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Outwood East

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Wakefield / Outwood East

About

Outwood East is a residential area located in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. The area is primarily made up of housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced properties. It is situated near open green spaces, including Outwood Park, which provides recreational opportunities for residents. Local amenities include shops, schools, and public transport links, making it a practical place to live.

The area has good road connections, with the M1 motorway nearby, offering easy access to Leeds and other parts of Yorkshire. Outwood East maintains a quiet, suburban feel while being close to Wakefield city centre for additional services and entertainment. The community is served by several primary schools, and the nearby Outwood Academy provides secondary education. Overall, it is a functional and well-connected part of Wakefield.

Area overview

On average Outwood East has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 40 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Outwood East is £49,900 per year. There are 1 schools in Outwood East: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
40
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Outwood East Population
6,146
Population density
1,668.5 per km²

Demographics

British
5,664
92.14%
Other White
150
2.44%
African
53
0.86%
Indian
45
0.73%
White and Asian (mixed)
37
0.6%
Total population: 6,147

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,062
41.47%
Owns outright
1,020
39.83%
Private landlord or letting agency
273
10.66%
Social rents from council
91
3.55%
Other social rented
55
2.15%
Total households: 2,561

Property prices in Outwood East

Based on 72 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Outwood East area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £525,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached20£342,500
Semi-Detached40£212,500
Terraced12£151,975

10 years price trend in Outwood East

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Data Sources

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