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South Elmsall and South Kirkby

About

South Elmsall and South Kirkby form a ward in the eastern part of the Wakefield district. The area is characterised by its former mining heritage, with many communities originally developed around the local collieries. Residential streets are mixed with industrial estates and areas of open land. The landscape includes some agricultural fields and smaller woodland patches, reflecting its position on the outskirts of the urban core.

The ward contains several local shopping parades serving the residential neighbourhoods. A notable feature is the large Nostell Priory estate, with its parkland and historic house, which lies just to the west of the area. Transport links include the main railway line, with South Elmsall station providing connections. The overall feel is of a settled, predominantly residential area with strong historical ties to the region's industrial past.

Area overview

On average South Elmsall and South Kirkby has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 121 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 26.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in South Elmsall and South Kirkby is £37,779 per year. There are 7 schools in South Elmsall and South Kirkby: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). South Elmsall and South Kirkby is home to around 18,864 people, with a population density of about 1,239.4 per km2.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

121

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

South Elmsall and South Kirkby Population

18,864

Population density

1,239.4 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

64.3(+48%)

Anti-social behaviour

17.55(+27%)

Shoplifting

17.18(+99%)

Criminal damage and arson

12.19(+44%)

Other theft

10.02(+51%)

Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

British

17,085

90.57%

Other White

1,238

6.56%

African

0.51%

White and Black African (mixed)

0.4%

Other

0.34%

Total population: 18,863

Economics

No qualifications

4,688

31%

Level 4 qualifications or above

2,647

17.5%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

2,349

15.53%

Level 3 (A level)

2,305

15.24%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

1,744

11.53%

Total 16+ residents: 15,123

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

2,271

28.39%

Owns outright

2,257

28.22%

Social rents from council

1,380

17.25%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,177

14.72%

Other social rented

696

8.7%

Total households: 7,998

Property prices in South Elmsall and South Kirkby

Based on 194 recent sales, the median property price is £167,000 in South Elmsall and South Kirkby area, with individual transactions ranging from £49,500 up to £560,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 South Elmsall and South Kirkby over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	47	£246,995	£153,750	£204,500	£278,750	£328,500
Flats	4	£63,500	£60,000	£60,000	£71,500	£82,300
Semi-Detached	86	£175,000	£130,000	£155,000	£195,000	£253,750
Terraced	57	£126,000	£70,800	£100,000	£152,000	£177,000

10 years median price trend in South Elmsall and South Kirkby

All postcodes in South Elmsall and South Kirkby

WF92LX

Lime Grove

WF92LZ

Springfield Mount

WF92SE

Barnsley Road

WF92SR

Meadow Court

WF93ET

Dunsley Terrace

WF93EZ

Mill Lane

WF93TB

Northfield Grange

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail