Natty Fields Close is in Halifax and in Calderdale district. HX2 9DJ is located in the Illingworth and Mixenden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halifax. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Natty Fields Close, Halifax, HX2 9DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HX2 9EA, HX2 9RD, HX2 9DZ, HX2 9EB, HX2 9RP, HX2 9EE, HX2 9RW, HX2 9DY, HX2 9RE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HX2 9DJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 51.9% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.7% | 48.1% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 9DJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.9% 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 | 30% | 42.9% | 12.9% | 37.9% | 5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 40.6% | -11.3% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 7.1% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 7.1% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 46.8% | 48% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 31.4% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 16.3% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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.
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 14.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.2% | 17.5% | -9.7% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21% | 12% | -9.0% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 22.3% | 3.8% | 13.4% | 8.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 8.4% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 24.3% | 11.5% | 16.9% | 7.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 14.3% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -19.5% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 97.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 98.4% | 97.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 97.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.1% | 37.2% | 15.9% |
| Christian | 41.9% | 46.2% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Natty Fields Close was 134.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.2% lower than the Illingworth and Mixenden average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Natty Fields Close has the 39th lowest crime rate of 81 local areas in Illingworth and Mixenden and the 192nd highest crime rate of 685 local areas in Calderdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 90.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Natty Fields Close, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-04-04 | £185,000 |
| 7 Natty Fields Close, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2023-03-03 | £151,105 |
| 2 Natty Fields Close, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2022-11-24 | £145,209 |
| 17 Natty Fields Close, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2022-07-15 | £125,598 |
| 14 Natty Fields Close, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2021-08-27 | £106,247 |
HX2 9DJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehill Community Academy Occupation Lane , Illingworth HX2 9RL | 4out of 4 | 306 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Park Academy Keighley Close , Illingworth HX2 9DG | 3out of 4 | 497 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradshaw Primary School Ingham Lane , Bradshaw HX2 9PF | 3out of 4 | 1,122 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Green Community Primary School Mixenden Road , Mixenden HX2 8QD | 3out of 4 | 1,583 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside Community Primary School Keighley Road , Ovenden HX2 8AP | 3out of 4 | 1,665 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 | 4out of 4 | 662 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy, Halifax Shay Lane , HX2 9TZ | 4out of 4 | 1,213 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Bradford Deanstones Lane , BD13 2AS | - not rated | 3,304 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,705 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Calderdale College Francis Street , HX1 3UZ | - not rated | 4,781 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,119 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Whitley AP Academy Whitley Phoenix Centre , HX2 9SR | 3out of 4 | 560 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadwood School 252 Moorend Road , Pellon HX2 0RU | - not rated | 3,129 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Lights Schools Rifaiyy Building (Hopwood Lane Entrance) , Francis Street HX1 5JY | - not rated | 4,589 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood Bank School Dene View , Luddenden HX2 6PB | 3out of 4 | 5,270 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste 56 | 56 Illingworth Road, Illingworth | 434 yd | |
| Tony's Fish & Chips | 26 Illingworth Road, Illingworth | 460 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Natty Lane Playing Fields Natty Lane | grass pitches | 109 yd |
| Whitehill Community Academy OCCUPATION LANE | grass pitches | 296 yd |
| The Ainleys ALLOE FIELD VIEW | grass pitches | 356 yd |
| Abbey Park Primary School KEIGHLEY CLOSE | grass pitches | 552 yd |
| North Halifax Grammar School MOOR BOTTOM ROAD | grass pitches | 557 yd |
| Trinity Academy (Closed) Holdsworth Road | 870 yd | |
| St Catherines Catholic High School (Closed) Holdsworth Road | 976 yd | |
| Trinity Academy Halifax Shay Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,088 yd |
| Beechwood Park Heathy Lane | grass pitches | 1,093 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 | 96.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.4% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 164.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.