Carrs Road is in Marsden, Huddersfield and in Kirklees district. HD7 6JN 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 Carrs Road, Marsden, Huddersfield, HD7 6JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HD7 6JJ, HD7 6EJ, HD7 6EH, HD7 6JL, HD7 6BH, HD7 6EL, HD7 6JW, HD7 6EW, HD7 6BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HD7 6JN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.1% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.9% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.9% | 25.7% | -4.2% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46% | 46.6% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 4.2% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 12% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 10.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31.6% | 39.7% | 8.1% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 40.3% | 29.3% | -11.0% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 21% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 8.3% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 8.3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 29.9% | 19.8% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 11.5% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 4.7% | -7.4% | 13.4% | -8.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 7.8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 14.1% | -1.1% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 39.6% | 17.3% | 33.8% | 5.8% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.9% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 97.2% | 97.3% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 96.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.5% | 37.2% | 1.3% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carrs Road was 29.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.8% lower than the Colne Valley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Carrs Road has the 20th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Colne Valley and the 242nd lowest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Carrs Road, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2023-03-28 | £157,629 |
| 22 Carrs Road, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2005-10-17 | £217,458 |
| 22 Carrs Road, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £38,000 | 1999-09-24 | £155,481 |
HD7 6JN 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 HD7 6JN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marsden Junior School Manchester Road , Marsden HD7 6EP | 2out of 4 | 131 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsden Infant and Nursery School Brougham Road , Marsden HD7 6BN | 3out of 4 | 249 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School Holme Lane , Slaithwaite HD7 5UG | 3out of 4 | 3,394 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nields Junior Infant and Nursery School Nields Road , Slaithwaite HD7 5HT | 3out of 4 | 3,455 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilberlee Junior and Infant School Heys Lane , Wilberlee HD7 5UX | 3out of 4 | 3,654 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 Little Lock | 2 Marsden Lane, Marsden | 378 yd | |
| Katies Homemade Kitchen | Marsden Mechanics, Peel Street | 395 yd | |
| Mozarella | 21-23 Peel Street, Marsden | 414 yd | |
| St Bartholomews Church Community Cafe | The Parochial Hall, Clough Lea | 852 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marsden Socialist Institute | Sunny Lea, Manchester Road | 144 yd | |
| The Shakespeare | Shakespeare Inn, 33 Peel Street | 364 yd | |
| Marsden Liberal Club | Peel Street, Marsden | 373 yd | |
| The Royal British Legion | Grange Cottages, Marsden | 400 yd | |
| New Inn | Manchester Road, Marsden | 407 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marsden Fisheries | 29 Peel Street, Marsden | 414 yd | |
| Marsden Spice And Pizza | 36 Peel Street, Marsden | 414 yd | |
| Marios Diner | 9 Peel Street, Marsden | 427 yd | |
| Mazza's | 17 Peel Street, Marsden | 427 yd | |
| Katies Homemade Kitchen | 1 Market Place, Marsden | 457 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co Operative Food | 6 Peel Street, Marsden | 427 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Lane FALL LANE | grass pitches | 561 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 54.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.94 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.94 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.