HX1 5SR is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.3km from Lower Fold in Halifax. Administratively it sits within Town ward and the Halifax constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, HX1 5SR is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Calderdale.
Safety: Crime rates are high (343 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 5SR are sourced from Output Area E00178718 (shared with 50 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HX1 5SR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HX1 5SR.
345
38
£ 29,500 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 37% of tenure in HX1 5SR — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HX1 5SR. The average age is 37.6. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near HX1 5SR are high at 343 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
Beech Hill School
St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy
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
Lee Mount Primary School
Trinity Academy Akroydon
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
51 nearby- Borough Munch0.4 km
- All Fresh0.4 km
- Ali Halal Meat0.5 km
- Burton0.4 km
- Adam's Cafe Halifax0.5 km
- + 46 more
Pub, NightClub
23 nearby- Bow Legged With Brass0.3 km
- The Latvian Club0.2 km
- The Royal Oak0.5 km
- Halifax Catholic Memorial Club0.4 km
- The Grayston Unity0.3 km
- + 18 more
Restaurant, Cafe
65 nearby- Little Lotus Sushi0.4 km
- Oceans Karahi Grill0.3 km
- Red Squirrel Cafe0.4 km
- Waterhouse & Mackintosh Homes Social Club0.5 km
- Cafe Passion0.6 km
- + 60 more
Takeaway Shop
31 nearby- Greggs Pellon Lane Service Station0.7 km
- Pearsons0.5 km
- The Grain0.4 km
- Deli-cious0.5 km
- Dixy Chicken0.5 km
- + 26 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Bombay Royale0.3 km
- Travis House0.5 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Farmfoods Ltd0.5 km
- Marks & Spencer0.5 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Halifax0.8 km
- Sowerby Bridge3.3 km
- Brighouse6.2 km
Bus Stops
- New Brunswick Street0.1 km
- Pellon Lane Chapel Town0.1 km
- Pellon Lane Chapel Town0.1 km
- Gibbet Street Bedford St0.1 km
- Pellon Ln Hanson Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: HX15SR · Data under Open Government Licence