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Hipperholme and Lightcliffe

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About

Hipperholme and Lightcliffe is a ward in the eastern part of Calderdale, West Yorkshire. The area includes the villages of Hipperholme, Lightcliffe, and parts of Brighouse. It is bordered by the M62 motorway to the south, providing easy access to Leeds and Manchester. The ward features a mix of residential areas, green spaces, and local businesses, with a strong sense of community.

The landscape is characterised by rolling hills and wooded valleys, typical of the South Pennines. Hipperholme and Lightcliffe have a range of amenities, including schools, shops, and pubs, catering to local needs. The area also has historical landmarks, such as St Matthew's Church in Lightcliffe, which dates back to the 19th century. Public transport links connect the ward to nearby towns, making it a practical place to live for commuters.

Area overview

On average Hipperholme and Lightcliffe has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 73 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hipperholme and Lightcliffe is £43,691 per year. There are 5 schools in Hipperholme and Lightcliffe: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
73
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
6.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hipperholme and Lightcliffe Population
11,650
Population density
1,099.9 per km²

Demographics

British
10,804
92.74%
Other White
158
1.36%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
108
0.93%
Pakistani
103
0.88%
White and Asian (mixed)
93
0.8%
Total population: 11,650

Housing

Owns outright
1,975
38.85%
Owns with a mortgage
1,841
36.21%
Private landlord or letting agency
683
13.43%
Other social rented
334
6.57%
Social rents from council
140
2.75%
Total households: 5,084

Property prices in Hipperholme and Lightcliffe

Based on 149 recent sales, the median property price is £249,000 in Hipperholme and Lightcliffe area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £730,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached38£396,998
Flats13£99,500
Semi-Detached58£238,500
Terraced40£194,750

10 years price trend in Hipperholme and Lightcliffe

All postcodes in Hipperholme and Lightcliffe

HX38HU

Garden Fold

HX38JP

Coley Road

HX38LF

Northedge Lane

HX38NX

Leyburn Avenue

HX38PT

Leeds Road

HX38QF

Hill End Close

HX38TP

Ryecroft Close

HX38TY

Clifton & Bailiff Bridge

HX38UA

Ripley Street

HX38UD

Valley Avenue

HX38UZ

Aysgarth Avenue

HX38XL

Fairless Avenue

HD62HQ

Bryden Close

HD62LW

Newton Park

HD62PE

Halifax Road

HD62RD

Adams Court

HD64FP

Axminster Drive

HX38QB

Rookes Lane

HX38QR

Village Street

HX38NH

Holly Bank Drive

HX38AF

Highland Ville

HX38BH

St Giles Road

HX38JQ

Hipperholme

HX38SQ

Park Close

HX38UW

Laburnum Grove

HX38UX

Shirley Grove

HD62LX

Coach Road

HD64FT

Winding Rise

HD64EZ

Bridge Court

HX38NG

Leeds Road

HX38AG

Highland Ville

HX38BQ

St Giles Road

HX38DZ

Brookeville Avenue

HX38ES

Halifax Road

HX38FD

Harley Head Avenue

HX38FG

Thompson Close

HX38HW

Badger Lane

HX38JE

Bramley Lane

HX38TE

Flowerlands

HX38UJ

East Street

HD62LN

Coach Road

HD62LR

Lower Finkil Street

HD62PS

Green Lane

HD64DP

New Street

HD64EQ

Field Top

HD64EN

Clifton & Bailiff Bridge

HX38JU

Hipperholme

HX38LB

Hipperholme

HX38LA

Northedge Lane

HX38JW

Northedge Lane

HX38HB

Halifax Old Road

HX38JX

Hipperholme

HX38NR

Craiglands

HX38NZ

Amisfield Road

HX38QG

Sowden Lane

HX38QS

Clifton & Bailiff Bridge

HX38TX

Holme Street

HX38XG

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Data Sources

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