Plane Tree Nest Lane is in Halifax and in Calderdale district. HX2 7PS is located in the Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halifax. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Plane Tree Nest Lane, Halifax, HX2 7PS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HX2 7JH, HX2 7PR, HX2 7JG, HX2 7PN, HX2 7QA, HX2 7JL, HX2 7QB, HX2 7JP, HX2 7PZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HX2 7PS is primarily male, with 53.5% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.9% | 46.5% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -4.5% |
| Male | 54.1% | 53.5% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 4.5% |
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 | 31.9% | 34.3% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 47.5% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 3.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 4.2% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 7% | 7.9% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 4.9% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 45% | 41.1% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 37% | 41.4% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 7.8% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 13.2% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.2% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 25.9% | 23.9% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 9.1% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 11.7% | -6.8% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 6.1% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 20.5% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 24.2% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 7% | 4.5% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 45.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 30.7% | 47.4% | 16.7% | 2.7% | 44.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 63.3% | 45.8% | -17.5% | 81.4% | -35.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 80% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 80% | -4.3% | 83.2% | -3.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.3% | 17.6% | 4.3% | 5.6% | 12.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 82.9% | 79.6% | -3.3% | 83.2% | -3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 16.1% | 14.7% | 9.8% | 6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.7% | 0% | -9.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 76.7% | 9.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 3% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 17.8% | 37.2% | -19.4% |
| Christian | 27.6% | 46.2% | -18.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 48.1% | 6.5% | 41.6% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Plane Tree Nest Lane was 78.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.6% lower than the Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Plane Tree Nest Lane has the 20th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Park and the 330th highest crime rate of 685 local areas in Calderdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Plane Tree Nest Lane, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2025-05-20 | £145,579 |
| 80 Plane Tree Nest Lane, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-10-02 | £205,431 |
| 67 Plane Tree Nest Lane, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £119,000 | 2009-11-06 | £204,077 |
| 79 Plane Tree Nest Lane, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2007-10-19 | £254,446 |
| 67 Plane Tree Nest Lane, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2007-02-16 | £209,363 |
HX2 7PS 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 student residents living in HX2 7PS area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ling Bob Nursery School Albert Road , Pellon HX2 0QD | - not rated | 1,362 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warley Road Primary School Warley Road , HX1 3TG | - not rated | 150 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warley Road Primary Academy Warley Road , HX1 3TG | 3out of 4 | 150 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Brow Primary Academy Bolton Brow , HX6 2BA | 3out of 4 | 813 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Brow Junior Infant and Nursery School Bolton Brow , HX6 2BA | - not rated | 813 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE VA Junior School, Sowerby Bridge Park Road , HX6 2BJ | 3out of 4 | 943 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halifax High at Wellesley Park Gibbet Street , HX2 0BA | - not rated | 880 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Grammar Albert Road , HX6 2NW | 3out of 4 | 1,206 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sowerby Bridge High School Albert Road , HX6 2NW | - not rated | 1,206 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crossley Heath School Savile Park , HX3 0HG | - not rated | 1,241 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crossley Heath School Savile Park , HX3 0HG | 3out of 4 | 1,241 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calderdale College Francis Street , HX1 3UZ | - not rated | 1,219 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Sixth Form Academy Northgate House , HX1 1UN | - not rated | 2,588 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Halifax Academy Gibbet Street , HX2 0BA | 3out of 4 | 880 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Community School Willow Park Willow Street , Sowerby Bridge HX6 2BU | - not rated | 917 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Lights Schools Lister Lane , HX1 5JL | - not rated | 1,409 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gleddings School Birdcage Lane , Savile Park HX3 0JB | - not rated | 1,999 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadwood School 252 Moorend Road , Pellon HX2 0RU | - not rated | 2,132 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bermerside School Skircoat Green , HX3 0RZ | - not rated | 2,694 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miss Mary Sunderland | 45 Essex Street, Halifax | 476 yd | |
| Seize Cafe | St Marys Church Hall, Appledore | 574 yd | |
| Coffee Co Ltd | 129-131 Bolton Brow, Sowerby Bridge | 841 yd | |
| Dovecotes Cakes | 217 King Cross Road, Halifax | 876 yd | |
| W4D | 211 King Cross Road, Halifax | 886 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shepherds Rest | 125 Bolton Brow, Sowerby Bridge | 863 yd | |
| Navigation Inn | 47 Chapel Lane, Sowerby Bridge | 941 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simply Desserts | Unit 27, Dunkirk Street | 384 yd | |
| Fizzy's Deli & Desserts | 101 Hopwood Lane, Halifax | 428 yd | |
| Mrs B's | 2 Pear Street, Halifax | 515 yd | |
| Bibi's Kitchen | 236 Warley Road, King Cross | 571 yd | |
| Cafe Cartel | 28 Spring Hall Place, Halifax | 754 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Warley Road Primary School WARLEY ROAD | swimming pool | 141 yd |
| Crow Wood Park CROW WOOD PARK | tennis courts | 472 yd |
| Kingston Club UPPER KINGSTON | grass pitches | 525 yd |
| The Ramsdens (Closed) Upper Kingston | grass pitches | 525 yd |
| The Halifax Academy GIBBET STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 881 yd |
| Christ Church Ce (Va) Junior School Park Road | grass pitches | 941 yd |
| Healthy Living Gym QUEENS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,047 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 | 61.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 61.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 61.1% |
| 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 | 39.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.