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Location in West YorkshireBroad Carr sits where the marker shows within the county.

12,585
Population
5,196
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£55,679
Avg. household income
542
Businesses
407
People per km²
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About Broad Carr

Broad Carr is a small settlement located in the county of West Yorkshire, England, within the HX4 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of the region, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is known for its peaceful environment and proximity to the River Calder, which flows nearby. While it is not a large community, Broad Carr offers a quiet, countryside lifestyle with access to local amenities and walking trails along the riverbanks. The surrounding landscape features fields, hedgerows, and scattered farmsteads, typical of the West Yorkshire countryside. It is a place where residents enjoy a close connection to nature and a slower pace of life. The area is well-connected to nearby towns such as Halifax and Hebden Bridge, making it convenient for commuting while maintaining a rural character.

School Ratings in Broad Carr

There are 164 schools in and around Broad Carr. The Greetland Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Broad Carr

The average property price is £248K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £173K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Broad Carr

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Broad Carr, with 24 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Broad Carr

Broad Carr 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 Broad Carr

There are 21 GP surgeries within three miles of Broad Carr, the nearest being Overgate Prescribing (0.9 miles away).

Local Data for Broad Carr

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Property Prices 1,876 sales

Average Price £248K
£2K , £3.15M
Detached £405K 376
Semi £234K 386
Terraced £173K 837
Flat £167K 165

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

99 Primary
16 Secondary
49 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the HX4 postcode area.

Holywell Green Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles The Brooksbank School Secondary 0.7 miles Cross Lane Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 0.8 miles St Patrick's Catholic Primary Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Moorlands Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Bowling Green Academy Primary Good 1 miles Elland Children's Centre 1.2 miles Elland Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior, Infant and Nursery School Primary 1.2 miles West Vale Academy Primary 1.2 miles Compass Community School North Not applicable Good 1.3 miles William Henry Smith Specialist College Not applicable 1.3 miles The Greetland Academy Primary Outstanding 1.4 miles

Household Income in Broad Carr ONS 2023

The average total household income in Broad Carr is approximately £55,679 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,184. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Broad Carr £55,679
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £41,184.

Businesses in Broad Carr ONS 2025

There are approximately 542 active businesses based in Broad Carr, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 14 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

542 Total businesses
43 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Broad Carr IMD 2025

Broad Carr 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 20%
2,248 Children (0-15) 18%
7,750 Working Age 62%
2,585 Older (65+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.1% 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 Broad Carr 109 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Broad Carr 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 48
Anti-Social Behaviour 24
Criminal Damage & Arson 12
Other Theft 7
Vehicle Crime 5
Public Order 4
Other Crime 4
Robbery 2
Burglary 1
Drugs 1
Weapons 1
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
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 3.4 miles
Huddersfield Train Station 3.4 miles
Slaithwaite Train Station 3.4 miles
Lockwood Train Station 3.6 miles
Brighouse Train Station 3.7 miles
Deighton Train Station 4.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Jagger Green 0 yards Old Lindley 0 yards Holywell Green 0.6 miles Blackley 0.6 miles Mount 0.6 miles Outlane 0.9 miles Stainland 1.2 miles Ainley Top 1.2 miles Lindwell 1.2 miles West Vale 1.2 miles Snow Lea 1.2 miles Nettleton Hill 1.2 miles

Local Government

District Calderdale
Ward Ryburn
Constituency Calder Valley
Parish Ripponden
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Broad Carr

Of the 5,465 households in and around Broad Carr, 74% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 74% Social rented 9% Private rented 16%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Broad Carr

What is the population of Broad Carr?
Broad Carr has a population of approximately 12,585 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Broad Carr?
The average property in and around Broad Carr sold for about £248,191, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 29% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Broad Carr a deprived area?
Broad Carr sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Broad Carr?
Broad Carr is covered by the HX4 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Broad Carr?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Broad Carr, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Broad Carr?
The nearest railway station to Broad Carr is Halifax Train Station, about 3.4 miles away.

Streets in HX4 30 shown View all streets

Airbourne Way 1 Alfred Street 2 Ashfield Road 1 Ashfield Terrace 2 Back Bowling Green Road 2 Back Queen Street 2 Bank Royd Lane 2 Bankfield Grange 1 Barsey Green Lane 8 Beech Street 1 Beestonley Lane 7 Berry Mill Lane 1 Black Horse Drive 2 Bottomley Lane 1 Bowling Green Road 2 Bradley Lane 1 Branch Road 7 Brian Royd Lane 2 Briscoe Lane 1 Broad Carr Lane 3 Brooklands Avenue 1 Brooklands Close 1 Broom Hill Road 1 Buckstones Close 1 Burrwood Way 1 Calder Street 1 Carr Hall Lane 1 Chapel Close 1 Chapel Street 2 Cherry Tree Drive 3

Postcodes in HX4 50 shown View all postcodes

HX4 0AA HX4 0AB HX4 0AD HX4 0AE HX4 0AF HX4 0AG HX4 0AH HX4 0AJ HX4 0AL HX4 0AN HX4 0AP HX4 0AQ HX4 0AR HX4 0AS HX4 0AT HX4 0AU HX4 0AW HX4 0AX HX4 0AY HX4 0AZ HX4 0BA HX4 0BB HX4 0BD HX4 0BE HX4 0BG HX4 0BH HX4 0BJ HX4 0BL HX4 0BN HX4 0BP HX4 0BQ HX4 0BS HX4 0BT HX4 0BU HX4 0BW HX4 0BX HX4 0BY HX4 0BZ HX4 0DA HX4 0DB HX4 0DD HX4 0DE HX4 0DF HX4 0DG HX4 0DH HX4 0DJ HX4 0DL HX4 0DN HX4 0DP HX4 0DQ