Whingrove Avenue is in Meltham, Holmfirth and in Kirklees district. HD9 5LP 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 Whingrove Avenue, Meltham, Holmfirth, HD9 5LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HD9 5JR, HD9 5LU, HD9 5NA, HD9 5JP, HD9 5JS, HD9 5LR, HD9 5JL, HD9 5JQ, HD9 5JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HD9 5LP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 50.5% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 46.9% | 49.5% | 2.6% | 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 HD9 5LP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54% 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 | 18.9% | 24.1% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -13.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.3% | 54% | -10.3% | 44.2% | 9.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 11.8% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 8.9% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 (85.4%) 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 | 47.3% | 49.7% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 35.7% | -1.9% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 10.9% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 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 | 18.5% | 13.9% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 8.9% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 12.7% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 9.3% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 19.8% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.3% | 32.5% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 4% | 3% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 99% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 97.1% | 97.3% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 96.8% | 97.3% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.5% | 37.2% | 5.3% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Whingrove Avenue was 16.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.7% lower than the Colne Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Whingrove Avenue has the 7th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Colne Valley and the 100th lowest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Whingrove Avenue, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-06-05 | £218,008 |
| 39 Whingrove Avenue, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £253,000 | 2025-02-18 | £261,898 |
| 5 Whingrove Avenue, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-09-06 | £264,835 |
| 33 Whingrove Avenue, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-03-22 | £268,062 |
| 5 Whingrove Avenue, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2020-12-09 | £207,182 |
HD9 5LP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 693 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meltham CofE (VC) Primary School Holmfirth Road , Meltham HD9 4DA | 3out of 4 | 953 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Helme Church of England Academy Helme , Meltham HD9 5RW | 1out of 4 | 1,679 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nields Junior Infant and Nursery School Nields Road , Slaithwaite HD7 5HT | 3out of 4 | 3,926 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linthwaite Clough J I & Early Years Unit Chapel Hill , Linthwaite HD7 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,929 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 | 4,144 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Munchies Meltham, First Floor, 2a, 4 Wessenden Head Roa | Munchies, 4 Wessenden Head Road | 499 yd | |
| Pink Elephant Persian Lounge | 4 Holmfirth Road, Meltham | 514 yd | |
| H Lounge Bar & Kitchen | H Coffee Lounge, 21G Station Street | 529 yd | |
| Number 3 | 3 Huddersfield Road, Meltham | 543 yd | |
| Meltham Balti | 18-20 Huddersfield Road, Meltham | 543 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meltham & Meltham Mills Club | Meltham Mills Liberal Working Mens Club, 17 Wessenden Head Road | 412 yd | |
| The Swan | 3 Market Place, Station Street | 527 yd | |
| The Victoria Park Hotel | Victoria Park, 10 Station Street | 535 yd | |
| Waggon and Horses (Meltham) Ltd | Waggon And Horses Meltham Ltd, 16 Huddersfield Road | 590 yd | |
| Meltham Sports & Community Group Ltd | Meltham Sports And Community Centre, Mean Lane | 1,018 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westgate Fishbar | 2 Mill Moor Road, Meltham | 376 yd | |
| Meltham Spice | 2 Wessenden Head Road, Meltham | 392 yd | |
| Munchies, Ground Floor, 2a, 4 Wessenden Head Road, | Munchies, 4 Wessenden Head Road | 499 yd | |
| Luigis Little Italy | 17 Huddersfield Road, Meltham | 543 yd | |
| Meltham Fisheries | 11 Holmfirth Road, Meltham | 544 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co Operative Food | 22-24 Huddersfield Road, Meltham | 631 yd | |
| Morrisons | Station Street, Meltham | 760 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Meltham Ce Primary School HOLMFIRTH ROAD | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Broadlands Recreation Ground BROADLANDS | grass pitches | 920 yd |
| Meltham Cricket Club Mean Lane | grass pitches | 1,000 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 | 177.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.