Crofton, Ryhill, and Walton is a ward in the Wakefield district, located to the southeast of the city center. The area includes the villages of Crofton, Ryhill, and Walton, each with its own distinct character. Crofton is the largest settlement, with a mix of residential areas and local amenities, while Ryhill and Walton are smaller, more rural communities. The ward is bordered by the M1 motorway, providing good transport links to nearby towns and cities.
The landscape features a blend of farmland and green spaces, with pockets of woodland and open fields. Local facilities include schools, shops, and community centers, serving the needs of residents. The ward has a mix of housing, from older properties to newer developments, catering to a range of households. Its location offers a balance between rural tranquility and accessibility to urban centers like Wakefield and Leeds.
On average Crofton, Ryhill and Walton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 89 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Crofton, Ryhill and Walton is £43,922 per year. There are 8 schools in Crofton, Ryhill and Walton: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 140 recent sales, the median property price is £212,500 in Crofton, Ryhill and Walton area, with individual transactions ranging from £77,000 up to £1,340,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 49 | £320,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 62 | £195,000 |
| Terraced | 29 | £140,000 |
10 years price trend in Crofton, Ryhill and Walton
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Walton, Woolley & Bretton
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Slack Lane
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Greenside Court
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Ferry Top Lane
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Cambridge Crescent
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Oaklands Avenue
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White Court
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Ferry Top Lane
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Beachill Crescent
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St James Court
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Hardwick Close
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Benwood View
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Brooklands Avenue
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Ambleside Drive
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Langdale Mount
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Greenside
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Doncaster Road
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Cow Lane
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Cemetery Road
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Oakenshaw Lane
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Crofton
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Spurr Grove
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Buttermere Croft
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Walton, Woolley & Bretton
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Bedford Close
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Scott Drive
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Brier Lane
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South Street
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Brooklands View
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Thornhill Drive
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The Balk
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Ash Street
WF41LD
Greentop
WF41NS
Hawthorn Avenue
WF42AD
Chapel Street
WF42DA
St Anne's Street
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Hatfield Place
WF42HR
Brooklands Crescent
WF42NH
Manor Close
WF42PW
Crofters Court
WF42PY
Crofton
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Laurel Court
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Lodges Close
WF41EU
Pinfold Drive
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Shay Court
WF42BD
Cow Lane
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Brunswick
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Brunswick
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Barnsley Road
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The Balk
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Manor Crescent
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Walton Locks
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Almond Avenue
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Forage Way
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Springhill Avenue
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Weeland Road
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Rose Garth
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Thorntree Court
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Dovedale Close
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Seckar Lane
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George Lane
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Crofton
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Elmwood Close
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Oakenshaw Lane
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Thornhill Close
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Greenside Court
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Holly Close
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Brand Hill Drive
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Mill Lane
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Walton, Woolley & Bretton
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Felkirk Drive
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Navvy Lane
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Bridge Street
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Cherry Tree Crescent
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Thornhill Drive
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Nevile Drive
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Barnsley Road
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Crofton
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Ash Street
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Thorntree Avenue
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Doncaster Road
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Grange View
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Brier Lane
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Charles Street
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Millward Street
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Highfields
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Regina Crescent
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Barnsley Road
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Bleakley Lane
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Bleakley Avenue
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Spring Farm
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Ashwood Green
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Hammerton Grove
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Agbrigg & Belle Isle
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Common Lane
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Hare Park Lane
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Beech Avenue
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Kingsley Close
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Mill Lane
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Cow Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.