Featherstone ward is located in the eastern part of Wakefield, covering the town of Featherstone and surrounding areas. The ward is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced houses, semi-detached properties, and some newer developments. It includes local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks, serving the needs of its community. The area has historical ties to coal mining, which once played a significant role in its economy.
Featherstone ward is well-connected by road, with the A645 running through it, providing links to Pontefract and Wakefield city centre. Public transport options include regular bus services, making it accessible for commuters. The ward features green spaces like Featherstone Lions Park, offering recreational areas for residents. Community events and local sports clubs contribute to its social life, reflecting its close-knit character.
On average Featherstone has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 130 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Featherstone is £37,247 per year. There are 9 schools in Featherstone: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).
Based on 179 recent sales, the median property price is £173,000 in Featherstone area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £650,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 38 | £280,000 |
| Flats | 1 | £80,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 62 | £190,000 |
| Terraced | 78 | £137,750 |
10 years price trend in Featherstone
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Long Row
WF75AL
Pontefract Road
WF75AB
Pontefract Road
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Beech Tree Road
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Thornlow Close
WF75NA
The Green
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Streethouse & Sharlston Common
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Colliers Road
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Granville Street
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Clark Court
WF76BA
Church Lane
WF76DN
Belmont Street
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Jardine Avenue
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Alexander Crescent
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Francis Road
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Crossley Street
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Albert Street
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Leatham Crescent
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Larkspur Drive
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Brookway
WF75JA
Hardwick Road
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Katrina Grove
WF75NX
Macauley Place
WF76DB
Whinney Close
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Meadway
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Innovation Square
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Parkfield Lane
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Avon Walk
WF76LD
Alexander Road
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Vicarage Gardens
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Eastville Road
WF41DU
Weeland Crescent
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Heather Croft
WF76DD
Whinney Lane
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Foxbridge Way
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Streethouse & Sharlston Common
WF75BA
Featherstone
WF75BL
Allison Street
WF75EA
Apple Tree Road
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Priory Place
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Featherstone
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Carlton Street
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Halton Street
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Featherstone
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Kimberley Street
WF76LZ
The Copse
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James Duggan Avenue
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Boothroyds Way
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Weeland Road
WF75AT
Houndhill Lane
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Beech Grove
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Girnhill Lane
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Stoborough Crescent
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Featherstone
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Featherstone
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Thistle Hill Close
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Weeland Crescent
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Weeland Road
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Gin Lane
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Back Lane
WF75AD
Pontefract Road
WF75BE
Milton Gardens
WF75DN
Little Lane
WF75DU
Leatham Crescent
WF75HA
Vicarage Lane
WF76BZ
Red Lane
WF76JN
Cedar Walk
WF76JX
Ivy Street
WF41DD
Weeland Road
WF41DQ
Wood Street
WF41DS
Weeland Crescent
WF75AP
Pontefract Road
WF76AW
Streethouse & Sharlston Common
WF76BD
Parkfield Lane
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North Close
WF76GG
Sandringham Court
WF76HB
Cooksland Lane
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Earle Street
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Mount Pleasant Street
WF76NN
Ladysmith Close
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Jubilee Road
WF41AT
Weeland Avenue
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Miners Court
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Santingley Lane
WF75AZ
Four Stones Way
WF75DP
Leatham Park Road
WF75JB
Hardwick Road
WF75LD
Wakefield Road
WF75NE
Girnhill Lane
WF75NP
Granville Street
WF76AP
Church Lane
WF41EP
The Green
WF75FD
Lingwell Croft Court
WF75HZ
Hardwick Road
WF75LA
Wentworth Road
WF75PS
Stanley Main Close
WF76BE
North Close
WF76EU
Pretoria Street
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Streethouse & Sharlston Common
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Castleford Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.