Oak Avenue is in Meltham, Holmfirth and in Kirklees district. HD9 5PN 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 Oak Avenue, Meltham, Holmfirth, HD9 5PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HD9 5AH, HD9 5PX, HD9 5AJ, HD9 5PL, HD9 5PJ, HD9 5PW, HD9 5QE, HD9 5PF, HD9 5LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HD9 5PN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 54.5% | 52.4% | -2.1% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 45.5% | 47.6% | 2.1% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 | 21.6% | 28.6% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 49% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 15.3% | 13% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 7.8% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 34.1% | 44.3% | 10.2% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 41.2% | 35.1% | -6.1% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 17.1% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.1% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.9% | 21.1% | -6.8% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 8.1% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 20% | 4.7% | 13.4% | 6.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.9% | 7% | -1.9% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 18.4% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 21.6% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.8% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.2% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 97.6% | 98.7% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98.7% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.6% | 13.5% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.1% | 37.2% | 11.9% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Avenue was 13.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.5% lower than the Colne Valley average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Oak Avenue has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Colne Valley and the 62nd lowest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -86.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Oak Avenue, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £262,000 | 2024-12-18 | £274,344 |
| 20 Oak Avenue, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-11-17 | £250,916 |
| 14 Oak Avenue, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2023-05-26 | £267,741 |
| 9 Oak Avenue, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £246,500 | 2022-04-08 | £284,138 |
| 1 Oak Avenue, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2020-10-16 | £232,096 |
HD9 5PN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in HD9 5PN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 194 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helme Church of England Academy Helme , Meltham HD9 5RW | 1out of 4 | 1,029 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meltham CofE (VC) Primary School Holmfirth Road , Meltham HD9 4DA | 3out of 4 | 1,369 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Linthwaite Clough J I & Early Years Unit Chapel Hill , Linthwaite HD7 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,146 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nields Junior Infant and Nursery School Nields Road , Slaithwaite HD7 5HT | 3out of 4 | 3,215 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 | 3,402 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor End Academy Dryclough Road , Crosland Moor HD4 5JA | 4out of 4 | 5,241 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| H Lounge Bar & Kitchen | H Coffee Lounge, 21G Station Street | 709 yd | |
| Number 3 | 3 Huddersfield Road, Meltham | 841 yd | |
| Meltham Balti | 18-20 Huddersfield Road, Meltham | 841 yd | |
| The Munchies Meltham, First Floor, 2a, 4 Wessenden Head Roa | Munchies, 4 Wessenden Head Road | 863 yd | |
| Gerry's Cafe | Cafe 33, 33 Huddersfield Road | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travellers Rest | Slaithwaite Road, Meltham | 499 yd | |
| The Victoria Park Hotel | Victoria Park, 10 Station Street | 759 yd | |
| Meltham Sports & Community Group Ltd | Meltham Sports And Community Centre, Mean Lane | 790 yd | |
| The Swan | 3 Market Place, Station Street | 825 yd | |
| Waggon and Horses (Meltham) Ltd | Waggon And Horses Meltham Ltd, 16 Huddersfield Road | 883 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wonderful | 111 Helme Lane, Meltham | 392 yd | |
| Westgate Fishbar | 2 Mill Moor Road, Meltham | 650 yd | |
| Luigis Little Italy | 17 Huddersfield Road, Meltham | 841 yd | |
| Munchies, Ground Floor, 2a, 4 Wessenden Head Road, | Munchies, 4 Wessenden Head Road | 863 yd | |
| Meltham Spice | 2 Wessenden Head Road, Meltham | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Station Street, Meltham | 818 yd | |
| The Co Operative Food | 22-24 Huddersfield Road, Meltham | 912 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Broadlands Recreation Ground BROADLANDS | grass pitches | 678 yd |
| Meltham Cricket Club Mean Lane | grass pitches | 780 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 167.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.