Goose Nest Lane is in Norland, Sowerby Bridge and in Calderdale district. HX6 3SQ is located in the Greetland and Stainland electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Calder Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1981-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Goose Nest Lane, Norland, Sowerby Bridge, HX6 3SQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HX6 3QN, HX6 3QL, HX6 3QW, HX6 3QP, HX6 3PZ, HX6 3QH, HX6 3QR, HX6 3PY, HX6 3PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HX6 3SQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 50.8% | 53.8% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 49.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of HX6 3SQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.1% | 28.7% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 55% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 10.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 10.3% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 4.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 52.3% | 55.1% | 2.8% | 48.4% | 6.7% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 28.9% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 11.4% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 14.1% | 11.7% | -2.4% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 7.8% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 14.2% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 6.8% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 22.1% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.3% | 35.2% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 1.4% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.1% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.5% | 99.1% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
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 | 98.5% | 96.7% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 96.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.1% | 76.7% | 15.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 53.3% | 46.2% | 7.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Goose Nest Lane was 63.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.9% higher than the Greetland and Stainland average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Goose Nest Lane has the 37th highest crime rate of 86 local areas in Greetland and Stainland and the 258th lowest crime rate of 685 local areas in Calderdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Goose Nest Lane, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2019-02-25 | £581,033 |
| 2 Goose Nest Lane, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2009-11-27 | £471,090 |
| 4 Goose Nest Lane, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £96,000 | 1999-12-21 | £397,821 |
HX6 3SQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
HX6 3SQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in HX6 3SQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Education | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy St Peter's Avenue , HX6 1BL | 3out of 4 | 794 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Road Primary School Sowerby New Road , HX6 1DY | 3out of 4 | 888 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norland CE School Berry Moor Road , Norland HX6 3RN | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tuel Lane Infant School Clay Street , Tuel Lane HX6 2ND | 3out of 4 | 1,407 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy St Peter's St Peter's Avenue , Sowerby HX6 1HB | - not rated | 1,538 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryburn Valley High School St Peter's Avenue , Sowerby HX6 1DF | 3out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Grammar Albert Road , HX6 2NW | 1out of 4 | 1,700 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crossley Heath School Savile Park , HX3 0HG | 4out of 4 | 3,025 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane Academy Park Lane , Exley HX3 9LG | 1out of 4 | 4,863 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brooksbank School Victoria Road , HX5 0QG | 3out of 4 | 5,320 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calderdale College Francis Street , HX1 3UZ | - not rated | 3,662 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Sixth Form Academy Northgate House , HX1 1UN | - not rated | 5,000 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 | 3,306 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Community School Willow Park Willow Street , Sowerby Bridge HX6 2BU | - not rated | 1,685 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gleddings School Birdcage Lane , Savile Park HX3 0JB | - not rated | 3,072 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravenscliffe High School Skircoat Green , HX3 0RZ | 4out of 4 | 3,624 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverbank Primary School Unit 2 Ripponden Mill , Ripponden HX6 4DH | - not rated | 3,647 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood Bank School Dene View , Luddenden HX2 6PB | 3out of 4 | 3,794 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LuLu's Kitchen | 12 West Street, Sowerby Bridge | 810 yd | |
| The Supper Club | 19 Higher Brockwell, Sowerby | 903 yd | |
| Taste Of India | 1 Central Buildings | 1,012 yd | |
| Three Lady Chefs | 16 Town Hall Street, Sowerby Bridge | 1,020 yd | |
| Happydays Cycles | 18A Town Hall Street, Sowerby Bridge | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Bowling Club | West Street, Sowerby Bridge | 595 yd | |
| Royal Oak Hotel | Sowerby Street, Sowerby Bridge | 841 yd | |
| The Loose Goose Inn | 1 West Street, Sowerby Bridge | 847 yd | |
| Raffaellos | 28A Town Hall Street, Sowerby Bridge | 1,050 yd | |
| The Bull On The Bridge | 17 Town Hall Street, Sowerby Bridge | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Haddock | 16 West Street, Sowerby Bridge | 801 yd | |
| Bobby's Burgers | 36 Town Hall Street, Sowerby Bridge | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ryburn Golf Club THE SHAW THE SHAW | golf | 487 yd |
| Better Bodies Gym (Closed) Asquith Bottom Mills Asquith Bottom Mills Asquith Bottom | health and fitness suite | 574 yd |
| Sowerby Bridge Swimming Pool And Fitness Centre STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 866 yd |
| Sowerby Bridge Swimming Pool (Closed) Hollins Mill Lane | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,026 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.