The Crescent is in Southowram, Halifax and in Calderdale district. HX3 9NX is located in the Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halifax. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Crescent, Southowram, Halifax, HX3 9NX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HX3 9NT, HX3 9NU, HX3 9NW, HX3 9NR, HX3 9NS, HX3 9NP, HX3 9LS, HX3 9NQ, HX3 9PL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HX3 9NX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 51.9% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 46.4% | 48.1% | 1.7% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 25.4% | 35% | 9.6% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 41.6% | -14.0% | 44.2% | -2.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 8.9% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 11.7% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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 | 49.7% | 47.1% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 32.1% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 17.4% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 2.7% | -3.1% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 19.1% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 13.3% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 16% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.7% | 10.9% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 5.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 12.9% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 24.6% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -9.2% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.1% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.4% | 93.5% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 96.7% | 95.2% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 95.2% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Crescent was 65.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.9% lower than the Hipperholme and Lightcliffe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Crescent has the 26th lowest crime rate of 72 local areas in Hipperholme and Lightcliffe and the 292nd lowest crime rate of 684 local areas in Calderdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 The Crescent, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-07-12 | £209,250 |
| Landymere View, 2 The Crescent, Halifax, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2021-12-06 | £562,286 |
| 12 The Crescent, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2020-03-10 | £204,363 |
| 23 The Crescent, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2019-08-14 | £292,886 |
| 12 The Crescent, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2019-03-06 | £196,177 |
HX3 9NX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 9NX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ling Bob Nursery School Albert Road , Pellon HX2 0QD | - not rated | 4,177 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Withinfields Primary School Withinfields , Southowram HX3 9QJ | 3out of 4 | 932 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy Portland Road , HX3 6LA | - not rated | 1,610 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Portland Road , HX3 6LA | - not rated | 1,610 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salterhebble Junior and Infant School Stafford Square , HX3 0AU | 3out of 4 | 1,698 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Siddal Junior School Oxford Lane , Siddal HX3 9LA | - not rated | 1,736 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clare Hall School Oxford Road , HX1 2QU | - not rated | 1,452 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane Academy Park Lane , Exley HX3 9LG | - not rated | 2,349 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane Learning Trust Park Lane , Exley HX3 9LG | - not rated | 2,349 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haugh Shaw School Moorfield Street , HX1 3ER | - not rated | 2,524 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crossley Heath School Savile Park , HX3 0HG | - not rated | 2,712 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 1,419 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Calderdale College Francis Street , HX1 3UZ | - not rated | 2,481 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 | 3,768 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Beaconsfield Centre Bennett Street , HX3 9JG | - not rated | 596 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Hall School Cheltenham Place , Halifax HX3 0AW | - not rated | 1,610 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Elms Stafford Hall , Cheltenham Place HX3 0AT | - not rated | 1,616 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Heywood School Northowram , HX3 7DA | - not rated | 2,197 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Lights Schools Lister Lane , HX1 5JL | - not rated | 2,387 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eureka | Discovery Road, Halifax | 989 yd | |
| Square Chapel Centre For The Arts | 10 Square Road, Halifax | 1,058 yd | |
| Crave Cafe And Tearooms | The Shears Inn, 1 Paris Gates | 1,062 yd | |
| Sunny Gym Soft Play And Party Centre | Unit 4, Causey Hall | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shears Inn | The Shears Inn, 1 Paris Gates | 1,062 yd | |
| Railway Hotel | 29 Horton Street, Halifax | 1,087 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Long Lane FAR RANGE FAR RANGE LONG LANE | grass pitches | 339 yd |
| Withinfields Primary School WITHINFIELDS | grass pitches | 935 yd |
| Xplosive Fitness SQUARE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,059 yd |
| Gemini Fitness (Closed) Square Road | health and fitness suite | 1,066 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 | 88.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.