Westbury Street is in Elland and in Calderdale district. HX5 9AT is located in the Elland electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Calder Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Westbury Street, Elland, HX5 9AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HX5 9AU, HX5 9AW, HX5 9AP, HX5 9AG, HX5 9DU, HX5 9DZ, HX5 9AL, HX5 9DL, HX5 9AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HX5 9AT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents 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 | 49% | 52.5% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 51% | 47.5% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 | 36.3% | 41.8% | 5.5% | 37.9% | 3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 32.1% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -12.1% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 2.6% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 16.8% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 7.7% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 6.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 43.9% | 46.5% | 2.6% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 29% | -3.9% | 33.6% | -4.6% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 18% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 5.7% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.1% | 18% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.6% | 10% | -12.6% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 18% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 7% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 23.5% | 11.7% | 16.9% | 6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.2% | 22.5% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 6.1% | 1% | -5.1% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.7% | 3.7% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 93.3% | 92.6% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 95.3% | 96.7% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 96.7% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% | 76.7% | 6.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.2% | 37.2% | 13.0% |
| Christian | 38.4% | 46.2% | -7.8% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Westbury Street was 325.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 144.7% higher than the Elland average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Westbury Street has the 6th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Elland and the 41st highest crime rate of 684 local areas in Calderdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 111.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Westbury Street, Elland, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2024-12-13 | £132,841 |
| 38 Westbury Street, Elland, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-09-03 | £152,267 |
| 41 Westbury Street, Elland, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2024-03-11 | £122,808 |
| 34 Westbury Street, Elland, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-01-04 | £186,935 |
| 8 Westbury Street, Elland, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-05-15 | £134,422 |
HX5 9AT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
HX5 9AT 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School Westgate , HX5 0BB | - not rated | 508 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Earth Primary School Lower Edge Road , HX5 9PL | 4out of 4 | 1,039 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Earth Primary School Lower Edge Road , HX5 9PL | - not rated | 1,039 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cross Lane Primary and Nursery School Cross Lane , HX5 0LP | 3out of 4 | 1,169 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Vale Academy Stainland Road , West Vale HX4 8LS | 3out of 4 | 1,547 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Brooksbank School Victoria Road , HX5 0QG | - not rated | 1,323 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brooksbank School Victoria Road , HX5 0QG | - not rated | 1,323 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brooksbank School Victoria Road , HX5 0QG | - not rated | 1,324 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane Academy Park Lane , Exley HX3 9LG | - not rated | 1,973 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane Learning Trust Park Lane , Exley HX3 9LG | - not rated | 1,973 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huddersfield New College New Hey Road , HD3 4GL | - not rated | 3,900 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Sixth Form Academy Northgate House , HX1 1UN | - not rated | 5,041 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Calderdale College Francis Street , HX1 3UZ | - not rated | 5,187 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royds Hall Community School Luck Lane , Paddock HD3 4HA | - not rated | 5,129 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Community School North Long Lea House , 5 Halifax Road HX5 0SH | - not rated | 849 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The William Henry Smith School and Sixth Form Boothroyd , HD6 3JW | 4out of 4 | 2,246 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Hillside Special School Lower Edge Road , Rastrick HD6 3LD | - not rated | 2,266 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highbury School Lower Edge Road , Rastrick HD6 3LD | 4out of 4 | 2,370 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bermerside School Skircoat Green , HX3 0RZ | - not rated | 3,067 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bertie's Events Ltd | Berties Catering Co Limited, 1 Brook Street | 206 yd | |
| Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant | 90 Southgate, Elland | 324 yd | |
| Millers | 64 Huddersfield Road, Elland | 333 yd | |
| Grandpa Thomas \& Sons LTD | 80 Southgate, Elland | 337 yd | |
| The Tea Monkey | 65 - 67 Southgate, Elland | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Drop Inn | 12 Elland Lane, Elland | 122 yd | |
| Wellington Inn | Southgate, Elland | 280 yd | |
| Coopers Kitchen And Bar | 48 Southgate, Elland | 376 yd | |
| Heist Bar/Kitchen | 44 - 46 Southgate, Elland | 378 yd | |
| The Caddyshack Clubhouse Bar & Grill | 2 - 4 The Cross, Westgate | 444 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munchies | 6A St Pauls Buildings, Langdale Street | 305 yd | |
| Wendys | 2 Catherine Street, Elland | 336 yd | |
| Munch Grill & Pizza Bar | 71 Southgate, Elland | 337 yd | |
| Elland Spice | 78 Southgate, Elland | 341 yd | |
| Zam Zam Indian | 18 Victoria Road, Elland | 404 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 1 South Lane, Elland | 449 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cartwheel Youth & Community Centre HUDDERSFIELD ROAD | 211 yd | |
| Elland Swimming Pool (Closed) Town Hall Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 257 yd |
| Elland Fitness Centre (Closed) Town Hall Buildings | health and fitness suite | 275 yd |
| Elland Ce Junior Infant And Nursery School WESTGATE | grass pitches | 503 yd |
| Jc Health & Fitness BURLEY STREET | health and fitness suite | 543 yd |
| Wainwright Hall WAINWRIGHT HALL WAINWRIGHT HALL JEPSON LANE | 636 yd | |
| Old Earth OLD EARTH | grass pitches | 704 yd |
| Old Earth Primary School LOWER EDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 981 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 | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| 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 | 186.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.