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Pontefract North East

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About

Pontefract North East is a residential area in Wakefield, known for its mix of housing types, including terraced homes and semi-detached properties. The area has a strong local community, with amenities such as schools, parks, and small businesses serving residents' daily needs. Pontefract Park, a large green space, offers recreational opportunities and hosts events throughout the year.

The area has good transport links, with easy access to the A1 and M62, making it convenient for commuters. Pontefract’s historic town centre is nearby, providing shopping, dining, and cultural attractions like Pontefract Castle. The neighbourhood maintains a quiet, suburban feel while being well-connected to wider Wakefield and Leeds.

Area overview

On average Pontefract North East has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 82 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Pontefract North East is £44,500 per year. There are 3 schools in Pontefract North East: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
82
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
9.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Pontefract North East Population
9,813
Population density
2,186.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,157
93.28%
Other White
287
2.92%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
53
0.54%
African
44
0.45%
Chinese
44
0.45%
Total population: 9,817

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,693
41.61%
Owns outright
1,359
33.4%
Private landlord or letting agency
432
10.62%
Other social rented
234
5.75%
Social rents from council
188
4.62%
Total households: 4,069

Property prices in Pontefract North East

Based on 160 recent sales, the median property price is £206,500 in Pontefract North East area, with individual transactions ranging from £45,000 up to £400,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Pontefract North East 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 Pontefract North East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached45£285,000
Flats1£115,000
Semi-Detached94£182,917
Terraced20£184,500

10 years median price trend in Pontefract North East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Pontefract North East.

All postcodes in Pontefract North East

WF82PJ

Ashdene Grove

WF82PY

Dulverton Rise

WF82QH

The Chestnuts

WF82UL

Ashworth Road

WF82UZ

Dandy Mill View

Data Sources

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