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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Leatham Drive
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Victoria Street
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Haigh Moor Drive
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Wakefield Road
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Wakefield Road
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Farm Gardens
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Streethouse & Sharlston Common
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Castleford Lane
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Woodside Avenue
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Queen's Crescent
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Houndhill Lane
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Leatham Crescent
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Wakefield Road
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Girnhill Lane
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Stanley Main Avenue
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Litell Royd
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Green Lane
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Rhyl Street
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Sycamore Way
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Towers Lane
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Oxford Street
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Regent Street
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High Hazel Close
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Nunn's Lane
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Featherstone
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Nunns View
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Meadway
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Thistle Hill Drive
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Streethouse & Sharlston Common
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Cedar Walk
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Willowmore Fold
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The Beeches
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Clifton Road
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Southfield Road
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Crossley Street
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Weeland Road
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Doncaster Road
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Kempston Road
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St Thomas Road
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Priory Road
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Claytons Buildings
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Favell Gardens
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Muirfield Avenue
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Woodside Crescent
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Halfpenny Lane
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The Delph
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Featherstone
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Nunn's Green
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Wesley Place
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Highfield Close
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Netheroyd
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Cooksland Lane
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Warren Drive
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Carlton Street
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Gleneagles Road
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Coronation Road
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Houndhill Lane
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Mews Court
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Kempston Road
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Warren Court
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Katrina Grove
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Girnhill Lane
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Verner Street
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Mill Lane
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Waldenhowe Close
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Green Lane
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Colliery Street
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Weeland Road
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Grime Lane
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Premier Way North
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Wentworth Road
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Farm Road
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Andrew Street
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Hillcrest Avenue
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Claytons Buildings
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De Lacy Avenue
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Streethouse & Sharlston Common
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Gladstone Street
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James Duggan Avenue
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Pretoria Street
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Weeland Drive
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Clark Court
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Wakefield Road
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Albert Street
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Wakefield Road
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George Street
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Post Office Road
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Post Office Road
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Bedford Court
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Friar's Close
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Featherstone
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Apple Tree Road
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Red Lane
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Streethouse & Sharlston Common
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Kimberley Street
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Streethouse & Sharlston Common
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Riverside Court
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Westwinds
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Featherstone
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Springvale Close