Postcode Analysis Calderdale, Yorkshire and The Humber

THE DRIVE, HX7 5BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE DRIVE, HX7 5BN.

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Population

407

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 38,300 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: HX7 5BN represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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3/10
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2/10
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2/10
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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 41, HX7 5BN has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

home £205,600 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

HX7 5BN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Drive, 0.6km from Hawks Clough in Mytholmroyd. Administratively it sits within Luddendenfoot ward and the Calder Valley constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £205k.

Census 2021 statistics for HX7 5BN are sourced from Output Area E00055056 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HX7 5BN. The average age is 40.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 197,000

6 sales · Mean £ 183,916

Detached

£ 222,500

2 sales · Mean £ 222,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

HX7 5BN has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences51
Shoplifting19
Public order11
Anti-social behaviour10
Vehicle crime8

school Local Schools

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Burnley Road Academy

Good217 pupils0.2 km
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Scout Road Academy

Good100 pupils0.8 km
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The Calder Learning Trust

Good1387 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Herbi Phwoar0.3 km
  • First Choice Greengrocery & Delli0.3 km
  • Fresh Farm Deliveries0.9 km
  • Wraps And Beets0.2 km
  • Co-op Petrol Mytholmroyd0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Hammad's0.3 km
  • Tamanna's0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Barbary's0.2 km
  • Jo's Kitchen0.3 km
  • Moonfull Ltd0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Mytholmroyd0.4 km
  • Hebden Bridge1.6 km
  • Sowerby Bridge5.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Stocks Avenue0.1 km
  • Burnley Rd Academy0.1 km
  • Nest Lane Estate0.2 km
  • Stocks Drive0.2 km
  • Thrush Hill Road0.2 km