Pit Hill is in Halifax and in Calderdale district. HX3 9JA is located in the Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halifax. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pit Hill, Halifax, HX3 9JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HX3 9JF, HX3 9HY, HX3 9HX, HX3 9JG, HX3 9GY, HX3 9JE, HX3 9JD, HX3 9JB, HX3 9HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HX3 9JA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 51.1% | 48.8% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 48.9% | 51.2% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 | 24% | 29.5% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 36.8% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3% | 1% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 18.5% | 19.2% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 10.1% |
| Widowed | 16% | 12.4% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (57%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 24.7% | 23.2% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -25.2% |
| Good health | 26.9% | 33.8% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 32% | 26.6% | -5.4% | 12.7% | 13.9% |
| Bad health | 13.2% | 12.1% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 8.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 4.3% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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 9JA this area, 31.6% 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 20.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.5% | 31.6% | -12.9% | 18.2% | 13.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 8.3% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9% | 6.7% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 8% | 14% | 6.0% | 5.3% | 8.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 15.5% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.5% | 20.2% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -13.6% |
| Other | 6% | 3.6% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.1% | 96.6% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 97.7% | 95.1% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 94.6% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.5% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.2% | 37.2% | -5.0% |
| Christian | 59.5% | 46.2% | 13.3% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pit Hill was 404.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 452.5% higher than the Hipperholme and Lightcliffe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pit Hill has the 9th highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Hipperholme and Lightcliffe and the 23rd highest crime rate of 685 local areas in Calderdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 190.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Pit Hill, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £66,250 | 2014-09-23 | £106,742 |
| 11 Pit Hill, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2013-12-13 | £98,681 |
| 3 Pit Hill, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2005-11-04 | £146,777 |
| 5 Pit Hill, Halifax, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2000-12-08 | £128,203 |
HX3 9JA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 9JA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salterhebble Junior and Infant School Stafford Square , HX3 0AU | 3out of 4 | 1,286 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy Swires Road , HX1 2ER | - not rated | 1,323 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Primary School, A Church of England Academy Savile Park Road , HX1 2ES | 3out of 4 | 1,353 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Portland Road , HX3 6LA | 3out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Withinfields Primary School Withinfields , Southowram HX3 9QJ | 2out of 4 | 1,486 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,989 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane Academy Park Lane , Exley HX3 9LG | 1out of 4 | 2,226 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Grammar Albert Road , HX6 2NW | 1out of 4 | 4,086 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighouse High School Finkil Street , HD6 2NY | 3out of 4 | 4,129 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brooksbank School Victoria Road , HX5 0QG | 3out of 4 | 4,396 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 969 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Calderdale College Francis Street , HX1 3UZ | - not rated | 1,769 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 | 3,085 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford Hall Cheltenham Place , HX3 0AW | - not rated | 1,170 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 | 1,702 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravenscliffe High School Skircoat Green , HX3 0RZ | 4out of 4 | 2,097 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gleddings School Birdcage Lane , Savile Park HX3 0JB | - not rated | 2,147 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hipperholme Grammar School Bramley Lane , Halifax HX3 8JE | - not rated | 3,111 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shay Cafe | 4 - 6 Hunger Hill, Halifax | 478 yd | |
| Jenny's | 14 Hunger Hill, Halifax | 516 yd | |
| Crave Cafe And Tearooms | The Shears Inn, 1 Paris Gates | 534 yd | |
| Eureka | Discovery Road, Halifax | 630 yd | |
| Square Chapel Centre For The Arts | 10 Square Road, Halifax | 651 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shay Stadium Catering Ltd (Wet Sales Only) | The Shay, Shaw Hill | 510 yd | |
| Shears Inn | The Shears Inn, 1 Paris Gates | 534 yd | |
| Railway Hotel | 29 Horton Street, Halifax | 639 yd | |
| The Grayston Unity | 8 Horton Street, Halifax | 746 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | 1 Clare Road, Halifax | 747 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Pizzetto | 35 Union Street, Halifax | 716 yd | |
| Pearsons | 19 Union Street, Halifax | 756 yd | |
| Dixy Chicken | 10 Wards End, Halifax | 811 yd | |
| Seoul Food Korean Kitchen | 5 Carrier Street, Halifax | 825 yd | |
| Redmans Roberts Ltd | Market Stall 112 To 113, Borough Market | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 28 - 30 Southgate, Halifax | 904 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 29 Woolshops, Halifax | 921 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shay Stadium THE SHAY STADIUM THE SHAY STADIUM SHAW HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 561 yd |
| 3Gi Soccer WEAVING SHED WEAVING SHED SHAW LANE | artificial grass pitch | 581 yd |
| Halifax Swimming Pool SKIRCOAT ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 652 yd |
| Xplosive Fitness SQUARE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 708 yd |
| Gemini Fitness (Closed) Square Road | health and fitness suite | 719 yd |
| Long Lane FAR RANGE FAR RANGE LONG LANE | grass pitches | 723 yd |
| The Halifax High School (Closed) Prescott Street | 806 yd | |
| Spring Hall Athletics Facility SPRING HALL ATHLETICS TRACK SPRING HALL ATHLETICS TRACK HUDDERSFIELD ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 893 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.