Meadow Walk is in Halifax and in Calderdale district. HX3 5JY 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 Walk, Halifax, HX3 5JY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HX3 5JR, HX3 5JX, HX2 8TN, HX3 5JT, HX3 5JZ, HX3 5JU, HX3 5AA, HX2 8TL, HX3 5JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HX3 5JY has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 52.4% | 48% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 47.6% | 52% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 26% | 32.2% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.2% | 49.3% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 5.1% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 12% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 4.3% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 43% | 45.6% | 2.6% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 41.5% | 35.6% | -5.9% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 13.7% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.6% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 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.
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.5% | 17% | -7.5% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 9.4% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 14.9% | -6.4% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 9.8% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.3% | 23.2% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 22.8% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.9% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 98.6% | 97.2% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 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 | 97.7% | 97.5% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 52.7% | 46.2% | 6.5% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Walk was 49.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.4% lower than the Illingworth and Mixenden average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Meadow Walk has the 11th lowest crime rate of 81 local areas in Illingworth and Mixenden and the 186th lowest crime rate of 685 local areas in Calderdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Meadow Walk, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2020-12-11 | £165,215 |
| 3 Meadow Walk, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2016-03-22 | £191,070 |
| 3 Meadow Walk, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2013-08-07 | £141,460 |
| 4 Meadow Walk, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2003-04-17 | £237,000 |
| 4 Meadow Walk, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £76,950 | 2002-11-04 | £246,285 |
HX3 5JY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 126 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 20 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Field Community Primary School Cousin Lane , Ovenden HX2 8DQ | 1out of 4 | 751 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Pellon CofE VC Primary School Sandbeds Road , Pellon HX2 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 816 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Malachy's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Furness Place , Illingworth HX2 8JY | 3out of 4 | 824 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ling Bob Junior, Infant and Nursery School Albert Road , Pellon HX2 0QD | 3out of 4 | 1,066 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lee Mount Primary School Lee Mount Road , Lee Mount HX3 5EB | 2out of 4 | 1,213 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,408 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The North Halifax Grammar School Moorbottom Road , Illingworth HX2 9SU | 4out of 4 | 2,492 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Grammar Albert Road , HX6 2NW | 1out of 4 | 2,938 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crossley Heath School Savile Park , HX3 0HG | 4out of 4 | 3,155 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Bradford Deanstones Lane , BD13 2AS | - not rated | 4,869 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 | 2,321 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Sixth Form Academy Northgate House , HX1 1UN | - not rated | 2,836 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 | 1,441 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 | 808 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 | 2,200 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whitley AP Academy Whitley Phoenix Centre , HX2 9SR | 3out of 4 | 2,371 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Willow Park Willow Street , Sowerby Bridge HX6 2BU | - not rated | 3,059 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood Bank School Dene View , Luddenden HX2 6PB | 3out of 4 | 3,711 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dessert Shop | 230 Ovenden Way, Ovenden | 479 yd | |
| Ya Gobbin Again | 148 Moor End Road, Halifax | 712 yd | |
| Mags Cafe | Unit 15A, Calderdale Business Park | 909 yd | |
| Treasured By Tanya | 2 Moor End Avenue, Pellon | 930 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pellon Social Club | Moor End Road, Halifax | 803 yd | |
| Lee Mount Club | Lee Mount Road, Lee Mount | 1,000 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice King | 228 Ovenden Way, Ovenden | 473 yd | |
| Stretchgate Fisheries | 17 Stretchgate Lane, Pellon | 828 yd | |
| Saz Pizza And Balti House | 9 Spring Hall Lane, Halifax | 833 yd | |
| Brackenbed Fisheries | 10 Spring Hall Lane, Halifax | 833 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pellon & District Community Centre (Closed) Church Lane | 552 yd | |
| Ovenden Sports & Community Arena OVENDEN RUGBY LEAGUE FC OVENDEN RUGBY LEAGUE FC COUSIN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 604 yd |
| Threeways Sports Centre THE RIDINGS SPORTS CENTRE THE RIDINGS SPORTS CENTRE NURSERY LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 657 yd |
| Machines Gym (Closed) Threeways Centre Threeways Centre NURSERY LANE | health and fitness suite | 703 yd |
| Dean Field Community Primary School COUSIN LANE | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| St Malachys Catholic Primary School FURNESS PLACE | grass pitches | 861 yd |
| Ling Bob Playing Fields LING BOB JUNIOR INFANTS AND NURSERY SCHOOL LING BOB JUNIOR INFANTS AND NURSERY SCHOOL ALBERT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,051 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 183.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.