HX1 1NH is an up-and-coming urban area on Rawson Street, 0.2km from Lower Fold in Halifax. Administratively it sits within Town ward and the Halifax constituency.
For renters and young professionals, HX1 1NH offers 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. With residents averaging 32 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 89% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 37% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Calderdale. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are high (401 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 1NH are sourced from Output Area E00178714 (shared with 107 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RAWSON STREET, HX1 1NH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAWSON STREET, HX1 1NH.
139
32
£ 29,500 /yr
63%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HX1 1NH 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 89% private renter occupancy, HX1 1NH 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 1NH. The average age is 31.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near HX1 1NH are high at 401 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 Munch0.2 km
- All Fresh0.2 km
- Ali Halal Meat0.8 km
- Burton0.2 km
- Adam's Cafe Halifax0.2 km
- + 44 more
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- Bow Legged With Brass0.0 km
- The Latvian Club0.1 km
- The Royal Oak0.3 km
- Halifax Catholic Memorial Club0.4 km
- The Grayston Unity0.3 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
65 nearby- Little Lotus Sushi0.2 km
- Oceans Karahi Grill0.5 km
- Red Squirrel Cafe0.5 km
- Shay Stadium Catering Ltd (Catering Kitchen)0.8 km
- Waterhouse & Mackintosh Homes Social Club0.3 km
- + 60 more
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- Pearsons0.3 km
- The Grain0.2 km
- Deli-cious0.2 km
- Dixy Chicken0.2 km
- Le Munch Bunch0.3 km
- + 22 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Bombay Royale0.2 km
- Travis House0.3 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Farmfoods Ltd0.8 km
- Marks & Spencer0.4 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Halifax0.6 km
- Sowerby Bridge3.4 km
- Brighouse5.9 km
Bus Stops
- George Street 250.0 km
- George Street 240.0 km
- George Street 230.0 km
- Commercial Street 190.1 km
- Bull Green0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: HX11NH · Data under Open Government Licence