Ashfield Street is in Huddersfield and in Kirklees district. HD2 1AD is located in the Ashbrow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Huddersfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashfield Street, Huddersfield, HD2 1AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HD2 1AQ, HD2 1AA, HD2 1AF, HD2 1AJ, HD2 1AH, HD2 1AN, HD2 1AE, HD2 1AX, HD2 1AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HD2 1AD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 50.2% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49.8% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around HD2 1AD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45.8% | 52.4% | 6.6% | 37.9% | 14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.2% | 29.3% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -14.9% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 11.8% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 3.5% | -3.6% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.3% | 41.3% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 37.6% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 12.4% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 6.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around HD2 1AD this area, 29.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.3% | 29.5% | -8.8% | 18.2% | 11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.4% | 13.7% | -6.7% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.6% | 12.3% | 2.7% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 3.1% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.8% | 15.4% | 9.6% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 19.8% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -14.0% |
| Other | 10.8% | 6.2% | -4.6% | 2.8% | 3.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 39.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 18.8% | 18.7% | -0.1% | 2.7% | 16.0% |
| Other Asian | 6.6% | 3.3% | -3.3% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 2.5% | 2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 11.6% | 8.7% | -2.9% | 1.0% | 7.7% |
| Other Black | 1.3% | 3% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 3.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 10.9% | 10.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 9.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 41.6% | 39.7% | -1.9% | 81.4% | -41.7% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
In this area, 66.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.3% | 66.2% | -6.1% | 83.2% | -17.0% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 9.4% | 7.7% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 5% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 19.8% | 14.4% | -5.4% | 5.6% | 8.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5% | 3.3% | -1.7% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 71.3% | 66.2% | -5.1% | 83.2% | -17.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 19.7% | 18.4% | 9.8% | 9.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.9% | 9.4% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 6.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.3% | 2.7% | -2.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.2% | 2% | -12.2% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.7% | 76.7% | -11.0% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 4% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.6% | 37.2% | -7.6% |
| Christian | 33.3% | 46.2% | -12.9% |
| Muslim | 28.3% | 6.5% | 21.8% |
| Sikh | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashfield Street was 226.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 121.6% higher than the Ashbrow average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ashfield Street has the 12th highest crime rate of 86 local areas in Ashbrow and the 105th highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 173.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 29.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Ashfield Street, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2025-03-31 | £63,649 |
| 10 Ashfield Street, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £39,950 | 2020-10-30 | £52,956 |
| 13 Ashfield Street, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2020-07-13 | £49,045 |
| 14 Ashfield Street, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £39,950 | 2020-05-29 | £57,475 |
| 12 Ashfield Street, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £39,950 | 2020-05-29 | £57,475 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Other | 19 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birkby Junior School Mead Street , Fartown HD1 6HE | 3out of 4 | 573 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrow School Ash Meadow Close , Sheepridge HD2 1EX | 3out of 4 | 940 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkby Infant and Nursery School Blacker Road , Birkby HD1 5HQ | 4out of 4 | 1,196 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fixby Junior and Infant School Lightridge Road , Fixby HD2 2HB | 3out of 4 | 1,253 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary Academy Bradley Boulevard , Sheepridge HD2 1EA | - not rated | 1,526 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Huddersfield Trust School Woodhouse Hall Road , HD2 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 881 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherhall Learning Campus High School Netherhall Avenue , Rawthorpe HD5 9PG | 3out of 4 | 1,855 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic College Specialist in Humanities Bradley Bar , HD2 2JT | 3out of 4 | 1,906 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rastrick High School Field Top Road , Rastrick HD6 3XB | 3out of 4 | 4,135 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salendine Nook High School Academy New Hey Road , HD3 4GN | 3out of 4 | 4,222 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenhead College Greenhead Road , HD1 4ES | - not rated | 2,192 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirklees College Manchester Road , HD1 3LD | - not rated | 2,673 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Huddersfield New College New Hey Road , HD3 4GL | - not rated | 4,353 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royds Hall, A Share Academy Luck Lane , Paddock HD3 4HA | 1out of 4 | 3,498 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mount School 3 Binham Road , Edgerton HD2 2AP | - not rated | 1,881 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| ES Independent School Kirklees 20 Greenhead Road , Huddersfield HD1 4EN | - not rated | 2,093 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Huddersfield Lockside , Queensgate HD1 3DH | - not rated | 2,374 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Huddersfield Grammar School Royds Mount , Luck Lane HD1 4QX | - not rated | 3,067 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodley School and College Dog Kennel Bank , HD5 8JE | 3out of 4 | 3,079 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharans Deli | 12 Spaines Road, Fartown | 209 yd | |
| Ma Bakers | 297 Bradford Road, Fartown | 269 yd | |
| Shama Balti Indian Restaurant/Flint Street | Shama Balti, 274 Bradford Road | 357 yd | |
| Rammys cafe | 33 Alder Street, Fartown | 445 yd | |
| Shawarma Point | Unit 2, The Gateway | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harp Inn | 305 Bradford Road, Fartown | 269 yd | |
| Railway Inn | 270-272 Bradford Road, Fartown | 473 yd | |
| Lamb Inn | 115 Halifax Old Road, Birkby | 752 yd | |
| Bradley Mills Cricket And Bowling Club | Barr Street, Huddersfield | 879 yd | |
| Cowcliffe Liberal Club | Cowcliffe And Netheroyd Hill Liberal Club, 181 Netheroyd Hill Road | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lions Kitchen Takeaway | 105 Fartown Green Road, Fartown | 90 yd | |
| Downtown | 312 Bradford Road, Fartown | 186 yd | |
| Dolopy | 8C Spaines Road, Fartown | 209 yd | |
| Pizza Place | 310 Bradford Road, Fartown | 231 yd | |
| Medina Bismillah | 308 Bradford Road, Fartown | 231 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Unit 4, Huddersfield Retail Park | 1,090 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fartown Village Hall Ballroyd Road | 138 yd | |
| Fartown Arena SPAINES ROAD | grass pitches | 435 yd |
| Bradley Mills Cricket And Bowling Club BRADLEY MILLS CRICKET AND BOWLING CLUB BRADLEY MILLS CRICKET AND BOWLING CLUB BARR STREET | grass pitches | 752 yd |
| North Huddersfield Trust School WOODHOUSE HALL ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 792 yd |
| Leeds Road Playing Field OLD FIELDHOUSE LANE | grass pitches | 1,027 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 75.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.