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Location in West YorkshireBoothtown sits where the marker shows within the county.

46,726
Population
20,146
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£48,224
Avg. household income
1,620
Businesses
1,524
People per km²
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About Boothtown

Boothtown is a small settlement located in the county of West Yorkshire, England, within the HX3 postcode area. It lies in the Calder Valley, near the town of Sowerby Bridge, and is part of the metropolitan borough of Kirklees. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with a mix of residential properties and open countryside. Historically, Boothtown was associated with textile manufacturing during the Industrial Revolution, and remnants of this past can still be seen in the local architecture. The village is accessible via the A640 road, which connects it to nearby towns. While it remains a quiet community, it offers a peaceful environment with easy access to the surrounding hills and valleys. The local amenities are modest, reflecting its size and rural character.

School Ratings in Boothtown

There are 152 schools in and around Boothtown. All Saints' CofE Primary School and Ravenscliffe High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Boothtown

The average property price is £205K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £142K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Boothtown

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Boothtown, with 84 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Boothtown

Boothtown 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 Boothtown

There are 29 GP surgeries within three miles of Boothtown, the nearest being Caritas Group Practice (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Boothtown

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Property Prices 6,709 sales

Average Price £205K
£100 , £1.97M
Detached £395K 995
Semi £207K 1,833
Terraced £142K 3,222
Flat £130K 389

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

95 Primary
14 Secondary
43 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 10

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HX3 postcode area.

Lee Mount Academy Primary 0.2 miles Boothtown Childrens Centre 0.2 miles Trinity Academy Akroydon Primary Good 0.2 miles Kevin Pearce Childrens Centre 0.4 miles Beech Hill School Primary Good 0.6 miles St Augustine's CofE School Primary 0.7 miles Jubilee Children's Centre 0.7 miles Sunshine Childrens Centre 0.7 miles Mount Pellon Primary Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles Moorside Community Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy Primary 0.8 miles Beacon Lights Schools Not applicable Good 0.9 miles

Household Income in Boothtown ONS 2023

The average total household income in Boothtown is approximately £48,224 a year before tax, 13% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,110. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Boothtown £48,224
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £37,110.

Businesses in Boothtown ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,620 active businesses based in Boothtown, around 35 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 26 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,620 Total businesses
35 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Boothtown IMD 2025

Boothtown 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
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 20%
8,666 Children (0-15) 19%
28,555 Working Age 61%
9,495 Older (65+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 18% 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 Boothtown 749 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Boothtown sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 312
Anti-Social Behaviour 84
Shoplifting 71
Public Order 61
Other Theft 46
Criminal Damage & Arson 41
Vehicle Crime 33
Drugs 28
Burglary 25
Other Crime 25
Theft from Person 9
Robbery 6
Weapons 5
Bicycle Theft 3
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

Halifax Train Station 1.2 miles
Mytholmroyd Train Station 4.5 miles
Brighouse Train Station 4.6 miles
Low Moor Train Station 5.1 miles
Hebden Bridge Train Station 5.6 miles
Bradford Interchange Train Station 6.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Woodlands 0.6 miles Wheatley 0.6 miles Pellon 0.9 miles Halifax 0.9 miles Claremount 0.9 miles Pule Hill 0.9 miles Ovenden 0.9 miles Highroad Well Moor 1.2 miles Holmfield 1.2 miles Dam Head 1.4 miles Stoney Royd 1.4 miles Illingworth 1.4 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Boothtown

Of the 21,036 households in and around Boothtown, 67% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 67% Social rented 14% Private rented 19%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Boothtown

What is the population of Boothtown?
Boothtown has a population of approximately 46,726 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Boothtown?
The average property in and around Boothtown sold for about £204,950, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 41% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Boothtown a deprived area?
Boothtown 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 Boothtown?
Boothtown is covered by the HX3 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Boothtown?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Boothtown, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Boothtown?
The nearest railway station to Boothtown is Halifax Train Station, about 1.2 miles away.

Streets in HX3 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Walk 1 Abbey Walk South 1 Acacia Drive 2 Ada Street 1 Addersgate Lane 1 Airedale Drive 1 Akroyd Court 2 Albany Street 2 Albert Promenade 3 All Souls' Road 1 All Souls' Street 2 Amblers Terrace 1 Amisfield Road 1 Amy Street 1 Andrew Close 1 Annes Court 1 Ash Close 1 Ashday Lane 2 Ashfield Close 1 Ashfield Drive 2 Ashgrove Avenue 3 Ashgrove Place 1 Ashleigh Street 1 Ashville Street 1 Aspen Grove 1 Asquith Mews 1 Astral Avenue 1 Astral Close 1 Athol Close 1 Athol Crescent 2

Postcodes in HX3 50 shown View all postcodes

HX3 0AB HX3 0AD HX3 0AE HX3 0AG HX3 0AH HX3 0AJ HX3 0AL HX3 0AN HX3 0AP HX3 0AQ HX3 0AR HX3 0AS HX3 0AT HX3 0AU HX3 0AW HX3 0AZ HX3 0BA HX3 0BB HX3 0BD HX3 0BE HX3 0BG HX3 0BH HX3 0BJ HX3 0BL HX3 0BN HX3 0BP HX3 0BQ HX3 0BS HX3 0BT HX3 0BU HX3 0BW HX3 0BX HX3 0BY HX3 0BZ HX3 0DA HX3 0DB HX3 0DD HX3 0DE HX3 0DF HX3 0DG HX3 0DH HX3 0DJ HX3 0DL HX3 0DN HX3 0DP HX3 0DQ HX3 0DR HX3 0DS HX3 0DT HX3 0DU