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Sandal

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Wakefield / Sandal

About

Sandal is a residential suburb located in the south of Wakefield, West Yorkshire. It is known for its mix of housing, ranging from Victorian terraces to modern developments. The area has good transport links, with Sandal and Agbrigg railway station providing easy access to Wakefield city centre and Leeds.

Sandal is home to Sandal Castle, a historic landmark with connections to the Wars of the Roses. The area has several parks and green spaces, including Sandal Magna Park, which offers walking routes and play areas. Local amenities include shops, schools, and pubs, making it a practical place to live for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average Sandal has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sandal is £66,800 per year. There are 2 schools in Sandal: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
76
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
3.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Sandal Population
6,031
Population density
1,482.8 per km²

Demographics

British
5,362
88.89%
Indian
140
2.32%
Other White
102
1.69%
Pakistani
95
1.57%
Other Asian
50
0.83%
Total population: 6,032

Housing

Owns outright
1,484
55.58%
Owns with a mortgage
859
32.17%
Private landlord or letting agency
156
5.84%
Social rents from council
62
2.32%
Shared ownership
46
1.72%
Total households: 2,670

Property prices in Sandal

Based on 95 recent sales, the median property price is £382,000 in Sandal area, with individual transactions ranging from £58,750 up to £1,480,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached61£475,000
Flats3£212,000
Semi-Detached28£281,500
Terraced3£292,000

10 years price trend in Sandal

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Data Sources

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