About Dam Head

Dam Head is a small locality situated in West Yorkshire, England, within the HX3 postcode area. It is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern housing. The area is surrounded by natural landscapes, providing opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Local amenities are available nearby, including shops and schools, catering to the needs of residents. The proximity to larger towns and cities in West Yorkshire makes it a convenient location for those who commute for work or leisure. Public transport options are accessible, offering connections to surrounding areas. Overall, Dam Head serves as a quiet community with essential services close at hand.

School Ratings in Dam Head

Dam Head is served by 209 schools. 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 Dam Head

Property prices average £198K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £135K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Dam Head

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Dam Head, with 72 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Dam Head

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Dam Head falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Dam Head

Most properties in Dam Head can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,336 sales

Average Price £198K
£100 — £1.92M
Detached £381K 939
Semi £196K 1,696
Terraced £135K 3,119
Flat £129K 322

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

119 Primary
22 Secondary
68 Other
Northowram Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Salterlee Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Shelf Junior and Infant School Primary Good 1 miles Boothtown Childrens Centre 1.2 miles Trinity Academy Akroydon Primary Good 1.2 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy Primary 1.2 miles Trinity Academy Bradford Secondary Good 1.4 miles Kevin Pearce Childrens Centre 1.4 miles Shibden Head Primary Academy Primary Good 1.4 miles Trinity Sixth Form Academy 16 plus 1.5 miles Trinity Academy Halifax Secondary 1.5 miles Lee Mount Academy Primary 1.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Dam Head IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Dam Head in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
3/10
12,596 Children (0-15) 19%
41,726 Working Age 62%
17,917 Older (60+) 26%
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 Dam Head 647 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Dam Head is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

264 Violence & Sexual Offences
72 Shoplifting
65 Public Order
55 Drugs
40 Other Theft
36 Criminal Damage & Arson
35 Anti-Social Behaviour
22 Burglary
19 Vehicle Crime
14 Robbery
13 Other Crime
7 Theft from Person
4 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
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 1.7 miles
Low Moor Train Station 3.7 miles
Brighouse Train Station 4 miles
Bradford Interchange Train Station 5 miles
Mytholmroyd Train Station 5.8 miles
Frizinghall Train Station 5.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Pule Hill 0.6 miles Stone Chair 0.6 miles Woodlands 0.9 miles Northowram 0.9 miles Catherine Slack 0.9 miles Pepper Hill 0.9 miles Coley 1.2 miles Boothtown 1.4 miles Holmfield 1.4 miles Shelf 1.4 miles Halifax 1.4 miles Claremount 1.4 miles

Local Government

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

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