Ossett ward is located in the southern part of Wakefield, West Yorkshire. It covers the town of Ossett and its surrounding areas, including Horbury and Sitlington. The ward is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types ranging from Victorian terraces to modern developments. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, serving the needs of the community.
The area has historical roots in the textile industry, with some former mills repurposed for modern use. Ossett retains a strong sense of community, with regular events and markets. Transport links include bus routes and proximity to the M1 motorway, providing connections to Wakefield city centre and Leeds. The ward also features green spaces like Ossett Market Place and local playing fields.
On average Ossett has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ossett is £40,110 per year. There are 9 schools in Ossett: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 197 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Ossett area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £925,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 40 | £307,500 |
| Flats | 14 | £137,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 73 | £218,000 |
| Terraced | 70 | £174,500 |
10 years price trend in Ossett
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Cadley Hill Close
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Spring Mill Lane
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Sunnydale Park
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Ossett West
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Ossett West
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Queen's Crescent
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Crownlands Lane
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Lavery Close
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Westfield Crescent
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Ossett West
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Grove Street
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Rydale Mews
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Wells Court
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Ossett West
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Park Mill Lane
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Gawthorpe Lane
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Dale Close
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Dewsbury Road
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Westcroft Drive
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School Street
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Ossett West
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Dale Street
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Fairfield Terrace
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New Street
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Horton Street
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Pildacre Lane
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Headlands Road
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Healey Crescent
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Pildacre Brow
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Priory Road
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Stoneleigh Grove
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Guildford Street
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Kings Croft
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Beech Court
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The Sidings
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Eldon Street
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Dewsbury Road
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Cromwell Place
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Palesides Avenue
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Dewsbury Road
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Brookdale Avenue
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South Street
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Manor Road
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Dale Street
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Holme Field
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Ashwood Court
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Birchen Avenue
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Healey Road
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Rydale Court
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Sunnybank Street
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West Wells Road
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Westfield Farm
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Ossett North
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Ashbrook Close
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Prestwick Fold
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Milner Way
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Chancery Road
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Flying Horse Green
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Cedar Avenue
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Queen's Terrace
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Southdale Gardens
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Nettleton Street
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Love Lane
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Healey Road
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Ossett West
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Springstone Avenue
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Mortimer Rise
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Bridle Place
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Branstone Grove
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Stanton Close
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Healey Road
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Ossett West
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Dunstan Close
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Priory Close
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Elm Close
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Towngate
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Spring View
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Broadowler Lane
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Broadwell Road
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Headlands Avenue
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West View
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Bank Street
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Pildacre Lane
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Pildacre Croft
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Chidswell Lane
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Cross Ryecroft Street
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Dale Street
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Smith Way
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Chancery Lane
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Northcote
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Swithenbank Street
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Town End
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Prospect Road
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Station Road
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Maple Court
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Broadacre Road
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New Street
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Ossett West
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Church Street
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Wood Grove
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.