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 132 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).
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Hardwick Road
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Wakefield Road
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Girnhill Lane
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Granville Street
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Church Lane
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The Green
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Lingwell Croft Court
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Hardwick Road
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Wentworth Road
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Stanley Main Close
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North Close
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Pretoria Street
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Streethouse & Sharlston Common
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Castleford Lane
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Castleford Lane
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Cedar Walk
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The Fairway
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Chestnut Close
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Streethouse & Sharlston Common
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Beechfield Drive
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The Heathers
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Nunns Avenue
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Post Office Road
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Nunn's Close
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Wakefield Road
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Priory Place
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Hardwick Road
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Priordale Road
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Featherstone
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Featherstone
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Avon Walk
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Alexander Road
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Jubilee Crescent
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Pontefract Road
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Lea Lane
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Sundew Avenue
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Whiteley Street
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Nunn's Croft
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Huntwick Avenue
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Priordale Road
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Granville Street
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Henley Drive
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Meadway
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Raven Close
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Ackton Close
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Eastbourne Avenue
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Westlea
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George Street
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Leatham Drive
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Brookway
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Nunn's Croft
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Bedford Close
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Fairfax Avenue
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North Close
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Gleneagles Road
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Streethouse & Sharlston Common
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Featherstone
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Cedar Grove
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Dickinson Terrace
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Wakefield Road
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Weeland Road
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Church Close
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Weeland Road
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Streethouse & Sharlston Common
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Fearnley Street
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Featherstone
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Little Lane
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Stoborough Crescent
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Girnhill Lane
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St Martins Close
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Gin Lane
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Ackton Hall Crescent
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Ackton Lane
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Featherstone
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Weeland Road
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Beech Grove
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Oxford Street
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Katrina Grove
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Went Lane
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Mill Lane
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Robbins Terrace
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Dixon Street
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Green Lane
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Short Street
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Moor Road
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Featherstone
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Granville Street
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Haigh Moor Drive
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Clark Court
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Tall Trees Drive
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The Orchard
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Belmont Street
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Gothic Mount
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Streethouse & Sharlston Common
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Jardine Avenue
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Boothroyds Way
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Crossley Street
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Oakleigh Close
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Doncaster Road
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Maxwell Street