HD8 8TH is a sought-after residential area on Norman Road, 0.2km from Denby Dale in Denby Dale. Administratively it sits within Denby Dale ward and the Dewsbury constituency.
For families considering a move, HD8 8TH represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £177k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for HD8 8TH are sourced from Output Area E00055986 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORMAN ROAD, HD8 8TH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORMAN ROAD, HD8 8TH.
325
48
£ 48,600 /yr
48%
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
HD8 8TH is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 48 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD8 8TH. The average age is 48.1. 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
Terraced
£ 135,000
11 sales · Mean £ 146,977
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HD8 8TH has low crime rates — 16 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.
school Local Schools
Denby Dale First and Nursery School
Denby Church of England Voluntary Aided First School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Bels Bakery0.1 km
- GG'S Artisan Bakery0.1 km
- Parrys Supermarkets Ltd0.2 km
- Unit A To C0.0 km
- David Gawthorpe Butchers0.1 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Denby Dale Cricket Club0.3 km
- Denby Dale Working Mens Club0.0 km
- The White Hart0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Denby Dale Tea Rooms0.2 km
- Palace Tandoori0.3 km
- Beanies Unit 190.0 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Meli-Ciow0.2 km
- Bella Dale0.3 km
- Shanghai Palace0.1 km
- Denby Dale Fisheries0.2 km
- Maxis Balti Restaurant And Pizza Bar Unit 14 To 160.2 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Denby Dale0.4 km
- Shepley3.6 km
- Stocksmoor5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Wakefield Road Wood Nook0.1 km
- Wakefield Rd Wesley Terrace0.1 km
- War Memorial0.2 km
- War Memorial0.2 km
- Wakefield Road Wood Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HD88TH · Data under Open Government Licence