Maurice Avenue is in Brighouse and in Calderdale district. HD6 2ER is located in the Brighouse electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Calder Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maurice Avenue, Brighouse, HD6 2ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HD6 2JU, HD6 2EP, HD6 2EQ, HD6 2ES, HD6 2EU, HD6 2JG, HD6 2EY, HD6 2EW, HD6 2ET.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HD6 2ER, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 53.7% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 45.8% | 46.3% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of HD6 2ER there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.3% | 26.8% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -11.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.9% | 56% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 11.8% |
| Separated | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 9.3% | 4.5% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 7.9% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.1% | 52.1% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 34.5% | -4.1% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 10.6% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.1% | 13.9% | -0.2% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 11.3% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 16.2% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.2% | 6% | -2.2% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 20.9% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 29.1% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 4.5% | 3.2% | 3.1% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.6% | 94.4% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
In this area, 96.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.9% | 96.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 96.1% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maurice Avenue was 31.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.0% lower than the Brighouse average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maurice Avenue has the 12th lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Brighouse and the 94th lowest crime rate of 684 local areas in Calderdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Maurice Avenue, Brighouse, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £267,000 | 2024-09-20 | £290,394 |
| 12 Maurice Avenue, Brighouse, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-09-15 | £188,430 |
| 12 Maurice Avenue, Brighouse, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-03-02 | £174,673 |
| 2 Maurice Avenue, Brighouse, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2020-12-18 | £194,127 |
| 6 Maurice Avenue, Brighouse, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2020-07-24 | £312,099 |
HD6 2ER area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in HD6 2ER area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Retired | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 24 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scholes Nursery School New Road East , Scholes BD19 6EW | - not rated | 3,988 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Church of England (VA) Infant School Lightcliffe Road , HD6 2HH | 3out of 4 | 323 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE (VA) Junior School Waterloo Road , HD6 2AN | 4out of 4 | 578 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy Finkil Street , Hove Edge HD6 2NT | 3out of 4 | 817 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Brighouse Finkil Street , Hove Edge HD6 2NT | - not rated | 817 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy St Chad's Upper Green Lane , Hove Edge HD6 2PA | 3out of 4 | 994 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighouse High School Finkil Street , HD6 2NY | 3out of 4 | 608 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighouse High School Finkil Street , HD6 2NY | - not rated | 608 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rastrick High School Field Top Road , Rastrick HD6 3XB | 3out of 4 | 1,497 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rastrick High School Field Top Road , Rastrick HD6 3XB | - not rated | 1,497 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hipperholme and Lightcliffe High School and Sports College Stoney Lane , Lightcliffe HX3 8TL | - not rated | 1,678 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grylls Community Middle School Second Avenue , Hightown WF15 8JP | - not rated | 4,261 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyke Middle School Huddersfield Road , Wyke BD12 8AA | - not rated | 4,427 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West End Middle School South Parade , BD19 3AE | - not rated | 5,117 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitechapel Middle School Whitechapel Road , BD19 6HR | - not rated | 5,177 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Sixth Form Academy Northgate House , HX1 1UN | - not rated | 5,221 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | - not rated | 4,319 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | 3out of 4 | 4,325 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The William Henry Smith School and Sixth Form Boothroyd , HD6 3JW | 4out of 4 | 2,098 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Rastrick Independent School Ogden Lane , Rastrick HD6 3HF | - not rated | 2,124 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lightcliffe Preparatory School 45 Wakefield Road , Lightcliffe HX3 8AQ | - not rated | 2,366 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Special School Lower Edge Road , Rastrick HD6 3LD | - not rated | 2,593 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highbury School Lower Edge Road , Rastrick HD6 3LD | 4out of 4 | 2,667 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Johns Church Hall | St John Street, Brighouse | 492 yd | |
| Rivers | 11 Waterloo Road, Brighouse | 538 yd | |
| Brighouse And Halifax Model Engineers | Ravensprings, Cawcliffe Road | 626 yd | |
| A Piece Of Bake | 12 Rayner Road, Brighouse | 707 yd | |
| Royal Saffron | 219 Bradford Road, Brighouse | 746 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Albert Inn | 17 St Martins View, Brighouse | 508 yd | |
| Thornhill Briggs W M C | Thornhill Briggs Working Mens Club, 25 Thornhill Bridge Lane | 706 yd | |
| Brighouse Sports Club | Russell Way, Brighouse | 868 yd | |
| Villain Bar Brighouse Ltd | 80A Commercial Street, Brighouse | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DFE Street Food | 18 Lightcliffe Road, Brighouse | 441 yd | |
| Medina B | 23 Lightcliffe Road, Brighouse | 449 yd | |
| Red Dragon | 21 Lightcliffe Road, Brighouse | 452 yd | |
| Success Chinese Take Away | 20 Halifax Road, Brighouse | 548 yd | |
| Piccos Pizza | 1 Garden Road, Brighouse | 579 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lane Head Garden Road | grass pitches | 217 yd |
| Brighouse High School Sports Centre BRIGHOUSE SPORTS CENTRE BRIGHOUSE SPORTS CENTRE FINKIL STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 607 yd |
| St Andrews WATERLOO ROAD | grass pitches | 646 yd |
| Brighouse Swimming Pool And Fitness Centre WOODVALE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 915 yd |
| St Chads C Of E Primary School Upper Green Lane | grass pitches | 982 yd |
| Wellholme Park Bradford Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 996 yd |
| Brighouse Sport & Social Club RUSSELL WAY | grass pitches | 1,021 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 62.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.