Moor Lane is in Kirkburton, Huddersfield and in Kirklees district. HD8 0QS is located in the Kirkburton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dewsbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moor Lane, Kirkburton, Huddersfield, HD8 0QS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HD8 0XE, HD8 0RE, HD8 0RF, HD8 0RG, HD8 0RD, HD8 0XF, HD8 0TB, HD8 0QR, HD8 0XQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HD8 0QS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 51.5% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 51.3% | 48.5% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 HD8 0QS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.7% 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 | 16.7% | 17.5% | 0.8% | 37.9% | -20.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.6% | 67.7% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 23.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 3.9% | 2.3% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -6.8% |
| Widowed | 7% | 8.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58% | 51.7% | -6.3% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 36.1% | 5.8% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 9.9% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
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 43.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.7% | 12.7% | 3.0% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 6.6% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 11.6% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 5.4% | -1.6% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 17.8% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.7% | 43.2% | -1.5% | 33.8% | 9.4% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.3% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 99.3% | 96.7% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 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 | 98.7% | 96.7% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 76.7% | 15.0% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31% | 37.2% | -6.2% |
| Christian | 64% | 46.2% | 17.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moor Lane was 41.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.5% lower than the Almondbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Moor Lane has the 26th lowest crime rate of 80 local areas in Almondbury and the 366th lowest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 307.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Moor Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-06-28 | £404,427 |
| 24 Moor Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2024-06-13 | £425,996 |
| 54 Moor Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2022-11-11 | £617,438 |
| 66 Moor Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2022-09-09 | £364,219 |
| 20 Moor Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £363,000 | 2020-12-18 | £455,130 |
HD8 0QS 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 HD8 0QS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 117 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Education | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highburton Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School Northfield Lane , Highburton HD8 0QT | 3out of 4 | 140 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkburton Church of England Voluntary Aided First School School Hill , HD8 0SG | 3out of 4 | 1,077 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowley Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School Rowley Lane , Lepton HD8 0JD | 3out of 4 | 1,542 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lepton CofE Primary Academy Station Road , Lepton HD8 0DE | - not rated | 2,105 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shelley First School School Terrace , Far Bank HD8 8HU | 4out of 4 | 2,745 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King James's School St Helen's Gate , Almondbury HD4 6SG | 3out of 4 | 2,893 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shelley College, A Share Academy Huddersfield Road , Shelley HD8 8NL | 4out of 4 | 4,358 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkburton Middle School Turnshaws Avenue , Kirkburton HD8 0TJ | 3out of 4 | 787 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southgate School Southfield Road , Almondbury HD5 8TG | 3out of 4 | 3,359 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodley School and College Dog Kennel Bank , HD5 8JE | 3out of 4 | 5,156 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burton Sweet Emporium & Tearoom | Burton Sweet Emporium and Tearoom, 55A North Road | 559 yd | |
| Norman's Neighborhood Kitchen | 22A North Road, Kirkburton | 602 yd | |
| Joys Coffee House | 109A-111A North Road, Kirkburton | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smiths Arms | 1 Town Gate, Highburton | 401 yd | |
| Kirkburton Liberal Club | 57 North Road, Kirkburton | 602 yd | |
| Spring Grove Tavern | 20 Penistone Road, Kirkburton | 692 yd | |
| The Foxglove | 36A Penistone Road, Kirkburton | 692 yd | |
| White Swan | 123 Penistone Road, Kirkburton | 858 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Grove Fisheries | 26 Penistone Road, Kirkburton | 692 yd | |
| Kirkburton Spice, Pizza Village and Curry House | Kirkburton Spice Pizza Village and Curry House, 81c North Road | 695 yd | |
| Pino's Place Kirkburton | Pinos Place Kirkburton, 11 George Street | 1,018 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burton Village Hall BURTON VILLAGE HALL BURTON VILLAGE HALL NORTHFIELD LANE | 242 yd | |
| Gregory Playing Fields BURTON ACRES LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 398 yd |
| Kirkburton Middle School KIRKBURTON MIDDLE SCHOOL KIRKBURTON MIDDLE SCHOOL TURNSHAW AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 687 yd |
| Kirkburton Cricket Club RILEY PARK | grass pitches | 1,061 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 | 127 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.