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Location in West YorkshireBooth Wood sits where the marker shows within the county.

19,284
Population
8,375
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£50,118
Avg. household income
790
Businesses
352
People per km²
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About Booth Wood

Booth Wood is located in West Yorkshire, within the HX6 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by woodland and open countryside. The area is known for its natural setting, with walking trails and footpaths that attract local residents and visitors. The wood itself provides a peaceful retreat from nearby urban centres, offering a range of native trees and wildlife. Access to Booth Wood is straightforward from the surrounding villages, and it is often used for leisure activities such as dog walking and nature observation. The landscape is typical of the Yorkshire countryside, with rolling hills and mature trees. There are no major facilities within the wood, but it remains a popular spot for those seeking quiet outdoor space.

School Ratings in Booth Wood

There are 47 schools in and around Booth Wood. Compass Community School Willow Park is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Booth Wood

The average property price is £219K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £156K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Booth Wood

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Booth Wood, with 16 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Booth Wood

Booth Wood sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Booth Wood

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Booth Wood, the nearest being Brig Royd Surgery (2.1 miles away).

Local Data for Booth Wood

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Property Prices 3,117 sales

Average Price £219K
£1K , £16M
Detached £410K 417
Semi £226K 622
Terraced £156K 1,499
Flat £127K 381

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

35 Primary
4 Secondary
8 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 12

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HX6 postcode area.

St John's Primary School In Rishworth Primary Good 0.9 miles Rishworth School Not applicable 1.3 miles Riverbank Primary School Not applicable Good 2 miles Wilberlee Junior and Infant School Primary Good 2.3 miles Ripponden Junior and Infant School Primary Good 2.3 miles Barkisland CofE VA Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Slaithwaite Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School Primary Good 2.8 miles Clough Head Junior and Infant School Primary Good 2.9 miles St Mary's CofE (VC) J and I School Primary Good 3 miles Nields Academy Primary 3.1 miles Marsden Infant and Nursery School Primary Requires Improvement 3.2 miles Colne Valley Children's Centre Good 3.2 miles

Household Income in Booth Wood ONS 2023

The average total household income in Booth Wood is approximately £50,118 a year before tax, 9% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,144. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Booth Wood £50,118
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,144.

Businesses in Booth Wood ONS 2025

There are approximately 790 active businesses based in Booth Wood, around 41 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 8 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

790 Total businesses
41 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Booth Wood IMD 2025

Booth Wood sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
2/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 63%
Older 65+ 18%
3,621 Children (0-15) 19%
12,151 Working Age 63%
3,516 Older (65+) 18%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.2% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Booth Wood 153 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Booth Wood sit broadly in line with national averages for a small town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 60
Anti-Social Behaviour 16
Criminal Damage & Arson 15
Public Order 15
Burglary 10
Other Crime 10
Vehicle Crime 9
Other Theft 8
Drugs 6
Shoplifting 2
Bicycle Theft 1
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Marsden (Yorks) Train Station 3 miles
Slaithwaite Train Station 3 miles
Mytholmroyd Train Station 6 miles
Littleborough Train Station 6.2 miles
Lockwood Train Station 6.2 miles
Halifax Train Station 6.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Pike End 0.9 miles Pike Law 0.9 miles Camp Hill 1.2 miles Rishworth 1.2 miles Krumlin 1.8 miles Bradshaw 1.8 miles Ripponden 1.9 miles Pole Moor 2 miles Penny Hill 2.2 miles Wilberlee 2.2 miles Barkisland 2.2 miles Soyland Town 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Calderdale
Ward Sowerby Bridge
Constituency Halifax
Parish Calderdale, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Booth Wood

Of the 8,574 households in and around Booth Wood, 66% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 20% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 66% Social rented 14% Private rented 20%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Booth Wood.

Frequently Asked Questions about Booth Wood

What is the population of Booth Wood?
Booth Wood has a population of approximately 19,284 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Booth Wood?
The average property in and around Booth Wood sold for about £219,363, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 37% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Booth Wood a deprived area?
Booth Wood sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Booth Wood?
Booth Wood is covered by the HX6 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Booth Wood?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Booth Wood, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Booth Wood?
The nearest railway station to Booth Wood is Marsden (Yorks) Train Station, about 3 miles away.

Streets in HX6 30 shown View all streets

Albert Road 6 Alexandra Close 2 Alma Lane 1 Annie Street 1 Arnold Street 1 Ash Hall Lane 1 Ash Terrace 1 Back Fold 1 Back Lane 2 Back o' th' Height 1 Back Pleasant Street 1 Back West Street 2 Bairstow Court 1 Bairstow Lane 3 Bairstow Mount 1 Bank Hey Bottom Lane 2 Bank Road 2 Bar Lane 4 Barge Avenue 2 Bates Avenue 1 Beck Road 3 Beech Avenue 2 Beech Road 5 Beechwood Avenue 2 Beechwood Crescent 1 Beechwood Drive 1 Belgrave Street 1 Belmont Street 1 Bentley Mount 1 Bentley Royd Close 1

Postcodes in HX6 50 shown View all postcodes

HX6 1AA HX6 1AB HX6 1AD HX6 1AE HX6 1AF HX6 1AG HX6 1AH HX6 1AJ HX6 1AN HX6 1AP HX6 1AX HX6 1AZ HX6 1BA HX6 1BB HX6 1BD HX6 1BE HX6 1BG HX6 1BH HX6 1BJ HX6 1BL HX6 1BN HX6 1BP HX6 1BQ HX6 1BS HX6 1BT HX6 1BU HX6 1BW HX6 1BX HX6 1BY HX6 1BZ HX6 1DA HX6 1DB HX6 1DD HX6 1DE HX6 1DF HX6 1DG HX6 1DH HX6 1DJ HX6 1DL HX6 1DN HX6 1DP HX6 1DQ HX6 1DR HX6 1DS HX6 1DT HX6 1DU HX6 1DW HX6 1DX HX6 1DY HX6 1DZ