HX5 0DT is a safe, established residential area on Highwood Gardens, 0.2km from Blackley in Calderdale. Administratively it sits within Elland ward and the Calder Valley constituency.
For serious buyers, HX5 0DT is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £530k.
Census 2021 statistics for HX5 0DT are sourced from Output Area E00054954 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGHWOOD GARDENS, HX5 0DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHWOOD GARDENS, HX5 0DT.
525
39
£ 34,200 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HX5 0DT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, HX5 0DT combines high owner-occupation (84%), strong property values (£530k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HX5 0DT. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 530,000
1 sales · Mean £ 530,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HX5 0DT has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Cross Lane Primary and Nursery School
The Brooksbank School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy
Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School
West Vale Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- All Saints Church0.6 km
- Ad's @ The Woodman Works0.2 km
- Thomas Franks0.8 km
- Beautissimo Spa0.2 km
- My Little Cake Creations0.9 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- B R Food & Wine0.6 km
- Brosters Farm Shop0.9 km
- Jane McParland0.5 km
- Ryburn Pharmacy0.8 km
- D M \& J L Sykes0.8 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Elland Working Mens Club0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Mad About Pizza0.8 km
- The Kais1.0 km
- Yorkshire Spice0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brighouse4.8 km
- Huddersfield4.9 km
- Halifax5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Blackley Rd Baptist Church0.2 km
- Blackley Rd Baptist Church0.2 km
- Lindley Road0.2 km
- Lindley Road0.3 km
- Blackley New Road Cricket Ground0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: HX50DT · Data under Open Government Licence