HX6 4HP is a safe, established residential area on School Close, 0.3km from Ripponden in Ripponden. Administratively it sits within Ryburn ward and the Calder Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, HX6 4HP represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £362k.
Census 2021 statistics for HX6 4HP are sourced from Output Area E00055228 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SCHOOL CLOSE, HX6 4HP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCHOOL CLOSE, HX6 4HP.
390
44
£ 49,500 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: HX6 4HP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
HX6 4HP is an established family neighbourhood — 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £362k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HX6 4HP. The average age is 44.2. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 350,000
5 sales · Mean £ 303,529
Semi-Detached
£ 164,000
5 sales · Mean £ 213,600
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
HX6 4HP has low crime rates — 43 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
Ripponden Junior and Infant School
Barkisland CofE VA Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Paula Ward Before School/ Breakfast Club0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Wildgoose Cafes Ltd0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Over The Bridge0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sowerby Bridge4.3 km
- Slaithwaite6.7 km
- Mytholmroyd6.9 km
Bus Stops
- Elland Rd School Close0.1 km
- Elland Rd Oldham Road0.1 km
- New Bank0.2 km
- New Bank Bank Hey Bottom Lane0.2 km
- Elland Rd Oldham Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: HX64HP · Data under Open Government Licence