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Ossett North

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Wakefield / Ossett North

About

Ossett North is a residential area located in the town of Ossett, part of the Wakefield district in West Yorkshire. The area features a mix of housing, including semi-detached and terraced homes, with some newer developments. It is situated close to local amenities such as schools, parks, and shopping facilities, providing convenience for residents. The nearby Dewsbury Road offers easy access to Wakefield city centre and surrounding areas.

Green spaces like Ossett Cricket Club and Gawthorpe Recreation Ground provide leisure opportunities for the community. Public transport links, including bus routes, connect Ossett North to Wakefield and nearby towns. The area maintains a quiet, suburban atmosphere while being within reach of larger urban centres. Its proximity to the M1 motorway also makes it practical for commuters.

Area overview

On average Ossett North has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 75 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ossett North is £41,300 per year. There are 6 schools in Ossett North: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
75
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
13.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ossett North Population
9,081
Population density
1,300.4 per km²

Demographics

British
8,530
93.92%
Other White
164
1.81%
White and Asian (mixed)
54
0.59%
Indian
50
0.55%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
44
0.48%
Total population: 9,082

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,386
34.78%
Owns outright
1,368
34.33%
Private landlord or letting agency
559
14.03%
Social rents from council
410
10.29%
Other social rented
165
4.14%
Total households: 3,985

Property prices in Ossett North

Based on 112 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Ossett North area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £460,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached23£330,000
Flats6£130,000
Semi-Detached47£220,000
Terraced36£163,500

10 years price trend in Ossett North

All postcodes in Ossett North

WF50QH

Broad View

WF50RD

Longlands Close

WF50SA

Greatfield Close

WF58DT

Holme Way

WF59JW

Brammer Close

WF59NU

Holly Approach

WF59PL

Dewsbury Road

WF59RQ

High Street

WF59RR

Swithenbank Avenue

WF59UD

Cadley Hill Close

WF50RE

Spring Mill Lane

WF58ES

Lavery Close

WF59AS

Park Mill Lane

WF59BB

Gawthorpe Lane

WF59JP

Dale Close

WF59QG

Dewsbury Road

WF59RA

Westcroft Drive

WF59RD

School Street

WF59HX

Dale Street

WF58RX

Kings Croft

WF59AE

Ossett North

WF59EL

Beech Court

WF59FB

The Sidings

WF59JY

Eldon Street

WF59LN

Dewsbury Road

WF59LP

Cromwell Place

WF59NJ

Palesides Avenue

WF59NY

Dewsbury Road

WF59QX

Brookdale Avenue

WF58DR

Holme Field

WF59HY

Ashwood Court

WF59DD

Ossett North

WF59DU

Ashbrook Close

WF59EJ

Prestwick Fold

WF59JX

Milner Way

WF59RZ

Chancery Road

WF59AT

Flying Horse Green

WF59EQ

Springstone Avenue

WF59JH

Mortimer Rise

WF59PU

Bridle Place

WF59ST

Branstone Grove

WF59UF

Stanton Close

WF50QB

Spring View

WF50QL

Broadowler Lane

WF59AZ

Chidswell Lane

WF59EP

Cross Ryecroft Street

WF59HQ

Dale Street

WF59JZ

Smith Way

WF59QN

Chancery Lane

WF59RE

Northcote

WF59RW

Swithenbank Street

WF59DW

Church Street

WF59NX

Wood Grove

WF59QF

Dewsbury Road

WF59RS

Lodge Hill Road
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Data Sources

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