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Wakefield Rural

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About

Wakefield Rural ward encompasses a large area of open countryside and farmland surrounding the city's urban core. The landscape is defined by rolling fields, scattered woodlands, and the meandering path of the River Calder. Settlements here are small and distinct, including the villages of Netherton and Kirkhamgate, which maintain their own separate identities.

The ward is characterised by agricultural activity and several historic sites, such as the ruins of Sandal Castle. A network of public footpaths and bridleways crosses the area, providing access to the rural scenery. The M1 motorway runs through the western section, marking a significant transport route alongside the more tranquil country lanes.

Area overview

On average Wakefield Rural has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 65 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Wakefield Rural is £52,365 per year. There are 9 schools in Wakefield Rural: 6 primary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Wakefield Rural is home to around 17,696 people, with a population density of about 409.3 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
65
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
9.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wakefield Rural Population
17,696
Population density
409.3 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
35.66(-18%)
Anti-social behaviour
10.4(-24%)
Public order
7.06(-21%)
Vehicle crime
5.42(-3%)
Other theft
5.14(-23%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
16,663
94.16%
Other White
277
1.57%
White and Asian (mixed)
112
0.63%
African
107
0.6%
Indian
75
0.42%
Total population: 17,697

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
4,553
30.76%
No qualifications
2,665
18%
Level 3 (A level)
2,606
17.6%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
2,113
14.27%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,458
9.85%
Total 16+ residents: 14,803

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
3,211
41.86%
Owns with a mortgage
2,698
35.18%
Private landlord or letting agency
742
9.67%
Social rents from council
505
6.58%
Other social rented
319
4.16%
Total households: 7,670

Property prices in Wakefield Rural

Based on 220 recent sales, the median property price is £245,000 in Wakefield Rural area, with individual transactions ranging from £53,750 up to £1,100,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Wakefield Rural 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 Wakefield Rural over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached78£327,500
Flats13£130,000
Semi-Detached89£230,000
Terraced40£203,725

10 years median price trend in Wakefield Rural

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Wakefield Rural.

All postcodes in Wakefield Rural

WF120QE

Thornhill Edge

S754DH

Haigh Mews

WF44HU

Wakefield Rural

WF44TY

Hoyland Manor

WF44TS

Farm Mount

S755QY

Long Pye Close

WF43DJ

Denby Dale Road

WF43FL

Mariner Court

WF43HY

Durkar Lane

WF43LB

Painthorpe Lane

WF44HG

Netherton Lane

WF44JL

Denby Dale Road

WF44PT

Low Lane

WF44QF

Ramsey Road

WF26TX

Patch Wood Court

WF43AZ

Denby Dale Road

WF43GJ

Oakdale Croft

WF43NA

Hollingthorpe Lane

WF44NS

New Road

WF44PN

Sandy Lane

WF44RR

Old Road

WF26QP

Mill Farm Drive

WF27AR

Appleton Court

WF27UA

Peel Avenue

WF43FQ

St James Road

WF43FU

Denby Dale Road

WF44JU

Wakefield Rural

WF44QH

Ramsey Road

WF44RP

New Hall Approach

S755RQ

Bloomingdale Court

WF44RD

Woodhall Close

WF43AJ

Howard Crescent

WF43EY

Orchard Gardens

WF43LT

Grenville Walk

WF43NS

Woodmoor Drive

WF43PF

Church View

WF44HB

High Ridge

WF44LW

South Lane

WF44LZ

Oakland Drive

WF42LZ

The Paddock

WF43AD

Denby Dale Road East

WF43DB

Denby Dale Road West

WF43ED

Calder Mount

WF44AS

Hardcastle Lane

WF44ST

Highfields

WF44TA

Water Lane Close

WF43BD

Newsholme Lane

WF43FW

Calder Way

WF43JU

Painthorpe Lane

WF43QJ

Castle Meadows

WF44EY

Blacker Crescent

WF44LY

Coxley View

S754DB

Haigh Lane

WF26QQ

Barnsley Road

WF42LW

Low Moor Lane

WF43HG

Oakhall Park

WF44FE

Danes Lane

WF44FN

Moorhouse Drive

WF44GY

Albion Mews

WF44HQ

Netherton Lane

WF44JS

Park Lane

WF44NB

Highfield Road

S755RL

Wheatley Drive

WF27ST

Almshouse Lane

WF43AE

Denby Dale Road East

WF43AY

Fox Lane

WF43DG

Hollin Lane

WF43ES

Bretton Lane

WF43NH

Hollingthorpe Road

WF43PJ

Woodmoor Drive

WF44FS

Moorhouse Gardens

WF44QW

Ridge Road

WF44SH

Glenfields

WF44UB

Oakland Crest

WF42LT

Bramley Lane

WF43AU

Newland Crescent

WF43JE

Hall Lane

WF43LW

Edgemoor Road

WF43QR

Durkar Court

WF44JQ

Stocksmoor Road

WF44NG

Upper Lane

WF44PF

Nell Gap Lane

WF44RA

Highfield Crescent

S754BY

Claphouse Fold

WF43AF

Durkar Lane

WF43JW

Tanyard Fold

WF44QD

Stonecliffe Drive

WF42LD

Old Mount Farm

WF43BZ

Grove Park

WF43HT

High Street

WF44JG

Wakefield Rural

WF44PB

Thornhill Road

WF42LR

Woolley Edge Lane

WF43HU

Woodhall Close

WF43PQ

Manor Farm Road

S755GP

Hepworth Close

WF42JW

The Walled Garden

WF43AT

Denby Dale Road East

WF43DR

Broad Cut Road

WF43EA

Calder View

Data Sources

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