Plains Lane is in Elland and in Calderdale district. HX5 9HS 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 Plains Lane, Elland, HX5 9HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HX5 9HR, HX5 9HU, HX5 9GY, HX5 9GZ, HX5 9HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HX5 9HS has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 50% | 47.8% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 50% | 52.2% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 | 39.5% | 37.1% | -2.4% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.6% | 38.9% | 2.3% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 15.6% | 15.3% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 4.4% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 36.5% | 39.7% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 41% | 40.4% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 6.8% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 13.2% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 5.1% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.1% | 13.5% | -11.6% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 13.5% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 13.5% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 8.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 22.7% | 10.8% | 16.9% | 5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 24.5% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -9.3% |
| Other | 6.6% | 3.5% | -3.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.9% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 97.9% | 97.4% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 97.4% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.5% | 76.7% | 7.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.4% | 37.2% | 13.2% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Plains Lane was 221.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.5% higher than the Elland average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Plains Lane has the 9th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Elland and the 77th highest crime rate of 684 local areas in Calderdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Plains Lane, Elland, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2026-01-09 | £170,128 |
| 13 Plains Lane, Elland, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2025-01-20 | £144,084 |
| 4 Plains Lane, Elland, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £138,500 | 2024-06-07 | £158,962 |
| 11 Plains Lane, Elland, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-12-09 | £134,617 |
| 37 Plains Lane, Elland, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-11-12 | £156,274 |
HX5 9HS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 866 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Vale Academy Stainland Road , West Vale HX4 8LS | 3out of 4 | 1,268 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Vale Primary School Stainland Road , West Vale HX4 8LS | - not rated | 1,279 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Earth Primary School Lower Edge Road , HX5 9PL | 4out of 4 | 1,508 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Earth Primary School Lower Edge Road , HX5 9PL | - not rated | 1,508 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Lane Academy Park Lane , Exley HX3 9LG | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane Learning Trust Park Lane , Exley HX3 9LG | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brooksbank School Victoria Road , HX5 0QG | - not rated | 1,607 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brooksbank School Victoria Road , HX5 0QG | - not rated | 1,607 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brooksbank School Victoria Road , HX5 0QG | - not rated | 1,609 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,113 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Calderdale College Francis Street , HX1 3UZ | - not rated | 4,282 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Huddersfield New College New Hey Road , HD3 4GL | - not rated | 4,710 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 723 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Bermerside School Skircoat Green , HX3 0RZ | - not rated | 2,256 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravenscliffe High School Skircoat Green , HX3 0RZ | 4out of 4 | 2,256 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stafford Hall School Cheltenham Place , Halifax HX3 0AW | - not rated | 2,284 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Elms Stafford Hall , Cheltenham Place HX3 0AT | - not rated | 2,293 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| O'Crumbs/Elland Bridge Catering | 12 Briggate, Elland | 627 yd | |
| Ashby's Elland | 6 The Cross, Westgate | 753 yd | |
| Olivers | 8 The Cross, Westgate | 754 yd | |
| Barley Box | 23 - 25 Southgate, Elland | 828 yd | |
| Southgate Methodist Church | Southgate, Elland | 902 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Caddyshack Clubhouse Bar & Grill | 2 - 4 The Cross, Westgate | 749 yd | |
| The Drop Inn | 12 Elland Lane, Elland | 824 yd | |
| The Fleece Inn | Westgate, Elland | 833 yd | |
| Heist Bar/Kitchen | 44 - 46 Southgate, Elland | 918 yd | |
| Coopers Kitchen And Bar | 48 Southgate, Elland | 926 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Spice | 7 Briggate, Elland | 597 yd | |
| Westgate Fish Bar | 160 Westgate, Elland | 880 yd | |
| Munch Grill & Pizza Bar | 71 Southgate, Elland | 948 yd | |
| Elland Spice | 78 Southgate, Elland | 1,003 yd | |
| Zam Zam Indian | 18 Victoria Road, Elland | 1,003 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Elland Ce Junior Infant And Nursery School WESTGATE | grass pitches | 864 yd |
| Cartwheel Youth & Community Centre HUDDERSFIELD ROAD | 869 yd | |
| West Vale STAINLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 982 yd |
| Park Lane Learning Trust PARK LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 988 yd |
| Wainwright Hall WAINWRIGHT HALL WAINWRIGHT HALL JEPSON LANE | 992 yd | |
| Elland Swimming Pool (Closed) Town Hall Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,013 yd |
| Elland Fitness Centre (Closed) Town Hall Buildings | health and fitness suite | 1,036 yd |
| Old Earth OLD EARTH | grass pitches | 1,049 yd |
| Siddal Arlfc Exley Lane | grass pitches | 1,093 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 | 51.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 123 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.