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Stanley and Outwood East

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About

Stanley and Outwood East is a ward in the Wakefield district, located in West Yorkshire. The area includes the towns of Stanley and Outwood, along with surrounding neighborhoods. It is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types, including terraced homes, semidetached properties, and some newer developments. The ward has good transport links, with the A61 and M1 motorway providing easy access to Wakefield city center and Leeds.

Local amenities include schools, parks, and shopping facilities, with Outwood’s high street offering a range of independent and chain stores. The area has a strong community presence, with events and activities often organized by local groups. Green spaces like Stanley Marsh and Outwood Park provide recreational opportunities. The ward is also home to Outwood Grange Academy, a well-known secondary school. Industrial and commercial areas are scattered throughout, contributing to the local economy.

Area overview

On average Stanley and Outwood East has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 93 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Stanley and Outwood East is £46,567 per year. There are 7 schools in Stanley and Outwood East: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
93
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
9.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Stanley and Outwood East Population
16,806
Population density
1,237.7 per km²

Demographics

British
14,890
88.63%
Other White
455
2.71%
Indian
298
1.77%
Pakistani
239
1.42%
African
157
0.93%
Total population: 16,800

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
2,782
38.33%
Owns outright
2,633
36.28%
Private landlord or letting agency
898
12.37%
Social rents from council
509
7.01%
Other social rented
238
3.28%
Total households: 7,258

Property prices in Stanley and Outwood East

Based on 251 recent sales, the median property price is £240,000 in Stanley and Outwood East area, with individual transactions ranging from £38,000 up to £660,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached88£360,000
Flats6£135,250
Semi-Detached93£230,000
Terraced64£166,500

10 years price trend in Stanley and 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.