Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

GLEN VIEW ROAD, HD8 8JS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GLEN VIEW ROAD, HD8 8JS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

282

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 51,700 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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5/10
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4/10
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10/10
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1/10
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7/10
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7/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. HD8 8JS's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £188k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £188k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

HD8 8JS is a sought-after residential area on Glen View Road, 0.2km from Far Bank, Shelley in Shelley (Kirklees). Administratively it sits within Kirkburton ward and the Dewsbury constituency.

For serious buyers, HD8 8JS is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 86% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £188k. 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 8JS are sourced from Output Area E00056037 (shared with 8 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 8JS. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.4%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 165,250

2 sales · Mean £ 165,250

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

HD8 8JS has low crime rates — 9 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences7
Criminal damage and arson4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other crime2
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Shelley First School

Outstanding193 pupils0.2 km
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Shepley First School

Good172 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Dearnley Ice Cream And Coffee Shop0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Mccolls0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Shelley Cricket Club0.6 km
  • Shelley Sports And Social Club0.4 km
  • The Flying Ferret0.6 km
  • The Rising Sun0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Shelley Fisheries0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shepley0.7 km
  • Stocksmoor1.8 km
  • Denby Dale3.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Penistone Road Far Bank0.1 km
  • Penistone Road Far Bank0.2 km
  • New Hey Moor Houses0.2 km
  • New Hey Moor Houses0.3 km
  • Penistone Rd Cleveland Way0.3 km