Postcode Analysis Calderdale, Yorkshire and The Humber

RICHMOND AVENUE, HX6 1BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICHMOND AVENUE, HX6 1BZ.

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Population

340

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 36,800 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: HX6 1BZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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7/10
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Area Character

HX6 1BZ has a significant social housing presence — 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 34-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

HX6 1BZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Richmond Avenue, 0.5km from Beechwood in Sowerby Bridge. Administratively it sits within Ryburn ward and the Calder Valley constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, HX6 1BZ is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The 34 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £120k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for HX6 1BZ are sourced from Output Area E00055214 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HX6 1BZ. The average age is 33.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.6%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean1.5%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 110,000

6 sales · Mean £ 114,000

Semi-Detached

£ 106,000

8 sales · Mean £ 103,625

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around HX6 1BZ is moderate at 55 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.

Violence and sexual offences77
Anti-social behaviour57
Public order15
Criminal damage and arson13
Other theft9

school Local Schools

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Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good168 pupils0.2 km
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Ryburn Valley High School

Good1622 pupils0.4 km
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New Road Primary School

Good151 pupils0.5 km
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Trinity Academy St Peter's

Inadequate112 pupils0.6 km
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Tuel Lane Infant School

Good86 pupils1.2 km
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Triangle CofE VC Primary School

Requires Improvement198 pupils1.2 km
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Luddendenfoot Academy

Outstanding190 pupils1.5 km
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Trinity Academy Grammar

Inadequate885 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Vecolate0.9 km
  • Farmhouse Kitchen0.6 km
  • Artichoke Natural Foods1.0 km
  • Bridge Off Licence0.8 km
  • Dhillons0.1 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Kate Clarke0.5 km
  • Delicious Bakes0.0 km
  • New Road Primary School0.4 km
  • Out To Lunch Catering0.1 km
  • LuLu's Kitchen0.8 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Puzzle Hall Inn0.9 km
  • Sowerby Bridge Cricket Club0.9 km
  • West End Bowling Club0.7 km
  • Church Stile Inn0.6 km
  • Royal Oak Hotel0.9 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • The Golden Haddock0.8 km
  • Faizoon's0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sowerby Bridge1.3 km
  • Mytholmroyd4.5 km
  • Halifax5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Tennyson Avenue0.1 km
  • Tennyson Avenue0.1 km
  • Upper Gaukrodger Farm0.1 km
  • Flower Bank0.1 km
  • Fore Lane Ave Sowerby New Rd0.1 km