HX2 0AB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Highroad Well in Halifax. Administratively it sits within Warley ward and the Halifax constituency.
For families considering a move, HX2 0AB represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Calderdale.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for HX2 0AB are sourced from Output Area E00055434 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HX2 0AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HX2 0AB.
344
38
£ 30,500 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
57% of HX2 0AB's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HX2 0AB. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HX2 0AB has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Halifax Academy
Ling Bob Junior, Infant and Nursery School
Christ Church Pellon CofE VC Primary School
Warley Road Primary Academy
Mount Pellon Primary Academy
Christ Church CofE VA Junior School, Sowerby Bridge
Bolton Brow Primary Academy
Trinity Academy Grammar
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Angie's Kitchen0.2 km
- Spring Hall Store0.5 km
- A S Poultry0.8 km
- Al Barkat Food Store0.9 km
- Al Nowaz Superstore0.6 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Jay's Corner Cafe0.5 km
- Mamma Marias1.0 km
- Miss Mary Sunderland0.8 km
- KLS Cakes0.4 km
- Pellon Baptist Church0.7 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Golden Dragon0.1 km
- Highroad Fisheries And Chicken Bar0.0 km
- Stretchgate Fisheries0.7 km
- Bibi's Kitchen0.2 km
- Mexi Bean Express0.0 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- New Street Hotel0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Ada Social Club0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sowerby Bridge1.8 km
- Halifax2.8 km
- Mytholmroyd5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Golden Lion Inn0.1 km
- Golden Lion Inn0.1 km
- Sandhall Lane0.1 km
- Golden Lion Inn0.1 km
- Gibbet Street Thackray St0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: HX20AB · Data under Open Government Licence