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Halifax Handbook

An unofficial guide to the town, its amenities, facilities and businesses; includes maps, photos, statistics and a history.

Quick Facts

» Population of 82,056 people
»Largest town in Calderdale
» Was the centre of wool manufacturing in the 15th century
» Famous landmarks include Shibden Hall, Piece Hall and Wainhouse Tower

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Links

Halifax Courier
Calderdale Council
Brighouse Online

Halifax Online v1.0

Miscellaneous

The Halifax constituency wa created in 1832, and is represented today by Linda Riordan (Labour).

Population of 82,056 (2001)

Postcode: HX1-7
Phone dialling code: 04122

Ethnic groups: Caucasion: 87%, Pakistani 10%.

Halifax phone exchange servies nearly 30,000 residential premises and supports the following services.

ADSL: Yes
SDSL: Yes
LLU services: Yes
Cable: Yes

Virgin media is avaliable in some areas.