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About

Ovenden is a residential ward situated on the northwestern outskirts of Halifax. The area is characterised by a mix of housing types, including post-war terraces and larger suburban homes, set across its sloping terrain. Moorland and pockets of woodland, such as those around the upper reaches of the Ovenden Brook, define its higher edges.

The community is served by several local schools and amenities. A notable landmark is the Ovenden Moor wind farm, its turbines a prominent feature on the western skyline. The area's industrial past is reflected in place names and some remaining stone structures, with its history closely linked to the development of Halifax.

Area overview

On average Ovenden has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 215 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Ovenden is £40,596 per year. There are 4 schools in Ovenden: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Ovenden is home to around 12,745 people, with a population density of about 3,736.7 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
215
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
25.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ovenden Population
12,745
Population density
3,736.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
117.07(+169%)
Shoplifting
29.27(+239%)
Anti-social behaviour
22.05(+60%)
Criminal damage and arson
19.54(+130%)
Public order
19.46(+117%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
11,256
88.32%
Other White
574
4.5%
Pakistani
165
1.29%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
147
1.15%
Irish
137
1.07%
Total population: 12,745

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
2,566
26.25%
Level 4 qualifications or above
1,817
18.59%
Level 3 (A level)
1,748
17.88%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,548
15.83%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,160
11.87%
Total 16+ residents: 9,776

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,488
27.41%
Owns outright
1,292
23.8%
Private landlord or letting agency
978
18.02%
Other social rented
955
17.59%
Social rents from council
546
10.06%
Total households: 5,428

Property prices in Ovenden

Based on 124 recent sales, the median property price is £149,500 in Ovenden area, with individual transactions ranging from £37,000 up to £410,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ovenden in the last year.

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

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Ovenden over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached8£238,000
Flats2£78,498
Semi-Detached52£182,500
Terraced62£120,000

10 years median price trend in Ovenden

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ovenden.

All postcodes in Ovenden

HX28DS

Forest Crescent

HX28TN

Long Lane

HX35PF

Ovenden Way

HX35RE

Grove Drive

HX36QY

Jubilee Street North

HX36RX

Royd Lane

HX28HT

Keighley Road

HX28TX

Greystones

HX35BL

St Georges Square

HX35LT

Field View

HX36RU

Crossley Terrace North

HX28DB

Calderdale Business Park

HX28JH

Solstice Way

HX28JY

Furness Place

HX35FA

Athol Street

HX35HS

Bracewell Grove

HX35HY

Bracewell Drive

HX20TF

Hebble Gardens

HX28HN

Myrtle Place

HX28JX

Turner View

HX28TU

Crag Lane

HX35LL

Quarry Road

HX35QE

Friendly Street

HX35SL

Blackburn Close

HX35SU

Rugby Mount

HX28HH

Myrtle Avenue

HX28UA

Rake Bank

HX35SR

Rugby Terrace

HX36QR

Sod House Green

HX36RS

Shay Lane

HX28DJ

Forest Avenue

HX28HP

Cousin Lane

HX28LJ

Church Close

HX35NS

Nursery Lane

HX35PE

Clevedon Place

HX36RE

Foundry Street North

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.