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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 206 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

206

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Ovenden Population

12,745

Population density

3,736.7 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

111.18(+152%)

Shoplifting

27.62(+215%)

Anti-social behaviour

21.66(+52%)

Public order

18.6(+111%)

Criminal damage and arson

18.12(+111%)

Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

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

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

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 134 recent sales, the median property price is £151,000 in Ovenden area, with individual transactions ranging from £37,000 up to £410,000.

Price distribution per property type (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.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	8	£238,000	£157,285	£187,525	£352,500	£397,750
Flats	1	£37,000	£37,000	£37,000	£37,000	£37,000
Semi-Detached	64	£185,500	£100,375	£151,500	£219,000	£260,000
Terraced	61	£120,000	£60,000	£94,000	£147,500	£208,000

10 years median price trend in Ovenden

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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