Sowerby Bridge is a ward in the Calderdale district of West Yorkshire. It covers the town of Sowerby Bridge and surrounding areas, including parts of the Upper Calder Valley. The ward is bordered by the River Calder and features a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial spaces. The town itself has a historic canal basin, linked to the Rochdale Canal, which played a key role in its development during the Industrial Revolution.
The area includes local amenities such as shops, pubs, and schools, alongside green spaces like People’s Park. Sowerby Bridge has transport links via the A58 road and a railway station connecting it to Halifax and Manchester. The ward also encompasses some rural edges, with hills and woodland providing walking routes. Its economy includes small businesses and light industry, reflecting its heritage as a former mill town.
On average Sowerby Bridge has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 85 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sowerby Bridge is £35,588 per year. There are 6 schools in Sowerby Bridge: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 171 recent sales, the median property price is £170,500 in Sowerby Bridge area, with individual transactions ranging from £54,774 up to £820,000.
Type | Sales | Median |
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Detached | 13 | £412,500 |
Flats | 16 | £132,500 |
Semi-Detached | 43 | £230,000 |
Terraced | 99 | £150,000 |
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Tower Hill
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Burnley Road
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Savile Park
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Holmes Road
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Quarry Hill
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Back West Street
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Chapel Lane
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Bank Road
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Albert Road
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Master Lane
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Gainest
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Pye Nest Rise
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Gratrix Lane
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Waterloo Terrace
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George Street
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Church View
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Canal Road
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Elm Avenue
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Tower Hill
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Charles Street
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Victoria Avenue
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Clay Street
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Upper Fountain Street
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Hollins Bank
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Waterloo Terrace
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Free School Lane
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Belmont Street
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Town Hall Street
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Wharf Street
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Chester Street
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Wharf Street
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Belgrave Street
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Willow Hall Drive
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West Street
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Holmes Road
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Boston Street
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Oak Street
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Foundry Street
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Fore Lane
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Master Lane
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Dorchester Drive
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Crestfield Drive
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Grove Street
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Montague Street
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Clay Street
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Edward Street
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Mitchell Street
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Greenups Terrace
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.