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Central Halifax & Boothtown

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About

Central Halifax & Boothtown form a distinct urban area on steep hillsides north of Halifax town centre. The neighbourhood is characterised by dense rows of Victorian terraced housing built for mill workers, with narrow streets following the contours of the land. The area includes the historically significant Akroydon model village, with its distinctive architecture and All Souls' Church. Local commerce is focused along Boothtown Road, serving the residential community with essential shops and services.

The topography defines the area, offering dramatic views across the Calder Valley. Industrial heritage is evident in converted mill buildings and the former Sir Francis Crossley's carpet factory site. Green spaces like the People's Park provide recreational space, while the Halifax Piece Hall and Dean Clough are major cultural and business centres located just to the south, bordering the area. The community maintains a strong sense of local identity shaped by its industrial past.

Area overview

On average Central Halifax & Boothtown has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 409 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Central Halifax & Boothtown is £38,776 per year. There are 3 schools in Central Halifax & Boothtown: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Central Halifax & Boothtown is home to around 7,942 people, with a population density of about 1,142.2 per km2.

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
409
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
17.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Central Halifax & Boothtown Population
7,942
Population density
1,142.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
189.88(+330%)
Public order
63.46(+619%)
Anti-social behaviour
49.48(+246%)
Shoplifting
45.58(+420%)
Drugs
36.01(+903%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,370
80.22%
Indian
434
5.47%
Other White
385
4.85%
Pakistani
230
2.9%
Irish
71
0.89%
Total population: 7,941

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,895
28.2%
No qualifications
1,583
23.55%
Level 3 (A level)
1,063
15.82%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
892
13.27%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
684
10.18%
Total 16+ residents: 6,721

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,384
32.48%
Owns outright
940
22.06%
Owns with a mortgage
775
18.19%
Other social rented
766
17.98%
Social rents from council
261
6.13%
Total households: 4,261

Property prices in Central Halifax & Boothtown

Based on 107 recent sales, the median property price is £140,000 in Central Halifax & Boothtown area, with individual transactions ranging from £45,000 up to £850,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Central Halifax & Boothtown in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Central Halifax & Boothtown over the last year.
TypeSalesMedianMedian £/m²
Detached10£333,750£2,701
Flats23£100,000£1,721
Semi-Detached12£159,000£2,656
Terraced62£134,100£1,778

10 years median price trend in Central Halifax & Boothtown

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Central Halifax & Boothtown.

All postcodes in Central Halifax & Boothtown

HX11TN

Old Market

HX36EN

Woodside Mount

HX36UB

Boothtown Road

HX11JF

Cow Green

HX39XY

The Russetts

HX36DG

Range Lane

HX30TA

Gaol Lane

HX12UZ

Gaol Lane

HX36EE

Haley Hill

HX11DD

Southgate

HX36EJ

Woodside Crescent

HX15TL

Dene Place

HX11QH

Berwick Street

HX36PB

Butlers View

HX36QB

Chester Close

HX11QP

Church Street

HX36YR

Gaol Lane

HX11HJ

Alexandra Street

HX36NR

Claremount Road

HX19SE

Town

HX11HA

George Street

HX35AR

Dean Clough

HX11HB

Black Swan Passage

HX19BS

Gaol Lane

HX11UB

Northgate

HX11YH

Akroyd Place

HX36UD

Howcans Lane

HX36LL

Oddy Fold

HX11UF

Crossley Street

HX12XU

Gaol Lane

HX15UB

Stannary Place

HX11AH

Alfred Street East

HX19SP

Town

HX11YP

Town

HX36JW

Range Bank Top

HX19RE

Gaol Lane

HX19SG

Town

HX11RD

Bank Bottom

HX11UZ

Cross Street

HX19DD

Town

HX37LA

Ing Head Gardens

HX11BT

Old Cock Yard

HX36BQ

Belgrave Crescent

HX12EE

Ferguson Street

HX15HW

Hopwood Lane

HX19UR

Gaol Lane

HX12LL

Wellington Place

HX19US

Gaol Lane

HX11XR

Gaol Lane

HX36NE

Boothtown Road

HX11QD

Gaol Lane

HX12YB

Gaol Lane

HX37XA

Shibden Hall Road

HX11QL

Bank Bottom

HX11HU

Central Street

HX36PW

Canterbury Crescent

HX12SA

King Cross Street

HX15AR

Bull Green

HX12SS

Gaol Lane

HX12ED

Bull Close Lane

HX11NX

Russell Street

HX36JJ

Thorn View

HX36TS

Hall Street North

HX15HN

Bland Street

HX12AG

Harrison Road

HX11SB

Wade Street

HX12ST

High Street

HX38PH

Shibden Dene

HX19TQ

Gaol Lane

HX36EW

Lake View

HX12EH

Balmoral Place

HX36JX

Amblers Terrace

HX11TD

Commercial Street

HX15AE

Lord Street

HX36AS

Horley Green Road

HX11AE

Gills Court

HX12JE

Commercial Street

HX12SH

King Cross Street

HX12QQ

St Johns Lane

HX36JE

Boothtown Road

HX12BB

Windsor Street

HX36TZ

Deans Terrace

HX36AD

Spring Terrace

HX36NS

Thorpe Street

HX12EL

Brassey Street

HX36ET

Bankfield View

HX15SU

St James Street

HX36XG

Godley Lane

HX36TN

Mill Lane

HX36HQ

Woodlands Road

HX19SD

Town

HX19SA

Town

HX11QR

Dispensary Walk

HX36EP

Lake View

HX36HS

Malton Street

HX12PF

Gaol Lane

HX36NA

Ripon Terrace

HX35WP

Dean Clough

HX19TF

Gaol Lane

HX12HY

Clare Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/07/2026.