Flush House Lane is in Holmbridge, Holmfirth and in Kirklees district. HD7 1QD is located in the Holme Valley South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Colne Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Flush House Lane, Holmbridge, Holmfirth, HD7 1QD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HD7 1QD has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 48.3% | 50% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 51.7% | 50% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 HD7 1QD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.4% 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 | 22.2% | 23.6% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.3% | 56.4% | -5.9% | 44.2% | 12.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 11.8% | 5.7% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 5.5% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 51.7% | 54.9% | 3.2% | 48.4% | 6.5% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 28.5% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -5.1% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 11.1% | -2.4% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 4.3% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 50.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.8% | 10.1% | -9.7% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 7.8% | -1.2% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 12% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6.5% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 11.1% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.9% | 50.2% | 6.3% | 33.8% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.1% | 100% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.1% | 98.4% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 98.4% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Flush House Lane was 98.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.4% higher than the Holme Valley South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Flush House Lane has the 14th highest crime rate of 87 local areas in Holme Valley South and the 468th highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.6%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Flush House Lane, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £20,000 | 1997-09-10 | £93,017 |
HD7 1QD area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
HD7 1QD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinchliffe Mill Junior and Infant School Waterside Lane , Holmbridge HD9 2PF | 3out of 4 | 1,375 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holme Junior and Infant School Meal Hill Road , Holme HD9 2QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,579 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upperthong Junior and Infant School Burnlee Road , HD9 2LE | 3out of 4 | 2,135 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmfirth Junior Infant and Nursery School Cartworth Road , HD9 2RG | 3out of 4 | 3,255 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meltham CofE (VC) Primary School Holmfirth Road , Meltham HD9 4DA | 3out of 4 | 3,534 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holmfirth High School Heys Road , Thongsbridge HD9 7SE | 3out of 4 | 4,922 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Light Cafe | St Davids Church, Woodhead Road | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holmbridge Cricket Club | Woodhead Road, Holmbridge | 673 yd | |
| The Pickled Pheasant | Woodhead Road, Holmbridge | 882 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Davids Parish Hall WOODHEAD ROAD | 909 yd | |
| Holmbridge Recreation Ground HOLMBRIDGE RECREATION GROUND HOLMBRIDGE RECREATION GROUND WOODHEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,038 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.