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Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton

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About

Ackworth, North Elmsall, and Upton form a ward in the Wakefield district, located in West Yorkshire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, terraces, and social housing. North Elmsall serves as a local hub with shops, schools, and leisure facilities, while Ackworth and Upton retain a more rural character, featuring open fields and farmland. The ward is well-connected by road, with the A638 providing links to Pontefract and Wakefield city centre.

The area has a strong community presence, with local events and groups centred around village halls and churches. Schools such as Ackworth Howard and North Elmsall Primary serve the ward, alongside healthcare facilities like the Upton Surgery. The surrounding countryside offers walking routes, including paths along the Went Beck. Public transport includes bus services to nearby towns, though car use is common due to the semi-rural layout. The ward balances suburban convenience with quieter, green spaces.

Area overview

On average Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 86 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton is £45,642 per year. There are 9 schools in Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
86
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
12%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton Population
17,542
Population density
372 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
16,525
94.2%
Other White
476
2.71%
White and Asian (mixed)
62
0.35%
Irish
60
0.34%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
60
0.34%
Total population: 17,543

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,783
36.78%
Owns with a mortgage
2,663
35.19%
Private landlord or letting agency
880
11.63%
Social rents from council
628
8.3%
Other social rented
388
5.13%
Total households: 7,567

Property prices in Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton

Based on 231 recent sales, the median property price is £200,000 in Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton area, with individual transactions ranging from £51,000 up to £2,000,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached54£290,000
Flats1£105,000
Semi-Detached93£200,000
Terraced83£165,000

10 years median price trend in Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton.

All postcodes in Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton

WF77QZ

Ackworth & Darrington

WF77SZ

Ackworth & Darrington

WF91BH

Field Lane

WF91BX

Manor Close

WF91HX

Rosedale Close

WF91JB

Harewood Lane

WF91LQ

Smeaton Road

WF91PW

Meadow View

WF92UG

Almond Close

WF92UN

Hillside Court

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.