huddersfield HD7 Postcodes
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Huddersfield (HD7)
The HD7 postcode area is located in the Huddersfield postcode town region, within the county of West Yorkshire, and contains a total of 1826 individual postcodes.
There are 47 electoral wards in the HD7 postcode area, including Brighouse, Holmfirth, Huddersfield which come under the local authority of the Kirklees Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 27% of people in HD7 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of HD7 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
The HD7 postcode, located in the Huddersfield district of West Yorkshire, England, covers mainly rural areas in the Colne Valley, including parts of Marsden, Slaithwaite, and Golcar. As it is a rural area, there are limited amenities and population density is quite low.
The postcode contains some mainstrands of the A62 road which connect it to other nearby areas such as Meltham and Brockholes. The Grade two listed Victoria Locks which on the Huddersfield Narrow Canal, located in Marsden, is considered to be of significant historical importance in the area.
House prices in the area are relatively low, while local schools, both primary and secondary, generally receive favourable ratings from Ofsted. The local environment consists mainly of rolling countryside alongside the industrial centres of Huddersfield and Manchester.
Unsurprisingly, the area is popular among nature lovers, with residents often finding walking and cycling routes to take advantage of the verdant landscape. Popular destinations include the River Colne, Standedge Tunnel and Visitor Centre, and Storthes Hall Park.
The postcode area is also known for its historic pubs. The Causeway Inn, located in Golcar is a Grade two listed building dating back to the 17th century. The Rhubarb Triangle is nearby, which has fascinated historians with its curiosities for centuries.
Sports is also a popular pastime in the HD7 postcode, with teams like Hollinwood FC, Slaithwaite Saracens, and Marsden FC participating in the local West Riding County Amateur League. Local theatre groups, such as the Marsden Speech and Drama Group, are also active in the area.
Demographics
West Yorkshire
HD7 is located in the county of West Yorkshire, in England.
West Yorkshire has a total population of 2,299,700, making it the 4th largest county in the UK.
West Yorkshire has a total area of 783 square miles, and a population density of 1133 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | HD7 |
| Postal Town | Huddersfield |
| MSOA Name | Kirklees 059 |
| LSOA Name | Kirklees 059B |
| County | West Yorkshire |
| Region | West Yorkshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Kirklees |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
HD7 Electoral Wards
The postal region of HD7, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Monday, April 8, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 27% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.