Town ward is located in the heart of Calderdale, covering central areas of Halifax. It includes key landmarks such as Halifax Town Hall, Piece Hall, and the Halifax Minster. The ward is a mix of commercial and residential spaces, with busy streets and historic architecture.
The area has good transport links, including Halifax railway station and major bus routes. Green spaces like People’s Park provide recreational areas. Town ward is a hub for shopping, culture, and local services, with a range of independent and chain businesses. The population is varied, with a blend of long-term residents and newcomers.
On average Town has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 285 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Town is £31,742 per year. There are 5 schools in Town: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 158 recent sales, the median property price is £135,000 in Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £610,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 14 | £312,500 |
| Flats | 26 | £97,750 |
| Semi-Detached | 37 | £170,000 |
| Terraced | 81 | £125,000 |
10 years price trend in Town
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Bank Top
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Berry Lane
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High Grove Lane
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Fountain Street
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Alfred St East
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Wade Street
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Gaol Lane
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Oxford Road
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Coleridge Street
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Church Street
HX15BD
Chapeltown
HX15SR
Chapeltown
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The Bungalows
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All Souls' Road
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Chester Road
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Brier Street
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Lumb Lane
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School Lane
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Jubilee Street
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Law Lane
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Chapel Lane
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Barrowclough Lane
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Central Halifax & Boothtown
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Cow Green
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Barum Top
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Carlton Street
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Gaukroger Lane
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Gaol Lane
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Beverley Place
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Brougham Street
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Brier Street
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Gaol Lane
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Barker Close
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Southowram & Siddal
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Cinderhills Lane
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Badger Lane
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Gill's Court
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Union Street South
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Alexandra Street
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Commercial Street
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Commercial Street
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Central Street
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Corn Market
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Skircoat Road
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Arches Street
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Gaol Lane
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Central Halifax & Boothtown
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Central Halifax & Boothtown
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Mill Lane
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Crown Road
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Old Lane
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Backhold Lane
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Phoebe Lane
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Bennett Street
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Battinson Street
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Central Halifax & Boothtown
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Market Street
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Central Street
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Powell Street
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Blackledge
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Crossley Street
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Broad Street
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Broad Street
HX12JR
Clare Road
HX12QN
Coleridge Street
HX12SR
Kent Street
HX19GL
Gaol Lane
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Gaol Lane
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Gaol Lane
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Gaol Lane
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Range Lane
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Lake View
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Crown Road
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Blackberry Way
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Ashgrove Place
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Blackberry Way
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Haigh Lane
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Bennett Street
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Elland Wood Bottom
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Higgin Lane
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Bank Top
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Andrew Close
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Law Lane
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Albion Street
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Black Swan Ginnel
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Silver Street
HX11NT
Southgate
HX11QG
Alfred St East
HX11TN
Market Street
HX11TT
Crown Street
HX12LT
Central Halifax & Boothtown
HX12LX
Discovery Road
HX15AF
Brunswick Gardens
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Range Lane
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Bankfield View
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Range Gardens
HX36TR
Mill Lane
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Whitegate
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Siddal Lane
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Barker Close
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.