HD8 0SS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Fairfield Rise, 0.5km from Lane Head in Kirkburton. Administratively it sits within Kirkburton ward and the Dewsbury constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, HD8 0SS is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a healthcare and public administration character: major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £168k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 7.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for HD8 0SS are sourced from Output Area E00056424 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FAIRFIELD RISE, HD8 0SS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAIRFIELD RISE, HD8 0SS.
282
49
£ 47,900 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HD8 0SS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 41% social renting, HD8 0SS is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 7.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD8 0SS. The average age is 49.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 160,500
10 sales · Mean £ 162,480
Flat
£ 62,500
1 sales · Mean £ 62,500
Detached
£ 165,000
3 sales · Mean £ 145,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HD8 0SS has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Kirkburton Church of England Voluntary Aided First School
Shelley First School
Kirkburton Middle School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Kirkburton Carlton WMC0.7 km
- Shelley Cricket Club0.7 km
- Shelley Sports And Social Club0.9 km
- The Flying Ferret0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Joys Coffee House0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Kirkburton Spice0.9 km
- Pino's Place Kirkburton0.6 km
- Pizza Village and Curry House0.9 km
- Stackshack0.5 km
- Shelley Fisheries0.6 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Russ Parkingson Village Butcher0.7 km
- The Co-operative Food0.8 km
- Mccolls0.7 km
- Kirkburton Newsagents0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shepley1.8 km
- Stocksmoor2.1 km
- Denby Dale4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Huddersfield Rd Cross Lane0.1 km
- Huddersfield Rd Cross Lane0.1 km
- Huddersfield Rd Shelley Lane Estate0.3 km
- Huddersfield Rd Shelley Lane Estate0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: HD80SS · Data under Open Government Licence