Ryecroft is in Honley, Holmfirth and in Kirklees district. HD9 6NR 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 Ryecroft, Honley, Holmfirth, HD9 6NR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HD9 6NE, HD9 6PP, HD9 6NS, HD9 6NP, HD9 6PW, HD9 6DL, HD7 2QB, HD9 6PU, HD9 6DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HD9 6NR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.2% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.8% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 22.7% | 30.4% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.6% | 44.9% | -9.7% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 11.1% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 10.6% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
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 | 46.1% | 45% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 35.9% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 12.7% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 6% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 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 | 18.3% | 11.5% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 7.2% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 13.9% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 7.7% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 16.7% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.8% | 40.7% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 6.9% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.4% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.4% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 95.1% | 98.8% | 3.7% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 98.8% | 4.4% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ryecroft was 182.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 223.9% higher than the Holme Valley South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ryecroft has the 2nd highest crime rate of 87 local areas in Holme Valley South and the 158th highest crime rate of 1,334 local areas in Kirklees .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Ryecroft, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-11-14 | £387,665 |
| 5 Ryecroft, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2016-01-13 | £669,565 |
| 1 Ryecroft, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2008-01-02 | £695,912 |
| 1 Ryecroft, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2004-06-28 | £631,178 |
| 1 Ryecroft, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 1998-03-30 | £479,350 |
HD9 6NR 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in HD9 6NR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honley CofE (VC) Junior, Infant and Nursery School Jaggar Lane , Honley HD9 6BT | - not rated | 255 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockholes Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School Brockholes Lane , Brockholes HD9 7EB | 4out of 4 | 1,520 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherthong Primary School School Street , Netherthong HD9 3EB | 4out of 4 | 2,073 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherton Infant and Nursery School Netherton Moor Road , Netherton HD4 7JE | 3out of 4 | 2,073 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Crosland Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School Moor Lane , Netherton HD4 7HF | 3out of 4 | 2,232 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honley High School Station Road , Honley HD9 6QJ | 3out of 4 | 846 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmfirth High School Heys Road , Thongsbridge HD9 7SE | 3out of 4 | 2,581 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newsome Academy Castle Avenue , Newsome HD4 6JN | - not rated | 2,885 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor End Academy Dryclough Road , Crosland Moor HD4 5JA | 4out of 4 | 3,875 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King James's School St Helen's Gate , Almondbury HD4 6SG | 3out of 4 | 4,724 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirklees College Manchester Road , HD1 3LD | - not rated | 4,859 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Hill: A Specialist College for Communication and Interaction Newsome Road South , Newsome HD4 6JL | 4out of 4 | 2,923 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodley School and College Dog Kennel Bank , HD5 8JE | 3out of 4 | 4,699 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Huddersfield Lockside , Queensgate HD1 3DH | - not rated | 5,181 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southgate School Southfield Road , Almondbury HD5 8TG | 3out of 4 | 5,409 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Dantri | 13A Westgate, Honley | 494 yd | |
| Gallery Cafe | 1-2 Lupton Square, Honley | 512 yd | |
| Cafe Loom | Dixon And Franks, The Old Cornmill, 15 Westgate | 517 yd | |
| Cafe Plus | 23 Westgate, Honley | 518 yd | |
| Canton Chef | 17 Westgate, Honley | 518 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honley Cricket Club | Far End Lane, Honley | 163 yd | |
| Jacobs Well | Woodhead Road, Honley | 268 yd | |
| Phoenix Squash And Fitness Club | Eastgate, Honley | 480 yd | |
| Krafty Kettle - Ground Floor | Krafty Kettle, 13B Westgate | 491 yd | |
| Krafty | 11A-13B Westgate, Honley | 495 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Da Vincis Pizza | 6 Station Road, Honley | 403 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Dominos Pizza, 1 Huddersfield Road | 435 yd | |
| Honley Fish And Chips | 37 Westgate, Honley | 516 yd | |
| Ashten & Mason - Honley | Former, 27 Westgate | 518 yd | |
| Honley Spice | Honley Spice Ltd, 26 Bradshaw Road | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co Operative Food | 18 Westgate, Honley | 518 yd | |
| Asda Express Honley - Huddersfield Road PFS | Alpine Service Station, Huddersfield Road | 1,060 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jaggar Lane Recreation Ground ROUNDWAY | grass pitches | 202 yd |
| The Unit Fitness CROSSLEY MILLS CROSSLEY MILLS NEW MILL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 243 yd |
| Neiley Pavilion NEILEY PAVILLION NEILEY PAVILLION NEW MILL ROAD | grass pitches | 342 yd |
| Honley C.E (V.C) Junior School JAGGAR LANE | grass pitches | 366 yd |
| Phoenix Squash & Fitness Club EASTGATE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 492 yd |
| Honley Community Centre Stoney Lane | 529 yd | |
| Honley High School STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 838 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.