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Netherton & Middlestown

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About

Netherton & Middlestown are located in the southern part of Wakefield, near the border with Kirklees. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, terraces, and semi-detached properties. Local amenities include a few shops, pubs, and schools, catering to the needs of residents. The surrounding landscape features green spaces and farmland, providing a semi-rural feel while remaining close to urban conveniences.

Transport links include bus routes connecting to Wakefield city centre and nearby towns like Huddersfield. The M1 motorway is easily accessible, making commuting to Leeds or Sheffield convenient. The area has a quiet, community-oriented atmosphere, with local events often held at the village hall or nearby parks. Netherton & Middlestown offer a balance between countryside living and proximity to larger towns and cities.

Area overview

On average Netherton & Middlestown has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 75 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 of residents in Netherton & Middlestown is £45,200 per year. There are 3 schools in Netherton & Middlestown: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
75
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
10.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

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

Demographics

Ethnic groups

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

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 75 recent sales, the median property price is £240,000 in Netherton & Middlestown area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £1,100,000.

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, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Netherton & Middlestown over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached28£325,000
Flats4£115,000
Semi-Detached29£221,000
Terraced14£203,500

10 years median price trend in Netherton & Middlestown

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.