Area Guide – Halifax (HX)

Living in Halifax (HX)

Crime levels in Halifax (HX) are around the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, local rail access nearby, flood risk is generally low across much of the area, though street-level conditions can vary. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Halifax (HX)

Is Halifax (HX) a good place to live?

Halifax (HX) has crime levels close to the England average, several well-rated schools nearby and local rail access.

Are there good schools in Halifax (HX)?

Yes. 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 7 Good (Ofsted).

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Halifax (HX)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

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shield Crime Around England average (92 vs 81 per 1,000)

school Schools 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 7 Good (Ofsted)

**About Ofsted inspection information:** Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying newer Ofsted report cards will be added to school summary pages in a future update.
School	Type	Ofsted	Distance
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.1 mi
St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy	Primary	Not rated	0.1 mi
Trinity Sixth Form Academy	16 plus	Not rated	0.2 mi
Beech Hill School	Primary	Good	0.5 mi
Beech Hill Junior and Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.5 mi
Clare Hall School	Secondary	Not rated	0.6 mi
Rawson Junior and Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Trinity Academy Akroydon	Primary	Good	0.7 mi
Holy Trinity CofE Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.8 mi
St Mary's Catholic Primary Academy	Primary	Not rated	0.8 mi
St Mary's Catholic Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.8 mi
St Augustine's CofE School	Primary	Not rated	0.8 mi
St Augustine's CofE VA Junior and Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.8 mi
Lee Mount Academy	Primary	Requires Improvement	0.9 mi
Lee Mount Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
Calderdale College	16 plus	Not rated	0.9 mi
Salterlee Primary School	Primary	Good	1.0 mi
Queen's Road Junior Infant and Nursery School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Holy Trinity CofE (Aided) Junior School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Halifax Holy Trinity CofE (VA) Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Holy Trinity Primary School, A Church of England Academy	Primary	Requires Improvement	1.1 mi
Parkinson Lane Community Primary School	Primary	Outstanding	1.1 mi
Mount Pellon Junior and Infant School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Mount Pellon Primary Academy	Primary	Good	1.1 mi
Ostler School	Secondary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Savile Park Primary School	Primary	Good	1.2 mi
Haugh Shaw School	Secondary	Not rated	1.2 mi
The Crossley Heath School	Secondary	Good	1.4 mi
Salterhebble Junior and Infant School	Primary	Good	1.4 mi
Northowram Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.4 mi

directions_railway Transport Rail access via Halifax Rail Station

Station	Distance
Halifax Rail Station	0.4 mi

water Flood risk Flood risk is generally low across much of the area — check the flood map for street-level detail

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 6.9 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

local_hospital Healthcare 35 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach

Name	Type	Distance
SPRING HALL GROUP PRACTICE (BRANCH)	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
LIFELINE YOUNG PEOPLES SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
BOOTHTOWN MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
CARITAS GROUP PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
LISTER LANE SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
CALDERDALE RECOVERY STEPS	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
OAKDALE ADHD PRESCRIBING SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
HORNE STREET SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
VITA CALDERDALE DERMATOLOGY SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
PGPA CALDERDALE OOH	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
PGPA SERVICES	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
CALDERDALE SYSTMONE GPS	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
THE BOULEVARD MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
SPRING HALL GROUP PRACTICE AT QUEENS ROAD SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
SPRING HALL GROUP PRACTICE @ ROSEGARTH SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
KING CROSS PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
KING CROSS PHARMACY	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
NURSERY LANE MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
NORTHOWRAM SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
NORTHOWRAM SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
NORTHOWRAM SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
SPRING HALL GROUP PRACTICE AT SOUTHOWRAM SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
BEECHWOOD MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
SIDDAL SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
SPRING HALL GROUP PRACTICE @ SIDDAL SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
SPRING HALL SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
SPRING HALL GROUP PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
SPRING HALL SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
PGPA IMPROVED ACCESS CENTRAL	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
CALDERDALE URGENT COMMUNITY RESPONSE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
CALDERDALE, KIRKLEES AND WAKEFIELD BOWEL CANCER SCREENING CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
CALDERDALE COMMUNITY SERVICES	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
THE DALES - BCSS INPATIENT UNIT	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
PLANE TREES GROUP PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
THE NORTHOLME PRACTICE	GP Surgery	2.0 mi
CALDERDALE ROYAL HOSPITAL	A&E Hospital	1.5 mi