Postcode Analysis Kirklees, Yorkshire and The Humber

WAKEFIELD ROAD, HD8 9HU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WAKEFIELD ROAD, HD8 9HU.

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Population

488

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 48,600 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10
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9/10
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3/10
workEmployment
7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

HD8 9HU is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 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. Property prices are trending down 48.1% year-on-year.

home £215,400 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

HD8 9HU is a safe, established residential area on Wakefield Road, 0.3km from Spring Grove in Clayton West and Scissett. Administratively it sits within Denby Dale ward and the Dewsbury constituency.

For families considering a move, HD8 9HU represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £215k, down 48.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for HD8 9HU are sourced from Output Area E00056010 (shared with 10 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 9HU. The average age is 38.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 208,375

8 sales · Mean £ 188,718

Semi-Detached

£ 140,000

1 sales · Mean £ 140,000

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

HD8 9HU has low crime rates — 28 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 offences41
Other theft12
Public order12
Shoplifting12
Burglary8

school Local Schools

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Scissett Church of England Academy

Outstanding170 pupils0.2 km
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Scissett Middle School

Good619 pupils0.4 km
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Joseph Norton Academy

Good66 pupils0.6 km
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Kaye's Academy

Good0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Crown0.4 km
  • Nortonthorpe Sports Club0.2 km
  • Scissett Wmc0.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • BBQ Base0.3 km
  • Bread and Butter0.2 km
  • G.K.I.0.2 km
  • Mustang Cafe And Takeaway0.0 km
  • Saffron0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Clayton West Village Stores0.8 km
  • Shop0.0 km
  • Well Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Scissett Stores0.3 km
  • Wordsworth News0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Emley Rugby Snack Bar0.4 km
  • Kirklees Light Railway0.8 km
  • Kids Creations0.7 km
  • Valentinos0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Denby Dale3.5 km
  • Shepley5.4 km
  • Darton6.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Wakefield Road Scissett Baths0.0 km
  • Wakefield Road Scissett Baths0.1 km
  • Barnsley Road Springfield Ave0.1 km
  • Barnsley Road Springfield Ave0.1 km
  • Chapel Hill Duke Wood Road0.2 km