Rawson Avenue is in Halifax and in Calderdale district. HX3 0LR is located in the Skircoat electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halifax. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rawson Avenue, Halifax, HX3 0LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HX3 0LU, HX3 0LT, HX3 0LW, HX3 0LH, HX3 0LN, HX3 0RW, HX3 0RT, HX3 0LP, HX3 0RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HX3 0LR has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% of residents 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 | 54.1% | 49.2% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 45.9% | 50.8% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 HX3 0LR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.9% 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 | 22.5% | 23.5% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.8% | 57.9% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 13.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 8.4% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 49.4% | 51.6% | 2.2% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 32.7% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 14% | 13.5% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 3% | 1.4% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.8% | 13.8% | 1.0% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 4.4% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 12.5% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.9% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 12.2% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.5% | 49.4% | 2.9% | 33.8% | 15.6% |
| Other | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 5.8% | 9.5% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 6.8% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 91% | 83.7% | -7.3% | 81.4% | 2.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 94.5% | 91.4% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 4.6% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 91.6% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.1% | 7.8% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 76.7% | 14.9% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.8% | 37.2% | -6.4% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 11.7% | 6.5% | 5.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rawson Avenue was 35.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.6% lower than the Skircoat average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Rawson Avenue has the 5th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Skircoat and the 109th lowest crime rate of 685 local areas in Calderdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Rawson Avenue, Halifax, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-09-30 | £142,485 |
| 43 Rawson Avenue, Halifax, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-09-30 | £142,485 |
| 37 Rawson Avenue, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £393,000 | 2021-11-19 | £446,836 |
| White Chimneys Rawson Avenue, Halifax, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £765,000 | 2021-06-29 | £890,368 |
| 42 Rawson Avenue, Halifax, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £725,000 | 2021-01-08 | £889,424 |
HX3 0LR 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 HX3 0LR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 136 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Education | 30 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 29 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copley Primary School Wakefield Road , Copley HX3 0TP | 4out of 4 | 563 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' CofE VA Junior and Infant School Dudwell Lane , HX3 0SD | 4out of 4 | 657 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salterhebble Junior and Infant School Stafford Square , HX3 0AU | 3out of 4 | 844 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Primary School, A Church of England Academy Savile Park Road , HX1 2ES | 3out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Siddal Primary School Backhold Lane , Siddal HX3 9DL | 4out of 4 | 1,275 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Crossley Heath School Savile Park , HX3 0HG | 4out of 4 | 1,213 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane Academy Park Lane , Exley HX3 9LG | 1out of 4 | 1,489 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brooksbank School Victoria Road , HX5 0QG | 3out of 4 | 3,069 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Grammar Albert Road , HX6 2NW | 1out of 4 | 3,218 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryburn Valley High School St Peter's Avenue , Sowerby HX6 1DF | 3out of 4 | 4,660 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 | 2,003 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Sixth Form Academy Northgate House , HX1 1UN | - not rated | 2,506 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 | 3,095 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenscliffe High School Skircoat Green , HX3 0RZ | 4out of 4 | 295 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gleddings School Birdcage Lane , Savile Park HX3 0JB | - not rated | 494 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Hall Cheltenham Place , HX3 0AW | - not rated | 892 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 | 2,183 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School North Long Lea House , 5 Halifax Road HX5 0SH | - not rated | 2,593 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| G And Tea Cafe | 343 Skircoat Green Road, Halifax | 183 yd | |
| St Andrews Methodist Church | Huddersfield Road, Halifax | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Of Freedom | Standard Of Freedom Inn, 2 New Lane | 265 yd | |
| Old Crossleyans Rugby Union Football Club | Standeven House, Broomfield Avenue | 471 yd | |
| Stafford Bowling Club | Stafford Avenue, Halifax | 763 yd | |
| Old Rishworthians RUFC | Copley Lane, Halifax | 780 yd | |
| Copley Cricket Club | Copley Lane, Halifax | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Bakehouse | 353 - 355 Skircoat Green Road, Halifax | 213 yd | |
| Karaage | 359 Skircoat Green Road, Halifax | 224 yd | |
| Casa Pizza II | 365 Skircoat Green Road, Halifax | 246 yd | |
| Baxters Sandwich Bar | 305 Huddersfield Road, Halifax | 742 yd | |
| Tian Tian Eat | 315 Huddersfield Road, Halifax | 749 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ravenscliffe High School And Sport College RAVENSCLIFFE CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, swimming pool | 237 yd |
| Old Crossleyans Rugby Club STANDEVEN HOUSE STANDEVEN HOUSE BROOMFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 470 yd |
| Old Crossleyan Cricket Club STANDEVEN HOUSE STANDEVEN HOUSE BROOMFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 470 yd |
| Old Crossleyan Squash Club STANDEVEN HOUSE STANDEVEN HOUSE BROOMFIELD AVENUE | squash courts | 470 yd |
| Copley Primary School WAKEFIELD ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 557 yd |
| Kensington Road KENSINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 697 yd |
| Copley Cricket Club COPLEY LANE | grass pitches | 843 yd |
| Copley Lane (Old Rishworthians Rugby Club) Copley Lane | grass pitches | 843 yd |
| Savile Park Skircoat Moor Road | grass pitches | 967 yd |
| Spring Hall Athletics Facility SPRING HALL ATHLETICS TRACK SPRING HALL ATHLETICS TRACK HUDDERSFIELD ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 1,034 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 | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| 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 | 22.2% |
| Median download speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 199.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.