Meadow Crescent is in Halifax and in Calderdale district. HX3 5JU 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 Meadow Crescent, Halifax, HX3 5JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HX3 5JT, HX3 5JS, HX3 5JX, HX3 5AA, HX3 5JY, HX3 5AB, HX3 5JR, HX2 8TL, HX2 8TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HX3 5JU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.6% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.4% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 27.5% | 31.7% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.5% | 47.7% | -6.8% | 44.2% | 3.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9% | 10.6% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 8.3% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 39.9% | 48.7% | 8.8% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 31.4% | -6.1% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 14% | 13% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 6.5% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 17.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.3% | 12% | -9.3% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 16.4% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 6.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 15.1% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.6% | 9.8% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 25.3% | 10.5% | 16.9% | 8.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.5% | 17.3% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -16.5% |
| Other | 6.6% | 4% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.2% | 98.1% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 95.6% | 96.6% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 96.2% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 10.7% | 6.0% | 4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Crescent was 22.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.1% lower than the Illingworth and Mixenden average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Meadow Crescent has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 81 local areas in Illingworth and Mixenden and the 54th lowest crime rate of 684 local areas in Calderdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Meadow Crescent, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-08-04 | £176,831 |
| 19 Meadow Crescent, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-08-04 | £187,233 |
| 23 Meadow Crescent, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-10-11 | £193,781 |
| 6 Meadow Crescent, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-05-20 | £169,043 |
| 13 Meadow Crescent, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2024-04-22 | £169,079 |
HX3 5JU 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 5JU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ling Bob Nursery School Albert Road , Pellon HX2 0QD | - not rated | 1,122 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Field Community Primary School Cousin Lane , Ovenden HX2 8DQ | 3out of 4 | 696 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Field Community Primary School Cousin Lane , Ovenden HX2 8DQ | - not rated | 696 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Malachy's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Furness Place , Illingworth HX2 8JY | - not rated | 769 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Malachy's Catholic Primary School Furness Place , Illingworth HX2 8JY | - not rated | 769 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Field Infant School Cousin Lane , Ovenden HX2 8DQ | - not rated | 849 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ovenden High School Nursery Lane , Ovenden HX3 5SX | - not rated | 681 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ridings School Nursery Lane , Ovenden HX3 5SX | - not rated | 681 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ostler School Battison Road , HX1 4RG | - not rated | 1,276 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halifax High at Wellesley Park Gibbet Street , HX2 0BA | - not rated | 1,497 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Halifax Shay Lane , HX2 9TZ | 4out of 4 | 2,355 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,336 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 | 2,365 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Sixth Form Academy Northgate House , HX1 1UN | - not rated | 2,858 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 | 1,497 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 | 839 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norset House West View , Boothtown HX3 6PG | - not rated | 1,836 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Lights Schools Lister Lane , HX1 5JL | - not rated | 2,240 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whitley AP Academy Whitley Phoenix Centre , HX2 9SR | 3out of 4 | 2,314 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Calderdale PRU Whitley Phoenix Centre , HX2 9SR | - not rated | 2,314 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dessert Shop | 230 Ovenden Way, Ovenden | 481 yd | |
| Ya Gobbin Again | 148 Moor End Road, Halifax | 702 yd | |
| Treasured By Tanya | 2 Moor End Avenue, Pellon | 883 yd | |
| Mags Cafe | Unit 15A, Calderdale Business Park | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pellon Social Club | Moor End Road, Halifax | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice King | 228 Ovenden Way, Ovenden | 476 yd | |
| Stretchgate Fisheries | 17 Stretchgate Lane, Pellon | 904 yd | |
| Saz Pizza And Balti House | 9 Spring Hall Lane, Halifax | 951 yd | |
| Brackenbed Fisheries | 10 Spring Hall Lane, Halifax | 951 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ovenden Sports & Community Arena OVENDEN RUGBY LEAGUE FC OVENDEN RUGBY LEAGUE FC COUSIN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 539 yd |
| Threeways Sports Centre THE RIDINGS SPORTS CENTRE THE RIDINGS SPORTS CENTRE NURSERY LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 644 yd |
| Pellon & District Community Centre (Closed) Church Lane | 646 yd | |
| Dean Field Community Primary School COUSIN LANE | grass pitches | 691 yd |
| Machines Gym (Closed) Threeways Centre Threeways Centre NURSERY LANE | health and fitness suite | 711 yd |
| St Malachys Catholic Primary School FURNESS PLACE | grass pitches | 766 yd |
| Ling Bob Playing Fields LING BOB JUNIOR INFANTS AND NURSERY SCHOOL LING BOB JUNIOR INFANTS AND NURSERY SCHOOL ALBERT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,087 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 134.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.