Wakefield Rural ward is located in the northern part of Wakefield, covering a mix of countryside and small settlements. The area includes villages such as Alverthorpe, Thornes, and Wrenthorpe, each with their own local amenities and community spaces. Green spaces like Pugneys Country Park and Newmillerdam offer recreational opportunities, with walking trails and water activities.
The ward has a mix of residential areas and agricultural land, maintaining a semi-rural character. Transport links include the A636 and A61 roads, providing connections to Wakefield city centre and nearby towns. Local schools, shops, and pubs serve the villages, while the M1 motorway is easily accessible for wider travel. The ward balances rural landscapes with suburban development, catering to both commuters and those seeking a quieter lifestyle.
On average Wakefield Rural has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 73 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wakefield Rural is £45,759 per year. There are 9 schools in Wakefield Rural: 6 primary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 204 recent sales, the median property price is £225,500 in Wakefield Rural area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £1,252,500.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 64 | £315,000 |
| Flats | 10 | £138,975 |
| Semi-Detached | 85 | £220,000 |
| Terraced | 45 | £185,000 |
10 years price trend in Wakefield Rural
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Thornhill Road
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Butts Lane
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Old Road
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Green Lane Close
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Ashwood Grange
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Peel Avenue
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Calder View
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Daw Green Avenue
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Stoney Lane
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Stoney Lane
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Garden Terrace
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Fishponds Drive
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Haveroid Lane
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Balk Lane
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Bridle Close
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New Road
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New Road
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Coxley Lane
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Bridge Road
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Water Lane
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Old Road
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New Road
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Glenfields
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Lapwing View
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New Road
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Boyne Hill
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Church Street
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Broadacres
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Common Way
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Denby Dale Road West
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Woodmoor Rise
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Charles View
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Bar Lane
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Huddersfield Road
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Ridge Crescent
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Haigh Lane
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Heathcote Close
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Knoll Mews
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Durkar & Crigglestone
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Backhouse Lane
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Durkar & Crigglestone
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St Johns Gardens
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Durkar & Crigglestone
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Coxley Crescent
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Netherfield Crescent
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Netherton & Middlestown
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New Road
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Grey Gables
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Ramsey Court
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Cross Road
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South Lane
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Walton, Woolley & Bretton
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Miller Court
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Navigation Court
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Boyne Hill
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The Walled Garden
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Denby Dale Road East
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Blacker Lane
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Painthorpe Lane
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Boyne Hill
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Marshall Avenue
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Netherton & Middlestown
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Cobbler Hall
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Netherfield Place
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The Crescent
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Coxley Crescent
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Nell Gap Lane
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Walton, Woolley & Bretton
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Swaithe View
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Green Lane
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Cliff Road
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Bull Lane
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Sandpiper Mews
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Swallow Way
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Daw Lane
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Ashwood Grange
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Badger Close
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Huddersfield Road
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Bretton Lane
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Sandy Lane
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Ramsey Crescent
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Oakland Crest
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Calderstone Court
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Walton, Woolley & Bretton
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Durkar Low Lane
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Manor Rise
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Micklethwaite Road
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Micklethwaite Road
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Low Moor Crescent
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Hollingthorpe Grove
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Colleen Road
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Green Lane
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Church Crescent
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Bridle Close
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South Lane
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Netherton & Middlestown
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Whitley Farm Drive
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Carr Lane
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Highfield Crescent
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Crossfields
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.