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Location in West YorkshireBlack Hill sits where the marker shows within the county.

30,852
Population
12,660
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£48,335
Avg. household income
795
Businesses
346
People per km²
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About Black Hill

Black Hill is a small settlement located in the metropolitan borough of Kirklees, within West Yorkshire, England. It lies to the west of the town of Huddersfield, near the boundary with the Pennine hills. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached houses, and is surrounded by open countryside and woodland. The postcode area BD22 covers the local region, including nearby villages and rural hamlets. The name Black Hill likely derives from the dark-coloured soil or rock formations found in the vicinity, which are typical of the local geology. The area is accessible by road and is served by local bus routes connecting it to Huddersfield and surrounding communities. There are no major landmarks or tourist attractions, but the location offers peaceful walks and views across the surrounding landscape.

School Ratings in Black Hill

Black Hill is served by 62 schools. Merlin Top Primary Academy and Beckfoot Phoenix are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Black Hill

Property prices average £191K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £149K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Black Hill

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Black Hill, with 23 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Black Hill

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Black Hill falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Black Hill

There are 28 GP surgeries within three miles of Black Hill, the nearest being Ling House Medical Centre (0.9 miles away).

Local Data for Black Hill

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Property Prices 4,676 sales

Average Price £191K
£100 , £9.76M
Detached £304K 676
Semi £180K 1,438
Terraced £149K 2,192
Flat £131K 166

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

41 Primary
7 Secondary
14 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BD22 postcode area.

Merlin Top Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 0.1 miles Beckfoot Phoenix Not applicable Outstanding 0.1 miles Rainbow Children's Centre Good 0.1 miles Our Lady of Victories Catholic School Primary Good 0.4 miles Victoria Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Keighley St Andrew's CofE Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.6 miles Highfield Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Laycock Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Beckfoot Nessfield Primary 0.8 miles The Holy Family Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Secondary 0.8 miles Holycroft Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Low Fold Children and Family Centre Requires Improvement 0.9 miles

Household Income in Black Hill ONS 2023

The average total household income in Black Hill is approximately £48,335 a year before tax, 13% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,667. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Black Hill £48,335
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £36,667.

Businesses in Black Hill ONS 2025

There are approximately 795 active businesses based in Black Hill, around 26 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 2 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

795 Total businesses
26 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 0%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Black Hill IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Black Hill in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 19%
5,861 Children (0-15) 19%
19,002 Working Age 62%
5,992 Older (65+) 19%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 44.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Black Hill 242 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Black Hill experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

Violence & Sexual Offences 119
Anti-Social Behaviour 23
Burglary 20
Public Order 20
Criminal Damage & Arson 16
Vehicle Crime 12
Shoplifting 11
Other Crime 7
Other Theft 6
Drugs 5
Weapons 1
Robbery 1
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Keighley Train Station 1.3 miles
Steeton And Silsden Train Station 2.1 miles
Crossflatts Train Station 3.7 miles
Cononley Train Station 5.9 miles
Ilkley Train Station 5.9 miles
Saltaire Train Station 6.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Braithwaite 0 yards Guard House 0 yards Fell Lane 0.6 miles Exley Head 0.6 miles Laycock 0.9 miles Knowle Park 0.9 miles Utley 0.9 miles Beechcliffe 0.9 miles Keighley 1.2 miles Bracken Bank 1.2 miles Bogthorn 1.2 miles Damems 1.2 miles

Local Government

District Craven
County North Yorkshire
Ward Cowling
Constituency Skipton and Ripon
Parish Cowling
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Black Hill

Of the 13,556 households in and around Black Hill, 70% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 13% Private rented 18%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Black Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions about Black Hill

What is the population of Black Hill?
Black Hill has a population of approximately 30,852 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Black Hill?
The average property in and around Black Hill sold for about £191,480, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 45% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Black Hill a deprived area?
Black Hill sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Black Hill?
Black Hill is covered by the BD22 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Black Hill?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Black Hill, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Black Hill?
The nearest railway station to Black Hill is Keighley Train Station, about 1.3 miles away.

Streets in BD22 30 shown View all streets

Acre Lane 3 Acre Meadow 1 Acre Mews 1 Acre Road 1 Addison Drive 1 Aire Street 2 Albert Street 1 Albion Street 2 All Wood Street 1 Alma Street 2 Ann Street 1 Annie Street 1 Apple Street 2 Apsley Street 2 Arctic Street 1 Arncliffe Road 1 Arnclifffe Avenue 1 Ash Street 2 Ashfield Terrace 1 Ashlar Close 1 Ashmount Mews 2 Back Lane 1 Back Leeming 2 Back Malt Street 1 Back River Street 1 Back Rydal Street 1 Back Wheat Street 1 Baden Street 2 Bamlett Brow 2 Bankfield Mount 1

Postcodes in BD22 50 shown View all postcodes

BD22 0AA BD22 0AB BD22 0AD BD22 0AE BD22 0AF BD22 0AG BD22 0AH BD22 0AJ BD22 0AL BD22 0AN BD22 0AP BD22 0AQ BD22 0AR BD22 0AS BD22 0AT BD22 0AU BD22 0AW BD22 0AX BD22 0AY BD22 0AZ BD22 0BA BD22 0BB BD22 0BD BD22 0BE BD22 0BG BD22 0BH BD22 0BJ BD22 0BL BD22 0BN BD22 0BP BD22 0BQ BD22 0BR BD22 0BS BD22 0BW BD22 0BX BD22 0BY BD22 0BZ BD22 0DA BD22 0DB BD22 0DD BD22 0DE BD22 0DF BD22 0DG BD22 0DH BD22 0DJ BD22 0DL BD22 0DN BD22 0DQ BD22 0DR BD22 0DS