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Netherton & Middlestown

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About

Netherton and Middlestown form a residential area on the southwestern edge of Wakefield, bordering open countryside. The communities are situated on higher ground, with Netherton to the north and Middlestown to the south, separated by the A642 Wakefield Road. The area is characterised by a mix of post-war housing estates and older terraced homes, with local amenities centred along the main thoroughfare serving daily needs.

The landscape is defined by its proximity to the rural boundary, with pockets of woodland and fields integrated into the settlements. A notable local feature is the historic St. Mary's Church in Netherton, which dates to the 12th century and sits overlooking the village. The area maintains a distinct, separate identity from the larger urban centre of Wakefield, with its own social clubs and community-focused events.

Area overview

On average Netherton & Middlestown has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Netherton & Middlestown is £49,500 per year. There are 3 schools in Netherton & Middlestown: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Netherton & Middlestown is home to around 5,747 people, with a population density of about 416.3 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
68
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
10.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Netherton & Middlestown Population
5,747
Population density
416.3 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
43.85(-1%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.05(-37%)
Public order
6.61(-25%)
Vehicle crime
5.57(-1%)
Other crime
3.65(+9%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,517
95.95%
Other White
53
0.92%
White and Asian (mixed)
26
0.45%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
26
0.45%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
22
0.38%
Total population: 5,750

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,417
28.87%
Level 3 (A level)
901
18.35%
No qualifications
895
18.23%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
710
14.46%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
495
10.08%
Total 16+ residents: 4,909

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,087
43.76%
Owns with a mortgage
805
32.41%
Private landlord or letting agency
232
9.34%
Social rents from council
199
8.01%
Other social rented
107
4.31%
Total households: 2,484

Property prices in Netherton & Middlestown

Based on 68 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in Netherton & Middlestown area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £850,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Netherton & Middlestown in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Netherton & Middlestown over the last year.
TypeSalesMedianMedian £/m²
Detached24£372,500£3,316
Flats3£110,000£1,767
Semi-Detached30£228,750£2,723
Terraced11£163,000£2,786

10 years median price trend in Netherton & Middlestown

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Netherton & Middlestown.

All postcodes in Netherton & Middlestown

WF44SZ

St Lukes Close

WF44QS

Ridge Crescent

WF44JD

Green Lane

WF44SF

The Lawns

WF44AU

Bar Lane

WF44LP

Netherfield Avenue

WF44PA

New Road

WF44RA

Highfield Crescent

WF44NN

New Road

WF44PY

Water Lane

WF44NL

Brookfields

WF44FN

Moorhouse Drive

WF44UD

Ashwood Heights

WF44YZ

Cross Road

WF44QB

Longroyd Farm

WF44QA

Water Lane

WF44NB

Highfield Road

WF44JJ

Bar Lane

WF44SP

Meadow Vale

WF44RS

Thornhill Close

WF44FD

Church Gardens

WF44RQ

Wood Lane

WF45LF

Coxley Dell

WF44HE

Church Lane

WF44RR

Old Road

WF44SS

Grey Gables

WF44JB

Strands Court

WF44XX

New Hall Way

WF44QL

Danes Lane

WF44QQ

Ramsey Crescent

WF44TB

Danesleigh Drive

WF44HL

Netherton Lane

WF44LW

South Lane

WF44HG

Netherton Lane

WF44PW

Sandy Lane

WF44GY

Albion Mews

WF44HX

Upper Lane

WF44NH

Coxley Crescent

WF45QA

Bridge Road

WF44UA

Parkside

WF44QE

Cross Road

WF44QP

Ridge Road

WF44RP

New Hall Approach

WF44BA

Grange Lane

WF44NQ

Upper Lane

WF44HN

Bridle Lane

WF44SN

Glenfields

WF44TQ

Netherton Hall Drive

WF44RU

Thornhill Road

WF44EY

Blacker Crescent

WF44RH

New Road

WF44NX

New Road

WF44PN

Sandy Lane

WF44LN

Whitley Farm Drive

WF44EU

Green Lane

WF44RE

Green Lane

WF44NG

Upper Lane

WF44PG

Nell Gap Lane

WF44PD

Thornhill Road

WF44QR

Ridge Avenue

WF44NU

New Road

WF44LS

Netherfield Place

WF44QW

Ridge Road

WF44NA

Oakland Road

WF44NJ

Brookfields

WF44JQ

Stocksmoor Road

WF44HP

Bridle Close

WF44EX

Green Lane

WF44HF

Church Crescent

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/07/2026.