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Meltham

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Kirklees / Meltham

About

Meltham is a small town in the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, located about 5 miles southwest of Huddersfield. The area is surrounded by moorland and countryside, with the Peak District National Park nearby. Meltham has a mix of residential areas, local shops, and green spaces, including Meltham Park and the nearby Wessenden Valley.

The town has historical ties to the textile industry, with remnants of mills still visible. Public transport links connect Meltham to Huddersfield and other nearby towns. The area offers walking routes, such as those around Bilberry Reservoir, and is close to the scenic Holme Moss pass. Meltham maintains a community-focused atmosphere with schools, sports clubs, and annual events.

Area overview

On average Meltham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 69 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Meltham is £42,200 per year. There are 3 schools in Meltham: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
69
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
8.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Meltham Population
9,105
Population density
387.4 per km²

Demographics

British
8,513
93.49%
Other White
109
1.2%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
88
0.97%
White and Asian (mixed)
56
0.61%
Irish
48
0.53%
Total population: 9,106

Housing

Owns outright
1,585
40.81%
Owns with a mortgage
1,314
33.83%
Private landlord or letting agency
469
12.08%
Social rents from council
298
7.67%
Other social rented
109
2.81%
Total households: 3,884

Property prices in Meltham

Based on 123 recent sales, the median property price is £275,000 in Meltham area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £1,400,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached43£350,000
Flats4£188,250
Semi-Detached38£261,625
Terraced38£197,975

10 years price trend in Meltham

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Data Sources

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