Dunford Road is in Holmfirth and in Kirklees district. HD9 2DT is located in the Holme Valley South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Colne Valley. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dunford Road, Holmfirth, HD9 2DT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HD9 1AY, HD9 2DS, HD9 1EG, HD9 1EQ, HD9 1EA, HD7 1EA, HD9 1EF, HD9 1EW, HD9 2DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HD9 2DT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 52.6% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 51.2% | 47.4% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 26.5% | 37.2% | 10.7% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.2% | 37.6% | -11.6% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 17.2% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 8.1% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 5.2% | -3.6% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 (87.1%) 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 | 56.1% | 58.4% | 2.3% | 48.4% | 10.0% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 28.7% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 8.3% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 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.
In the area around HD9 2DT this area, 9.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 51.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.4% | 9.3% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 4% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 11.3% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.4% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 17.3% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.5% | 51.6% | 7.1% | 33.8% | 17.8% |
| Other | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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 | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98% | 96.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 97.3% | 91.7% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 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 | 96.7% | 90.8% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.1% | 76.7% | 14.4% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.6% | 37.2% | 18.4% |
| Christian | 35.9% | 46.2% | -10.3% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dunford Road was 45.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.8% lower than the Holme Valley South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dunford Road has the 38th highest crime rate of 87 local areas in Holme Valley South and the 419th lowest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 196.2%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Dunford Road, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2025-08-27 | £340,076 |
| 128 Dunford Road, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £264,000 | 2025-06-27 | £274,958 |
| Hill View Dunford Road, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-06-13 | £243,961 |
| 212 Dunford Road, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2025-02-28 | £219,935 |
| 108 Dunford Road, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-12-13 | £155,914 |
HD9 2DT 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.
HD9 2DT 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Education | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holmfirth Junior Infant and Nursery School Cartworth Road , HD9 2RG | 3out of 4 | 232 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Upperthong Junior and Infant School Burnlee Road , HD9 2LE | 3out of 4 | 1,376 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scholes (Holmfirth) J & I School Wadman Road , Scholes HD9 1SZ | 2out of 4 | 1,463 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Mill Infant School Kirkroyds Lane , New Mill HD9 1LS | - not rated | 1,925 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Mill Junior School Royds Avenue , New Mill HD9 1LJ | - not rated | 2,033 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,202 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Honley High School Station Road , Honley HD9 6QJ | 3out of 4 | 5,081 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ten Fourteen | 10-14 Dunford Road, Holmfirth | 452 yd | |
| Bengal Spice | 2-6 Victoria Arcade, Dunford Road | 454 yd | |
| Barhemian | 5 Victoria Square, Holmfirth | 554 yd | |
| The Nook | 3 Victoria Square, Holmfirth | 554 yd | |
| Lou And Joes Burger Co | 11 Victoria Square, Holmfirth | 554 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Underbank Working Mens Club | 105 Dunford Road, Holmfirth | 187 yd | |
| Shoulder Of Mutton Inn | 2 Dunford Road, Holmfirth | 454 yd | |
| The Hide Out | Health Kitchen, 7 Hollowgate | 600 yd | |
| Elephant And Castle Inn | Hollowgate, Holmfirth | 606 yd | |
| The Picturedrome | Market Walk, Victoria Street | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medina Takeaway | 71 Dunford Road, Holmfirth | 4 yd | |
| Da Vincis Pizza | 1 Victoria Arcade, Dunford Road | 454 yd | |
| The Hatch | Lotties, 11 Hollowgate | 603 yd | |
| Breadquarters | Ashten And Mason Ltd, 4 Hollowgate | 604 yd | |
| Atlantis Pizza | 2 Hollowgate, Holmfirth | 606 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co Operative Food and Cafe | The Co Operative Food, Market Street | 844 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Cross Grounds Dunford Road | grass pitches | 752 yd |
| Holmfirth Civic Hall HUDDERSFIELD ROAD | 849 yd | |
| Holmfirth Cricket Club HOLMFIRTH CRICKET CLUB HOLMFIRTH CRICKET CLUB BRIDGE LANE | grass pitches | 991 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 | 61.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.