Gillroyd Lane is in Linthwaite, Huddersfield and in Kirklees district. HD7 5SS is located in the Colne Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Colne Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gillroyd Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield, HD7 5SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HD7 5SR, HD7 5TL, HD7 5NP, HD7 5SZ, HD7 5NH, HD7 5NW, HD7 5SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HD7 5SS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 47.2% | 49.3% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 52.8% | 50.7% | -2.1% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 HD7 5SS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 25.8% | 31.3% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.9% | 51.2% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 7.3% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 7.3% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 47.6% | 50% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 34.8% | -2.0% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 10.3% | -1.2% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.4% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 17.2% | 13.5% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 10.6% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 11% | -7.4% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.6% | 9.8% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 19.2% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.8% | 33.5% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.4% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.6% | 97.2% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 97.9% | 97.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 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 | 97.9% | 96.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 76.7% | 15.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.2% | 37.2% | 10.0% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gillroyd Lane was 37.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.3% lower than the Colne Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gillroyd Lane has the 24th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Colne Valley and the 334th lowest crime rate of 1,332 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 209 Gillroyd Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-08-27 | £238,511 |
| 200 Gillroyd Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2023-09-22 | £592,399 |
| 259 Gillroyd Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £608,750 | 2021-12-02 | £734,259 |
| 253 Gillroyd Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £388,000 | 2020-11-06 | £515,762 |
| 255 Gillroyd Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2020-10-21 | £491,835 |
HD7 5SS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% 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 5SS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 HD7 5SS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Lodge Nursery School 128a Yews Hill Road , Lockwood HD1 3SP | - not rated | 4,092 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linthwaite Clough Primary School Chapel Hill , Linthwaite HD7 5NJ | 1out of 4 | 582 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Linthwaite Clough J I & Early Years Unit Chapel Hill , Linthwaite HD7 5NJ | - not rated | 587 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linthwaite Ardron CofE (Voluntary Aided) Junior and Infant School Church Lane , Linthwaite HD7 5TA | 3out of 4 | 591 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellhouse Junior and Infant School Lower Wellhouse , Golcar HD7 4ES | 3out of 4 | 1,472 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cowlersley Primary School Main Avenue , Cowlersley HD4 5US | - not rated | 1,720 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colne Valley High School Gillroyd Lane , Linthwaite HD7 5SP | - not rated | 465 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Valley High School Gillroyd Lane , Linthwaite HD7 5SP | 3out of 4 | 465 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor End Technology College Dryclough Road , Crosland Moor HD4 5JA | - not rated | 2,927 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor End Academy Dryclough Road , Crosland Moor HD4 5JA | 4out of 4 | 2,927 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Royds Hall, A Share Academy Luck Lane , Paddock HD3 4HA | 3out of 4 | 3,714 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huddersfield New College New Hey Road , HD3 4GL | - not rated | 4,084 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhead College Greenhead Road , HD1 4ES | - not rated | 5,149 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirklees College Manchester Road , HD1 3LD | - not rated | 5,227 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royds Hall Community School Luck Lane , Paddock HD3 4HA | - not rated | 3,715 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marc Lindsay Sports College Lockwood House , Lockwood Park HD4 6EN | - not rated | 3,905 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehaven 58 Acre Lane , Meltham HD9 4DH | - not rated | 4,003 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| MPC College Lockwood House , Lockwood Park HD4 6EN | - not rated | 4,022 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royd Edge School Holmfirth Road , Meltham HD9 4DD | - not rated | 4,056 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Huddersfield Grammar School Royds Mount , Luck Lane HD1 4QX | - not rated | 4,160 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Bling | 1054 Manchester Road, Linthwaite | 730 yd | |
| Pink Flamingo Cafe and Bistro | 1000-1004 Manchester Road, Linthwaite | 744 yd | |
| Titanic Spa | Titanic Mill, Low Westwood Lane | 941 yd | |
| Thornton And Ross Ltd | Manchester Road, Linthwaite | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sair Inn / Linfit Brewery | Sair Inn, 139 Lane Top | 502 yd | |
| Th Alma | Gillroyd Lane, Linthwaite | 802 yd | |
| The Bulls Head | Blackmoorfoot, Blackmoorfoot Road | 874 yd | |
| Royal Oak | 826 Manchester Road, Linthwaite | 881 yd | |
| Broad Oak Cricket And Athletic Club | Broad Oak, Cowlersley Lane | 898 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 16, Colne Valley Business Park | 630 yd | |
| Didi Pizza | 1008 Manchester Road, Linthwaite | 730 yd | |
| Linthwaite Sandwich Bar | 1050 Manchester Road, Linthwaite | 730 yd | |
| Mr Happy Pizza | 1012 Manchester Road, Linthwaite | 730 yd | |
| Fortune Cookie | 1006 Manchester Road, Linthwaite | 730 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Colne Valley High School Sports Centre GILLROYD LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 467 yd |
| Linthwaite Methodist Tennis Club Stones Lane | tennis courts | 557 yd |
| Broad Oak Cricket Club BROAD OAK | grass pitches | 713 yd |
| Linthwaite Cricket & Bowling Club Manchester Road | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| Linthwaite Recreational Ground MANCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 1,011 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| 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 | 55.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.