About Friendly

Friendly is a small village located in West Yorkshire, England, within the HX2 postcode area. The village is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Yorkshire landscape, making it a pleasant spot for those who appreciate the outdoors. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. Local amenities include a few shops and community facilities that cater to the needs of residents. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, allowing for easy access to a wider range of services and activities. Friendly offers a quiet lifestyle, appealing to those who prefer a slower pace away from larger urban centres.

School Ratings in Friendly

Families in Friendly have access to 108 local schools. Luddendenfoot Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 15 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Friendly

Homes sell for an average of £175K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £131K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Friendly

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Friendly, with 45 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Friendly

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Friendly around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Friendly

Friendly benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,726 sales

Average Price £175K
£2K — £3.86M
Detached £331K 523
Semi £171K 1,628
Terraced £131K 2,060
Flat £110K 333

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

67 Primary
9 Secondary
32 Other
Warley Town School Primary Good 0.2 miles Tuel Lane Infant School Primary 0.4 miles Trinity Academy Grammar Secondary Good 0.4 miles New Road Children's Centre 0.7 miles New Road Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Christ Church CofE VA Junior School, Sowerby Bridge Primary Good 0.7 miles Compass Community School Willow Park Outstanding 0.8 miles Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Bolton Brow Primary Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Luddendenfoot Academy Primary Outstanding 0.9 miles Ryburn Valley High School Secondary 1 miles The Halifax Academy All-through Good 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Friendly IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Friendly are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
12,186 Children (0-15) 21%
35,969 Working Age 61%
14,070 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 45.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20% 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 Friendly 514 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Friendly are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

235 Violence & Sexual Offences
45 Other Theft
42 Public Order
38 Criminal Damage & Arson
37 Drugs
28 Anti-Social Behaviour
26 Other Crime
18 Burglary
15 Shoplifting
13 Vehicle Crime
9 Robbery
7 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
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 2.5 miles
Mytholmroyd Train Station 2.8 miles
Hebden Bridge Train Station 4 miles
Brighouse Train Station 5.8 miles
Slaithwaite Train Station 6.5 miles
Low Moor Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Luddenden Foot 0.6 miles Warley Town 0.6 miles Sowerby Bridge 0.9 miles Sowerby 0.9 miles Pellon 1.4 miles Boulder Clough 1.4 miles Luddenden 1.4 miles Highroad Well Moor 1.4 miles Clough Head 1.4 miles Triangle 1.4 miles Wheatley 1.8 miles Norland Town 1.8 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in HX2 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Lane 4 Acre Lane 4 Admiral Way 1 Aislaby Heights 1 Akroyd Terrace 1 Albert Avenue 2 Albert Court 2 Albert Drive 1 Albert Gardens 1 Albert Road 5 Albert View 2 Alder Grove 1 Alloe Field View 3 Alpine Close 1 Anvil Court 1 Arlington Crescent 1 Ash Tree Gardens 1 Ash Tree Road 2 Ashville Gardens 6 Ashville Grove 2 Atalanta Terrace 1 Aysgarth Crescent 1 Back Eversley Mount 2 Back Lane 2 Baker Street North 1 Balkram Edge 2 Balkram Road 1 Bank Edge Gardens 1 Bank Edge Gardens Close 1 Bank Edge Road 2

Postcodes in HX2 50 shown View all postcodes

HX2 0AA HX2 0AB HX2 0AD HX2 0AE HX2 0AG HX2 0AH HX2 0AJ HX2 0AL HX2 0AN HX2 0AQ HX2 0AR HX2 0AS HX2 0AT HX2 0AU HX2 0AX HX2 0BA HX2 0BB HX2 0BD HX2 0BE HX2 0BG HX2 0BH HX2 0BP HX2 0BQ HX2 0BT HX2 0BU HX2 0BX HX2 0BY HX2 0BZ HX2 0DA HX2 0DB HX2 0DD HX2 0DE HX2 0DF HX2 0DG HX2 0DH HX2 0DJ HX2 0DL HX2 0DN HX2 0DQ HX2 0DR HX2 0DS HX2 0DT HX2 0DU HX2 0DW HX2 0DX HX2 0ED HX2 0EE HX2 0EF HX2 0EG HX2 0EH