Westfield Lane is in Emley, Huddersfield and in Kirklees district. HD8 9TD is located in the Denby Dale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dewsbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Westfield Lane, Emley, Huddersfield, HD8 9TD 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 HD8 9TD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 49.4% | 48.8% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 50.6% | 51.2% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 | 24.4% | 33.8% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.7% | 47.8% | -10.9% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 8% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 5% | 6.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 (88.7%) 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 | 46.4% | 55.5% | 9.1% | 48.4% | 7.1% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 33.2% | -4.6% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 11% | 8.1% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.9% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 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 | 21.2% | 17% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 7.6% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 14.2% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6.4% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 19.9% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.2% | 33.6% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -0.2% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.4% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| White | 99.8% | 93.8% | -6.0% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
In this area, 95.6% 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% | 95.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 96% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.6% | 37.2% | 4.4% |
| Christian | 50.3% | 46.2% | 4.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Westfield Lane was 141.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 179.6% higher than the Denby Dale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Westfield Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Denby Dale and the 272nd highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 60.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Westfield Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,110,000 | 2021-12-03 | £1,296,209 |
| Butts Top Cottage Westfield Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2012-03-01 | £1,315,217 |
| 57 Westfield Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2008-05-02 | £729,872 |
| 32 Westfield Lane, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 1999-10-01 | £733,474 |
HD8 9TD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
HD8 9TD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 160 |
| Retired | 90 |
| Self-Employed | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Construction | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Moor Primary School Liley Lane , Grange Moor WF4 4EW | 3out of 4 | 2,416 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Flockton Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School Barnsley Road , Flockton WF4 4DH | 3out of 4 | 2,430 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Emley First School School Lane , Emley HD8 9RT | 4out of 4 | 2,742 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkburton Church of England Voluntary Aided First School School Hill , HD8 0SG | 3out of 4 | 2,751 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highburton Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School Northfield Lane , Highburton HD8 0QT | 3out of 4 | 3,030 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelley College, A Share Academy Huddersfield Road , Shelley HD8 8NL | 4out of 4 | 3,430 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 | 2,446 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scissett Middle School Wakefield Road , Scissett HD8 9JX | 3out of 4 | 4,490 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Norton Academy Busker Lane , Scissett HD8 9JU | 3out of 4 | 4,647 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arqiva - The Genuine Dining Co | Arqiva Emley Moor Mast, Jagger Lane | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emley Moor Working Mens Club | 2 Common Lane, Emley Moor | 406 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 12.5% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 12.5% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 25.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.