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 |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 13 | £412,500 |
| Flats | 16 | £132,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 43 | £230,000 |
| Terraced | 99 | £150,000 |
10 years price trend in Sowerby Bridge
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Hollins Lane
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Hollins Lane
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Hollins Lane
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Rochdale Road
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Timmey Lane
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Scar Head Road
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Savile Park
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Delph Hill Road
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Woodcroft Grange
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Oak Avenue
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Sunny Bank Drive
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Albert Road
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Water Hill Lane
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Boggart Lane
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Upper Willow Hall
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Delph Hill Road
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Calder Avenue
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Delph Hill Road
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Oxford Street
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Pye Nest Grove
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East Parade
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Nelson Street
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Cemetery Lane
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Wharf Street
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Church View
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Villa Street
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Sunny Bank Street
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Hollins Mill Lane
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Cemetery Lane
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Hollas Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.