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Golcar

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Kirklees / Golcar

About

Golcar is a ward in Kirklees, West Yorkshire, located on the hillside above the Colne Valley. The area is known for its historic textile industry, with remnants of mills and workers' cottages still visible. Golcar has a mix of residential areas, green spaces, and local amenities, including shops, pubs, and community facilities. The ward offers views over Huddersfield and the surrounding valleys, with walking routes like the Colne Valley Circular Trail passing through.

The area has strong community ties, with events often held at Golcar Lily Day and the local library. Schools, churches, and sports clubs contribute to its neighbourhood feel. Public transport links connect Golcar to Huddersfield town centre and nearby villages. The ward retains a semi-rural character, with pockets of woodland and farmland blending into the urban fringe.

Area overview

On average Golcar has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 84 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Golcar is £36,789 per year. There are 6 schools in Golcar: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
84
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
11.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Golcar Population
18,736
Population density
3,049 per km²

Demographics

British
15,927
85.01%
Pakistani
666
3.55%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
494
2.64%
Other White
315
1.68%
Caribbean
205
1.09%
Total population: 18,735

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
2,841
33.89%
Owns outright
2,646
31.57%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,572
18.75%
Social rents from council
794
9.47%
Other social rented
267
3.19%
Total households: 8,382

Property prices in Golcar

Based on 240 recent sales, the median property price is £175,000 in Golcar area, with individual transactions ranging from £47,000 up to £825,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached21£301,000
Flats17£100,000
Semi-Detached77£190,000
Terraced125£160,000

10 years price trend in Golcar

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.