HD9 1EL is a safe, established residential area on Thorpe Avenue, 0.2km from Gully in Holmfirth. Administratively it sits within Holme Valley South ward and the Colne Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, HD9 1EL represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £136k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for HD9 1EL are sourced from Output Area E00056375 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THORPE AVENUE, HD9 1EL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORPE AVENUE, HD9 1EL.
322
40
£ 47,200 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HD9 1EL represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 40, HD9 1EL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £136k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD9 1EL. The average age is 40.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 131,500
2 sales · Mean £ 131,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HD9 1EL has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Holmfirth Junior Infant and Nursery School
Scholes (Holmfirth) J & I School
New Mill Infant School
New Mill Junior School
Upperthong Junior and Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Andrews Greengrocers0.8 km
- Bargain Booze0.8 km
- Bon Chocolat0.8 km
- Oxfam Books and Music0.8 km
- Holmfirth Food & Wine0.8 km
- + 8 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Old Bridge Hotel and Restaurant0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
30 nearby- Cask0.8 km
- Cave0.9 km
- Mexicali0.8 km
- Beatties Deli & Coffee Shop0.7 km
- Oscar's Cafe & Wine Bar0.7 km
- + 25 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Atlantis Pizza0.8 km
- Breadquarters0.8 km
- Holmfirth Spice0.8 km
- Master Pizza Bar0.8 km
- Da Vincis Pizza0.6 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Holme Valley Masonic Hall0.7 km
- Holmfirth Cricket Club0.8 km
- The Picturedrome0.7 km
- Elephant And Castle Inn0.8 km
- Holmfirth Tavern0.8 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co Operative Food and Cafe0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brockholes3.4 km
- Stocksmoor4.7 km
- Honley4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Cinder Hills Road Arndale Grove0.1 km
- Cinder Hills Road Arndale Grove0.1 km
- Cinder Hills Rd Stake Lane Bank0.1 km
- Cinder Hills Rd Stake Lane Bank0.1 km
- Cinder Hills Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HD91EL · Data under Open Government Licence