Orchard Way is in Brighouse and in Calderdale district. HD6 2SS is located in the Brighouse electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Calder Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orchard Way, Brighouse, HD6 2SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HD6 2DQ, HD6 2BH, HD6 2JN, HD6 2HH, HD6 2BL, HD6 2DG, HD6 2BX, HD6 4BA, HD6 2BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HD6 2SS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 52.1% | 52.3% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 47.9% | 47.7% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.2% | 31.4% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.4% | 46.2% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 8% | 10.2% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 10.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.8% | 44% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 36.4% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 13.6% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 5.3% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 22.9% | 17.5% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 9.9% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 11.8% | -5.9% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 9.9% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 25.1% | 12.9% | 16.9% | 8.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 24% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.9% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.3% | 96.7% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 97% 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% | 97% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 97% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.1% | 76.7% | 6.4% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.8% | 37.2% | -2.4% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Way was 104.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.3% lower than the Brighouse average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Orchard Way has the 23rd highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Brighouse and the 251st highest crime rate of 685 local areas in Calderdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 75.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Orchard Way, Brighouse, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2021-10-04 | £226,600 |
| 14 Orchard Way, Brighouse, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2020-07-17 | £201,056 |
| 8 Orchard Way, Brighouse, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2019-08-28 | £203,737 |
| 3 Orchard Way, Brighouse, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,950 | 2019-08-23 | £227,796 |
| 22 Orchard Way, Brighouse, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2019-02-15 | £219,129 |
HD6 2SS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 2SS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 24 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE (VA) Junior School Waterloo Road , HD6 2AN | 3out of 4 | 505 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy Finkil Street , Hove Edge HD6 2NT | - not rated | 949 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy St Chad's Upper Green Lane , Hove Edge HD6 2PA | 1out of 4 | 1,194 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffe Hill Community Primary School Stoney Lane , Lightcliffe HX3 8TW | 3out of 4 | 1,379 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 770 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rastrick High School Field Top Road , Rastrick HD6 3XB | 3out of 4 | 1,587 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lightcliffe Academy Stoney Lane , Lightcliffe HX3 8TL | 1out of 4 | 1,629 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic College Specialist in Humanities Bradley Bar , HD2 2JT | 3out of 4 | 3,963 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane Academy Park Lane , Exley HX3 9LG | 1out of 4 | 4,560 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | 2out of 4 | 4,183 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Henry Smith School Boothroyd , HD6 3JW | 4out of 4 | 2,294 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Highbury School Lower Edge Road , Rastrick HD6 3LD | 4out of 4 | 2,803 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hipperholme Grammar School Bramley Lane , Halifax HX3 8JE | - not rated | 3,003 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Cottage Montessori School Wakefield Road , HD6 4HA | - not rated | 3,584 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School North Long Lea House , 5 Halifax Road HX5 0SH | - not rated | 4,844 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Piece Of Bake | 12 Rayner Road, Brighouse | 285 yd | |
| Royal Saffron | 219 Bradford Road, Brighouse | 337 yd | |
| Brighouse And Halifax Model Engineers | Ravensprings, Cawcliffe Road | 366 yd | |
| Cafe 139 | Brighouse Evangelical Church, 139 Bradford Road | 409 yd | |
| St Johns Church Hall | St John Street, Brighouse | 456 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Albert Inn | 17 St Martins View, Brighouse | 284 yd | |
| Thornhill Briggs W M C | Thornhill Briggs Working Mens Club, 25 Thornhill Bridge Lane | 313 yd | |
| Brighouse Sports Club | Russell Way, Brighouse | 491 yd | |
| Villain Bar Brighouse Ltd | 80A Commercial Street, Brighouse | 867 yd | |
| George Hotel | 2 Commercial Street, Brighouse | 893 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DFE Street Food | 18 Lightcliffe Road, Brighouse | 286 yd | |
| Piccos Pizza | 1 Garden Road, Brighouse | 309 yd | |
| Milano Pizza | 159 Bradford Road, Brighouse | 330 yd | |
| Medina B | 23 Lightcliffe Road, Brighouse | 333 yd | |
| Red Dragon | 21 Lightcliffe Road, Brighouse | 337 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lane Head Garden Road | grass pitches | 358 yd |
| Brighouse Swimming Pool And Fitness Centre WOODVALE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 515 yd |
| St Andrews WATERLOO ROAD | grass pitches | 518 yd |
| Wellholme Park Bradford Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 576 yd |
| Brighouse Sport & Social Club RUSSELL WAY | grass pitches | 641 yd |
| Brighouse High School Sports Centre BRIGHOUSE SPORTS CENTRE BRIGHOUSE SPORTS CENTRE FINKIL STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 802 yd |
| The Fitness Studio (Closed) Park Row | health and fitness suite | 966 yd |
| Brighouse Civic Hall BRADFORD ROAD | 983 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 | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| 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 | 60.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 111.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.