HX1 2YB is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.3km from Blackledge 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.
The people who live in HX1 2YB are typical of 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. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime rates are high (733 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 2YB are sourced from Output Area E00055407 (shared with 814 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HX1 2YB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HX1 2YB.
310
35
£ 29,500 /yr
64%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HX1 2YB 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
74% of homes in HX1 2YB are privately rented, marking this as a dedicated rental postcode with a young, mobile population. 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 2YB. 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 2YB are high at 733 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.
school Local Schools
St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy
Beech Hill School
St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy
Holy Trinity Primary School, A Church of England Academy
Trinity Academy Akroydon
St Augustine's CofE School
Parkinson Lane Community Primary School
Lee Mount Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
67 nearby- Shay Stadium Catering Ltd (Catering Kitchen)1.0 km
- Waterhouse & Mackintosh Homes Social Club0.7 km
- Cafe Passion0.5 km
- Caffe Nero0.3 km
- Cakes By Sami Lou0.9 km
- + 62 more
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- The Grain0.2 km
- Deli-cious0.3 km
- Dixy Chicken0.4 km
- Le Munch Bunch0.2 km
- Pizza Works Ltd0.6 km
- + 23 more
Retailers - Other
44 nearby- Burton0.2 km
- Adam's Cafe Halifax0.3 km
- Ali Foodstore0.9 km
- B & M Bargains Ltd0.4 km
- Card Factory0.1 km
- + 39 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Bombay Royale0.6 km
- Travis House0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
25 nearby- Halifax Catholic Memorial Club0.8 km
- The Grayston Unity0.2 km
- Upper George Hotel0.3 km
- Cookies0.2 km
- Shay Stadium Catering Ltd (Wet Sales Only)1.0 km
- + 20 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.1 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Halifax0.5 km
- Sowerby Bridge3.8 km
- Brighouse5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Gaol Lane 290.0 km
- Halifax Bus Station0.1 km
- Halifax Bus Station F0.1 km
- Halifax Bus Station0.1 km
- Halifax Bus Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: HX12YB · Data under Open Government Licence