Jackroyd Lane is in Huddersfield and in Kirklees district. HD4 6RB is located in the Newsome electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Huddersfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Jackroyd Lane, Huddersfield, HD4 6RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HD4 6QZ, HD4 6QY, HD4 6QX, HD4 6QU, HD4 6LR, HD4 6LP, HD4 6RE, HD4 6RA, HD4 6RH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HD4 6RB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 48.3% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 50.8% | 51.7% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of HD4 6RB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.2% | 23.5% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 57.3% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 13.1% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.8% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 8.5% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 42.2% | 40.9% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 35.9% | -2.2% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 16.3% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 5% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.2% | 20.3% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 11.5% | 2.3% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 10% | -6.6% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.9% | 11.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 5.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 14.9% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.4% | 28% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 6.6% | 4.2% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 11.7% | 15.1% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 12.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 78.7% | 77.9% | -0.8% | 81.4% | -3.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 87.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.8% | 87.3% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.3% | 8.3% | 2.0% | 5.6% | 2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.8% | 87% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.6% | 10.6% | 9.8% | 0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 1% | -6.6% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.3% | 13.5% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.1% | 37.2% | -10.1% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Muslim | 17.4% | 6.5% | 10.9% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Jackroyd Lane was 33.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.8% lower than the Newsome average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Jackroyd Lane has the 14th lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Newsome and the 275th lowest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71 Jackroyd Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-09-11 | £183,623 |
| 61 Jackroyd Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-06-20 | £194,507 |
| 41 Jackroyd Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-07-24 | £245,550 |
| 69 Jackroyd Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-02-03 | £197,455 |
| 49 Jackroyd Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-07-14 | £223,918 |
HD4 6RB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in HD4 6RB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Primary School Headfield Road , Newsome HD4 6LU | - not rated | 454 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newsome Junior School Newsome Junior School, Castle Avenue , Newsome HD4 6JN | 2out of 4 | 731 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Berry Brow Infant and Nursery School Berry Brow I & N School, Birch Road , Berry Brow HD4 7LP | 3out of 4 | 1,176 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Pleasant Primary School Mount Street , Lockwood HD1 3QP | 3out of 4 | 1,252 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowerhouses CofE (Voluntary Controlled) Junior Infant and Early Years School Lowerhouses Lane , Almondbury HD5 8JY | 3out of 4 | 1,444 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newsome Academy Castle Avenue , Newsome HD4 6JN | - not rated | 729 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor End Academy Dryclough Road , Crosland Moor HD4 5JA | 4out of 4 | 2,284 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Honley High School Station Road , Honley HD9 6QJ | 3out of 4 | 2,495 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King James's School St Helen's Gate , Almondbury HD4 6SG | 3out of 4 | 2,769 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherhall Learning Campus High School Netherhall Avenue , Rawthorpe HD5 9PG | 3out of 4 | 3,641 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirklees College Manchester Road , HD1 3LD | - not rated | 1,643 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhead College Greenhead Road , HD1 4ES | - not rated | 2,446 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Huddersfield New College New Hey Road , HD3 4GL | - not rated | 5,194 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 | 3,281 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Hill: A Specialist College for Communication and Interaction Newsome Road South , Newsome HD4 6JL | 4out of 4 | 526 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodley School and College Dog Kennel Bank , HD5 8JE | 3out of 4 | 1,479 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Huddersfield Lockside , Queensgate HD1 3DH | - not rated | 1,877 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ES Independent School Kirklees 20 Greenhead Road , Huddersfield HD1 4EN | - not rated | 2,373 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southgate School Southfield Road , Almondbury HD5 8TG | 3out of 4 | 2,986 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Kitchen | 5 Church Lane, Newsome | 353 yd | |
| Roebuck Home and Garden | 2-4 Ruth Street, Newsome | 439 yd | |
| Kirklees College | Taylor Hill Centre, Close Hill Lane | 1,005 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Hotel | 105 Jackroyd Lane, Newsome | 2 yd | |
| The Clarence | Clarence Hotel, 23 Towngate | 427 yd | |
| Newsome Working Mens Club | St Johns Avenue, Newsome | 438 yd | |
| Hall Bower Cricket Club | Hall Bower Lane, Hall Bower | 482 yd | |
| Fountain Inn | Towngate, Newsome | 523 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newsome Fisheries | 195 Newsome Road South, Newsome | 332 yd | |
| Cake N Shake | 7 Church Lane, Newsome | 353 yd | |
| Big Chef | 7 Church Lane, Newsome | 353 yd | |
| Santinos | 1 Stile Common Road, Primrose Hill | 995 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newsome Skatepark RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND TUNNACLIFFE ROAD | grass pitches | 370 yd |
| Hillside Primary School HEADFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| Westgate Arena CROSS LANE | grass pitches | 908 yd |
| Newsome High School And Sports College CASTLE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,060 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 176.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.