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Central Halifax & Boothtown

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Calderdale / Central Halifax & Boothtown

About

Central Halifax is a key urban area in Calderdale, known for its mix of historic and modern elements. The town centre features retail spaces, civic buildings, and transport links, including the Halifax railway station. Nearby, the Piece Hall stands as a notable heritage site, offering cultural events and independent shops. The area also includes commercial offices and local services, making it a hub for business and daily life.

Boothtown, located northeast of central Halifax, is a residential neighborhood with terraced housing and community facilities. The area has green spaces like Boothtown Park and is close to schools and local amenities. Its proximity to Halifax town centre provides easy access to shopping and transport, while maintaining a quieter, residential atmosphere. Both areas contribute to Halifax’s practical and functional character.

Area overview

On average Central Halifax & Boothtown has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 485 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Central Halifax & Boothtown is £29,500 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).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
485
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
17.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

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

Demographics

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

Housing

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 88 recent sales, the median property price is £125,000 in Central Halifax & Boothtown area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £722,500.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£246,000
Flats23£87,500
Semi-Detached14£169,000
Terraced46£121,750

10 years price trend in Central Halifax & Boothtown

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.