

RILEY PARK, HD8 0SA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RILEY PARK, HD8 0SA.

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Population

433

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 47,900 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: HD8 0SA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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1/10
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9/10
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8/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. HD8 0SA's low deprivation rank, 85% ownership, and £347k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 35.0% year-on-year.

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

HD8 0SA is a sought-after residential area on Riley Park, 0.2km from Dean Top in Kirkburton. Administratively it sits within Kirkburton ward and the Dewsbury constituency.

For serious buyers, HD8 0SA is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £347k, down 35.0% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for HD8 0SA are sourced from Output Area E00056419 (shared with 12 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 HD8 0SA. The average age is 42.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.0%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 209,750

12 sales · Mean £ 254,995

Semi-Detached

£ 315,000

2 sales · Mean £ 315,000

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

HD8 0SA has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences8
Other theft7
Burglary5
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Kirkburton Church of England Voluntary Aided First School

Good139 pupils0.2 km
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Kirkburton Middle School

Good498 pupils0.7 km
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Highburton Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School

Good183 pupils1.3 km
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Shelley First School

Outstanding193 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Spring Grove Tavern1.0 km
  • Kirkburton Carlton WMC0.2 km
  • Kirkburton Cricket Club0.3 km
  • Junk0.9 km
  • Kirkburton Liberal Club0.4 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Spring Grove Fisheries1.0 km
  • Pino's Place Kirkburton0.2 km
  • Pizza Village and Curry House0.3 km
  • Stackshack0.3 km
  • Beyond The Mill0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Russ Parkingson Village Butcher0.2 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.2 km
  • Premier1.0 km
  • Dene Filling Station0.8 km
  • Kirkburton Newsagents0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Joys Coffee House0.3 km
  • Burton Sweet Emporium & Tearoom0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stocksmoor2.1 km
  • Shepley2.2 km
  • Brockholes4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • George Street Low Gate0.2 km
  • Huddersfield Road Church Green0.2 km
  • Turnshaw Rd George Street0.2 km
  • Turnshaw Rd North Road0.2 km
  • Hallas Road0.2 km