Colne Valley ward is located in the southern part of Kirklees, West Yorkshire. It covers a mix of rural and semi-rural areas, including villages like Marsden, Slaithwaite, and Linthwaite. The ward is named after the River Colne, which runs through the valley, shaping its landscape. The area is known for its historic mills, many of which have been repurposed for modern use. The Pennine hills provide a scenic backdrop, with walking trails like the Colne Valley Circular attracting outdoor enthusiasts.
The ward has strong transport links, including the Huddersfield Narrow Canal and the TransPennine rail line connecting it to Manchester and Leeds. Local economies are supported by small businesses, agriculture, and tourism. Community events, such as the Slaithwaite Moonraking Festival, highlight the area's cultural heritage. Schools and community centres serve the scattered population, maintaining a sense of cohesion despite the ward's varied geography.
On average Colne Valley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 61 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Colne Valley is £40,788 per year. There are 12 schools in Colne Valley: 11 primary (0 Outstanding and 8 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 211 recent sales, the median property price is £217,500 in Colne Valley area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £1,200,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 35 | £395,500 |
| Flats | 10 | £103,750 |
| Semi-Detached | 40 | £250,000 |
| Terraced | 126 | £200,000 |
10 years price trend in Colne Valley
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Slaithwaite & Linthwaite
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Spa Fields
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Pike Law Road
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Halifax Road
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Linfit Lane
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Waingate Park
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Wellfield Close
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Crimea Lane
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Kettle Lane
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Scapegoat Hill, Outlane & West Golcar
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Slaithwaite & Linthwaite
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Oak Drive
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Crimble Bank
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Sandwell Street
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Lord Street
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Lingards Road
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Glen Side Road
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Low Westwood Lane
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Gillroyd Lane
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Chain Road
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Church Lane
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Garfield Place
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Church Lane
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Inner Hey
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Manchester Road (Clough Head)
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Binn Lane
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Hazel Court
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Heath House Lane
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Slaithwaite & Linthwaite
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Manchester Road (Slaithwaite)
HD75SE
Royd House Lane
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Slaithwaite & Linthwaite
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Heys Lane
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Black Rock Court
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Carrs Road
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Deer Hill Close
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Church Lane
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Manchester Road (Clough Head)
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Nettleton Hill Road
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Church Street
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Bridge Street
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Slaithwaite & Linthwaite
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Brook Side
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Ivy Mount
HD75GY
Blackmoorfoot Road
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Britannia Road
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Belmont Street
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Elms Hill
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Bridge Street
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Blakestones Road
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Marsden Lane
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Manchester Road (Clough Head)
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High Lea
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Stubbin Road
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Manchester Road (Clough Head)
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Cowlersley Lane
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Simon Green Road
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Old Lane
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Chapel Street
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Grand Stand
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Chain Road
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Market Place
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Royds Avenue
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Hazel Grove
HD76AX
Dirker Drive
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Brougham Road
HD76ER
Manchester Road (Clough Head)
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Spa Fields
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New Hey Road
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New Hey Road
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Simon Green Road
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Spa Fields
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Carr Lane
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Church Street
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Campinot Vale
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Belmont Street
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Holyoake Avenue
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Hoyle House Fold
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Kaye Lane
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Kaye Lane
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Blakestones Road
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Crowther Bruce Mill Road
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Mill House Crescent
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Black Rock Court
HD76AU
Dirker Drive
HD76BU
Weir Side
HD76DE
The Green
HD76DU
Manchester Road (Clough Head)
HD76HP
Mount Road
HD76JJ
Carrs Road
HD33YT
Back Green
HD75BG
Carr Lane
HD75BR
Clay Lane
HD75DX
Grove Street
HD75HA
Marsden & Pole Moor
HD75JS
Back O' Dam
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Chapel Hill
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Downing Street
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Pennine View
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Broad Oak
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.