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Kettlethorpe & Chapelthorpe

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Wakefield / Kettlethorpe & Chapelthorpe

About

Kettlethorpe and Chapelthorpe are residential areas located in the western part of Wakefield. The neighborhoods feature a mix of housing, including detached homes, semis, and terraced properties. Green spaces like Kettlethorpe Park provide outdoor recreation, while local schools serve families in the area.

The areas have good transport links, with the A638 providing access to Wakefield city center and the M1 motorway. Local amenities include shops, pubs, and community facilities, catering to daily needs. The nearby Pugneys Country Park offers walking and water sports, adding to the area's appeal for outdoor activities.

Area overview

On average Kettlethorpe & Chapelthorpe has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 92 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 30.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kettlethorpe & Chapelthorpe is £38,900 per year. There are 5 schools in Kettlethorpe & Chapelthorpe: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
92
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
30.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Kettlethorpe & Chapelthorpe Population
6,970
Population density
1,501.8 per km²

Demographics

British
6,293
90.27%
Other White
267
3.83%
African
76
1.09%
Indian
52
0.75%
White and Asian (mixed)
47
0.67%
Total population: 6,971

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
928
30.92%
Owns outright
781
26.02%
Social rents from council
654
21.79%
Other social rented
298
9.93%
Private landlord or letting agency
246
8.2%
Total households: 3,001

Property prices in Kettlethorpe & Chapelthorpe

Based on 64 recent sales, the median property price is £200,000 in Kettlethorpe & Chapelthorpe area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £800,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£340,000
Flats3£120,000
Semi-Detached38£180,500
Terraced8£196,250

10 years price trend in Kettlethorpe & Chapelthorpe

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.