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Colne Valley

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Kirklees / Colne Valley

About

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.

Area overview

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).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
61
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
5.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Colne Valley

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.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached35£395,500
Flats10£103,750
Semi-Detached40£250,000
Terraced126£200,000

10 years price trend in Colne Valley

All postcodes in Colne Valley

HD76DF

Victoria Street

HD76HA

Manchester Road (Clough Head)

HD76NL

Huddersfield Road

HD45UU

Cowlersley Lane

HD75FN

Cowlersley & Milnsbridge

HD74JJ

Scapegoat Hill, Outlane & West Golcar

HD74LE

Benny Lane

HD74NL

Pike Law Lane

HD74NZ

Nettleton Hill Road

HD75BL

James Street

HD75EA

Netherend Road

HD75EF

Bank Top

HD75PG

Clough Drive

HD75QH

Hoyle House Fold

HD75SD

Hillside View

HD75TA

Church Lane

HD76AF

Grange Avenue

HD76AW

Dirker Avenue

HD76BL

Brougham Road

HD76DH

Station Road

HD76HN

Mount Road

HD76HU

Manchester Road (Clough Head)

HD76NB

Stubbin Road

HD33FN

Gosport Lane

HD33FT

Blake Lea Lane

HD33FZ

Weldon Drive

HD75HS

Manchester Road (Slaithwaite)

HD74ET

Upper Wellhouse Road

HD74JN

Bank End Road

HD75BB

Spa Fields

HD75DR

Castle Lane

HD75EL

Lord Street

HD75NH

Crofton Close

HD75NN

Causeway Crescent

HD75RX

Hoyle Ing

HD75TD

Gillroyd Lane

HD75TQ

Hazel Grove

HD75UZ

Back O'wall

HD76JY

Meltham Road

HD45XB

Howden Close

HD75ES

Hill Top Road

HD74JT

Bolstermoor Road

HD74NP

Bolstermoor Road

HD74NW

Bolstermoor Road

HD75AZ

Rotcher Lane

HD75BU

Crimble Clough Road

HD75EB

Bank Top

HD75EJ

Meal Hill Lane

HD75FS

Marsden & Pole Moor

HD75LG

Stockerhead Lane

HD75NG

Chapel Hill

HD75QB

Spa Lane

HD75SJ

Causeway Side

HD76EB

Waters Road

HD76EH

Meltham Road

HD76EW

Manchester Road (Clough Head)

HD74JX

Clough Road

HD74LB

Watroyd Lane

HD74PN

Vermont Close

HD75ED

Union Street

HD75EE

Wood Street

HD75EQ

Lord Street

HD75HT

Lingards Road

HD75JF

Slaithwaite & Linthwaite

HD75LU

Commercial Street

HD75QJ

Holywell

HD75RQ

Slant Gate

HD75XE

Netherend Road

HD75ZE

Mill House Court

HD33YR

Springfield

HD75PJ

Upper Clough Road

HD74NS

Halifax Road

HD75DP

Ing Head

HD75FF

Linfit Fold

HD75PP

Stones Lane

HD75PE

Upper Clough Road

HD75PS

Humber Close

HD75QQ

Barber Row

HD75RH

Church Avenue

HD75TP

Blackmoorfoot Road

HD75TR

Blackmoorfoot Road

HD76AG

Marsden & Pole Moor

HD76BN

Brougham Road

HD76EU

Peel Street

HD76EZ

Manchester Road (Clough Head)

HD76JW

Carrs Road

HD33AR

New Hey Road

HD74EZ

Lees Mill Lane

HD74NX

Chapel Street

HD75FD

Canal View

HD75FE

Canal View

HD75FG

Chain Road

HD75LS

Linfit Fold

HD75NZ

Holyoake Avenue

HD75PA

Stones Lane

HD75PQ

Upper Clough Road

HD75SX

Heath Close

HD76ES

Manchester Road (Clough Head)

HD76HH

Mount Road

HD76JT

Gate Head

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.