Ovenden Green is in Halifax and in Calderdale district. HX3 5ER is located in the Ovenden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halifax. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ovenden Green, Halifax, HX3 5ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HX3 5HU, HX3 5PD, HX3 5EW, HX3 5HY, HX3 5PB, HX3 5NG, HX3 5NF, HX3 5LS, HX3 5HP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HX3 5ER has a female population much higher than UK average, with 59.1% of the population 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 | 55.3% | 59.1% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 8.1% |
| Male | 44.7% | 40.9% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -8.1% |
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 HX3 5ER, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 65.5% 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 | 53.6% | 65.5% | 11.9% | 37.9% | 27.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 13.8% | 20.1% | 6.3% | 44.2% | -24.1% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 13% | 8.6% | -4.4% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 15.2% | 2.2% | -13.0% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 | 47.3% | 49.3% | 2.0% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 31.5% | 2.8% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 13.3% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 4.4% | -3.0% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 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.
In the area around HX3 5ER this area, 35.7% 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 9.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.1% | 35.7% | -11.4% | 18.2% | 17.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 14.3% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 15% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 10.7% | 10.0% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 15% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.2% | 9.3% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -24.5% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 98% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 98.9% | 93.6% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 93.6% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 1% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67% | 76.7% | -9.7% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 26.6% | 13.5% | 13.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.1% | 37.2% | 24.9% |
| Christian | 26.6% | 46.2% | -19.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ovenden Green was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Illingworth and Mixenden average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 Ovenden Green, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £49,100 | 2014-05-30 | £80,162 |
| 34, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2008-06-19 | £89,250 |
| 90 Ovenden Green, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2006-10-27 | £76,719 |
| 84 Ovenden Green, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2005-11-03 | £50,125 |
| 2 Ovenden Green, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2005-01-28 | £55,976 |
The percentage of student residents living in HX3 5ER 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 | 37 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Mount Primary School Lee Mount Road , Lee Mount HX3 5EB | 2out of 4 | 548 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Akroydon Rawson Street North , Boothtown HX3 6PU | 3out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside Community Primary School Keighley Road , Ovenden HX2 8AP | 3out of 4 | 1,082 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Field Community Primary School Cousin Lane , Ovenden HX2 8DQ | 1out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Pellon Primary Academy Battinson Road , HX1 4RG | 3out of 4 | 1,158 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Academy, Halifax Shay Lane , HX2 9TZ | 4out of 4 | 2,090 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The North Halifax Grammar School Moorbottom Road , Illingworth HX2 9SU | 4out of 4 | 2,358 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crossley Heath School Savile Park , HX3 0HG | 4out of 4 | 2,998 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Grammar Albert Road , HX6 2NW | 1out of 4 | 3,375 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Bradford Deanstones Lane , BD13 2AS | - not rated | 4,312 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,044 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Sixth Form Academy Northgate House , HX1 1UN | - not rated | 2,162 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 | 1,709 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadwood School 252 Moorend Road , Pellon HX2 0RU | - not rated | 1,627 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 | 1,848 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whitley AP Academy Whitley Phoenix Centre , HX2 9SR | 3out of 4 | 2,295 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Willow Park Willow Street , Sowerby Bridge HX6 2BU | - not rated | 3,352 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gleddings School Birdcage Lane , Savile Park HX3 0JB | - not rated | 3,826 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Bees | 3 Ovenden Road, Halifax | 394 yd | |
| Scrumptious Bites | 101A Ovenden Road, Halifax | 656 yd | |
| The Dessert Shop | 230 Ovenden Way, Ovenden | 700 yd | |
| Mags Cafe | Unit 15A, Calderdale Business Park | 876 yd | |
| The Nutty Crumble | 20 Claremount Road, Boothtown | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Mount Club | Lee Mount Road, Lee Mount | 333 yd | |
| The Friendly Inn | Friendly Inn, 39 Ovenden Road | 397 yd | |
| Railway Hotel | 1 Nursery Lane, Ovenden | 804 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China China Noodle Bar | 23B Ovenden Road, Halifax | 397 yd | |
| Bank Top Fisheries | 5 Ovenden Road, Halifax | 405 yd | |
| Planet Taste | 95A Ovenden Road, Halifax | 641 yd | |
| Spice King | 228 Ovenden Way, Ovenden | 697 yd | |
| Ovenden Kitchen | 350 Ovenden Road, Halifax | 817 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Machines Gym (Closed) Threeways Centre Threeways Centre NURSERY LANE | health and fitness suite | 674 yd |
| Shroggs Park Lee Mount Road | grass pitches | 733 yd |
| Grantham Road Grantham Road | grass pitches | 759 yd |
| Threeways Sports Centre THE RIDINGS SPORTS CENTRE THE RIDINGS SPORTS CENTRE NURSERY LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 773 yd |
| Ovenden Sports & Community Arena OVENDEN RUGBY LEAGUE FC OVENDEN RUGBY LEAGUE FC COUSIN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 994 yd |
| Pellon & District Community Centre (Closed) Church Lane | 1,003 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 70.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 109.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.