Colders Lane is in Meltham, Holmfirth and in Kirklees district. HD9 4HZ is located in the Holme Valley North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Colne Valley. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Colders Lane, Meltham, Holmfirth, HD9 4HZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HD9 4HJ, HD9 4FB, HD9 4HH, HD9 5LR, HD9 4HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HD9 4HZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.3% | 51.7% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 45.7% | 48.3% | 2.6% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 HD9 4HZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56% 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 | 22.3% | 26.9% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.3% | 56% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 11.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9% | 8.9% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 9% | 5.9% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 46.6% | 54.1% | 7.5% | 48.4% | 5.7% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 30.3% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 13% | 10% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 4.7% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 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 | 20% | 12.4% | -7.6% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.8% | 5.6% | -0.2% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 14.5% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 7% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 19.2% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.9% | 39.3% | 3.4% | 33.8% | 5.5% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.1% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.3% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
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 | 97.6% | 97.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 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 | 97.6% | 97.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.1% | 76.7% | 13.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Colders Lane was 82.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.5% higher than the Colne Valley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Colders Lane has the 22nd highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Colne Valley and the 578th highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 180 Colders Lane, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2002-08-09 | £1,018,101 |
HD9 4HZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 144 |
| Retired | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 32 |
| Construction | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meltham Moor Primary School Birmingham Lane , Meltham HD9 5LH | 3out of 4 | 993 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meltham CofE (VC) Primary School Holmfirth Road , Meltham HD9 4DA | 3out of 4 | 1,213 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Helme Church of England Academy Helme , Meltham HD9 5RW | 1out of 4 | 2,084 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nields Junior Infant and Nursery School Nields Road , Slaithwaite HD7 5HT | 3out of 4 | 4,117 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linthwaite Clough J I & Early Years Unit Chapel Hill , Linthwaite HD7 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 4,277 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 | 2out of 4 | 4,529 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pink Elephant Persian Lounge | 4 Holmfirth Road, Meltham | 866 yd | |
| The Munchies Meltham, First Floor, 2a, 4 Wessenden Head Roa | Munchies, 4 Wessenden Head Road | 867 yd | |
| Number 3 | 3 Huddersfield Road, Meltham | 922 yd | |
| Meltham Balti | 18-20 Huddersfield Road, Meltham | 922 yd | |
| H Lounge Bar & Kitchen | H Coffee Lounge, 21G Station Street | 935 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meltham & Meltham Mills Club | Meltham Mills Liberal Working Mens Club, 17 Wessenden Head Road | 738 yd | |
| The Swan | 3 Market Place, Station Street | 909 yd | |
| The Victoria Park Hotel | Victoria Park, 10 Station Street | 932 yd | |
| Waggon and Horses (Meltham) Ltd | Waggon And Horses Meltham Ltd, 16 Huddersfield Road | 961 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meltham Spice | 2 Wessenden Head Road, Meltham | 735 yd | |
| Westgate Fishbar | 2 Mill Moor Road, Meltham | 790 yd | |
| Munchies, Ground Floor, 2a, 4 Wessenden Head Road, | Munchies, 4 Wessenden Head Road | 867 yd | |
| Meltham Fisheries | 11 Holmfirth Road, Meltham | 903 yd | |
| Luigis Little Italy | 17 Huddersfield Road, Meltham | 922 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co Operative Food | 22-24 Huddersfield Road, Meltham | 999 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.