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Denby Dale, Cumberworth & Clayton West

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About

Denby Dale, Cumberworth, and Clayton West are neighbouring villages in the Kirklees district, set in the rolling countryside of West Yorkshire. The area is known for its rural charm, with farmland, woodland, and quiet lanes connecting the communities. Denby Dale is famous for its giant pies, baked to mark special occasions, while Clayton West is home to the Kirklees Light Railway, a popular heritage attraction. The villages offer a mix of local shops, pubs, and community events, with easy access to the Pennine foothills for walking and outdoor activities.

The landscape is characterised by green fields, hedgerows, and scattered farms, with the River Dearne flowing through the area. Cumberworth sits between Denby Dale and Clayton West, with a more secluded feel and historic stone buildings. The villages have strong community ties, with annual events like the Denby Dale Pie Festival drawing visitors. Transport links include the Penistone railway line, connecting the area to Huddersfield and Sheffield, while the M1 motorway is a short drive away for wider travel.

Area overview

On average Denby Dale, Cumberworth & Clayton West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Denby Dale, Cumberworth & Clayton West is £48,600 per year. There are 8 schools in Denby Dale, Cumberworth & Clayton West: 6 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Denby Dale, Cumberworth & Clayton West is home to around 10,065 people, with a population density of about 429.2 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
43
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
4.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Denby Dale, Cumberworth & Clayton West Population
10,065
Population density
429.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,651
95.89%
Other White
89
0.88%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
72
0.72%
White and Asian (mixed)
71
0.71%
Irish
34
0.34%
Total population: 10,065

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,841
43.3%
Owns with a mortgage
1,559
36.67%
Private landlord or letting agency
501
11.78%
Social rents from council
191
4.49%
Other forms of private rent
96
2.26%
Total households: 4,252

Property prices in Denby Dale, Cumberworth & Clayton West

Based on 130 recent sales, the median property price is £260,000 in Denby Dale, Cumberworth & Clayton West area, with individual transactions ranging from £51,875 up to £1,700,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Denby Dale, Cumberworth & Clayton West in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Denby Dale, Cumberworth & Clayton West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached50£398,750
Flats2£166,000
Semi-Detached37£240,000
Terraced41£196,500

10 years median price trend in Denby Dale, Cumberworth & Clayton West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Denby Dale, Cumberworth & Clayton West.

All postcodes in Denby Dale, Cumberworth & Clayton West

HD88NJ

Leak Hall Road

HD88TY

Lower Denby Lane

HD89PQ

Crown Terrace

HD88PP

Lane Hackings

HD89NN

Wakefield Road

HD81EJ

Denby Dale

HD81EP

Denby Dale

HD81DY

Denby Dale

HD88RP

Wakefield Road

HD89LU

Pack Horse Close

HD89PT

Park Avenue

HD81FR

Denby Dale

HD88NX

Dearnfield

HD89QW

The Close

HD88NS

Barnsley Road

HD88RR

Wood Nook

HD89UZ

Park Gate Court

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/12/2025.