HX1 1AD is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.3km from Lower Fold in Halifax. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Town ward and the Halifax constituency.
Within the HX1 district, this postcode is characterised by a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. By day, the area transitions to a multiethnic urban high streets character: urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. An average age of 35 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets.
Safety: Crime rates are high (421 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for HX1 1AD are sourced from Output Area E00055407 (shared with 814 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HX1 1AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HX1 1AD.
310
35
£ 29,500 /yr
64%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HX1 1AD 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.
Area Character
At 74% private renter occupancy, HX1 1AD is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HX1 1AD. The average age is 35.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near HX1 1AD are high at 421 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy
Beech Hill School
Holy Trinity Primary School, A Church of England Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy
St Augustine's CofE School
Parkinson Lane Community Primary School
Savile Park Primary School
Trinity Academy Akroydon
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
49 nearby- Borough Munch0.1 km
- All Fresh0.1 km
- Ali Halal Meat0.9 km
- Burton0.1 km
- Adam's Cafe Halifax0.2 km
- + 44 more
Pub, NightClub
25 nearby- Bow Legged With Brass0.1 km
- The Latvian Club0.2 km
- The Royal Oak0.2 km
- Halifax Catholic Memorial Club0.5 km
- The Grayston Unity0.2 km
- + 20 more
Restaurant, Cafe
65 nearby- Little Lotus Sushi0.1 km
- Oceans Karahi Grill0.6 km
- Red Squirrel Cafe0.5 km
- Shay Stadium Catering Ltd (Catering Kitchen)0.8 km
- Waterhouse & Mackintosh Homes Social Club0.4 km
- + 60 more
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- Pearsons0.2 km
- The Grain0.1 km
- Deli-cious0.1 km
- Dixy Chicken0.2 km
- Le Munch Bunch0.2 km
- + 23 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Bombay Royale0.3 km
- Travis House0.4 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Farmfoods Ltd0.9 km
- Marks & Spencer0.3 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Halifax0.5 km
- Sowerby Bridge3.4 km
- Brighouse5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Commercial Street 190.0 km
- King Edward Street0.0 km
- Commercial Street 20.0 km
- King Edward Street 70.1 km
- Commercial Street 200.1 km
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Postcode Profile: HX11AD · Data under Open Government Licence