Stanningley Drive is in Halifax and in Calderdale district. HX2 8RW is located in the Illingworth and Mixenden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halifax. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stanningley Drive, Halifax, HX2 8RW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HX2 8RP, HX2 8RA, HX2 8RH, HX2 8SN, HX2 8SL, HX2 8SJ, HX2 8RR, HX2 8RS, HX2 8PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HX2 8RW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 51.6% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.8% | 48.4% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around HX2 8RW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 58% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 48.9% | 58% | 9.1% | 37.9% | 20.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.9% | 29.7% | -0.2% | 44.2% | -14.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 7.8% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 2.6% | -6.5% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 | 46.6% | 50.1% | 3.5% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 31.7% | 2.1% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 17% | 11.6% | -5.4% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 5.8% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
In the area around HX2 8RW this area, 34.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 10.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.9% | 34.1% | -8.8% | 18.2% | 15.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 13.7% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 15.6% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 5.6% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 19.3% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.2% | 10.4% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -23.4% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.5% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.1% | 94.2% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 98.1% | 95.8% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 95.3% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.2% | 76.7% | -18.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 40% | 13.5% | 26.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.7% | 37.2% | 26.5% |
| Christian | 27.6% | 46.2% | -18.6% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stanningley Drive was 189.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.2% higher than the Illingworth and Mixenden average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stanningley Drive has the 24th highest crime rate of 81 local areas in Illingworth and Mixenden and the 105th highest crime rate of 684 local areas in Calderdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 107.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Stanningley Drive, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2026-01-15 | £95,928 |
| 53 Stanningley Drive, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2021-10-15 | £125,010 |
| 53 Stanningley Drive, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2019-02-28 | £103,364 |
| 57 Stanningley Drive, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2018-11-15 | £123,587 |
| 51 Stanningley Drive, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2013-01-29 | £54,576 |
HX2 8RW area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
The percentage of student residents living in HX2 8RW 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 | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Other | 24 |
| Unemployed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ling Bob Nursery School Albert Road , Pellon HX2 0QD | - not rated | 3,010 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanningley Green Junior School Clough Lane , Mixenden HX2 8SN | - not rated | 128 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mixenden Community Primary School Clough Lane , Mixenden HX2 8SN | - not rated | 217 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Green Community Primary School Mixenden Road , Mixenden HX2 8QD | 3out of 4 | 342 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Tree Infants' School Mixenden , HX2 8QD | - not rated | 358 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Park Junior, Infant and Nursery School Keighley Close , Illingworth HX2 9DG | - not rated | 1,125 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The North Halifax Grammar School Moorbottom Road , Illingworth HX2 9SU | - not rated | 2,040 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The North Halifax Grammar School Moorbottom Road , Illingworth HX2 9SU | 3out of 4 | 2,040 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ovenden High School Nursery Lane , Ovenden HX3 5SX | - not rated | 2,194 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ridings School Nursery Lane , Ovenden HX3 5SX | - not rated | 2,194 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Senior School Holdsworth Road , Holmfield HX2 9TD | - not rated | 2,405 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hainsworth Moor Middle School Hainsworth Moor Grove , Queensbury BD13 2ND | - not rated | 4,328 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calderdale College Francis Street , HX1 3UZ | - not rated | 4,559 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Sixth Form Academy Northgate House , HX1 1UN | - not rated | 4,944 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 | 3,521 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Calder Learning Trust Brier Hey Lane , Mytholmroyd HX7 5QN | 3out of 4 | 5,199 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Calder Learning Trust Brier Hey Lane , Mytholmroyd HX7 5QN | - not rated | 5,199 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Endeavour House School Old Hall , Moor End HX2 0TX | - not rated | 612 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whitley AP Academy Whitley Phoenix Centre , HX2 9SR | 3out of 4 | 1,852 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Calderdale PRU Whitley Phoenix Centre , HX2 9SR | - not rated | 1,852 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadwood School 252 Moorend Road , Pellon HX2 0RU | - not rated | 2,250 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norset House West View , Boothtown HX3 6PG | - not rated | 3,520 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chef T'door | 97 Sunny Bank Road, Mixenden | 291 yd | |
| Bake N Butties | 16 Mill Lane, Mixenden | 812 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mixenden Fisheries | 44 Clough Lane, Mixenden | 166 yd | |
| Amaans Pizzas | 19 Mixenden Road, Mixenden | 716 yd | |
| China Dragon | 2 Dodge Holme Drive, Mixenden | 727 yd | |
| Sizzlers | 4 Dodge Holme Drive, Mixenden | 736 yd | |
| NAUGHTY FRIED CHICKEN | 10 Dodge Holme Drive, Mixenden | 761 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mixenden Recreation Ground Clough Lane | grass pitches | 679 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 | 87.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.2% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.