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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
36.73(-17%)
Anti-social behaviour
10.06(-30%)
Public order
6.78(-23%)
Vehicle crime
5.09(-10%)
Criminal damage and arson
4.75(-45%)
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 235 recent sales, the median property price is £245,000 in Wakefield Rural area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £990,000.

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, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Wakefield Rural over the last year.
TypeSalesMedianMedian £/m²
Detached80£377,498£3,191
Flats13£135,000£2,030
Semi-Detached103£230,000£2,867
Terraced39£190,000£2,719

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

WF43LE

Lowmoor Crescent

WF43HE

Painthorpe Lane

WF26QJ

Miller Court

WF43PG

Haveroid Way

WF44RE

Green Lane

WF43JG

Well Head Mews

WF27SJ

Ashton Court

WF44HT

Meadow Court

WF43BX

Willowgarth

WF43NB

Denby Dale Road East

WF44SN

Glenfields

WF44HF

Church Crescent

WF42LR

Woolley Edge Lane

WF43HU

Woodhall Close

WF43HW

Painthorpe Lane

WF44SP

Meadow Vale

WF44QX

Old Road

WF43EH

Cliff Road

WF42QH

Woolley Park Gardens

WF43LD

Marshall Avenue

WF44JR

Sycamore Lane

WF43HT

High Street

WF44LQ

Bramley Lane

WF44SE

Green Lane Close

WF42JG

The Green

WF43PL

Julie Avenue

WF43AJ

Howard Crescent

WF43FY

Upper Close Way

WF44GY

Albion Mews

WF43DD

Primrose Lane

WF42JJ

New Road

S755GR

Heathcote Close

WF44LH

The Croft

WF43DG

Hollin Lane

WF44LF

Bretton Lane

WF27SL

Ashlea Court

WF43FS

Mackie Road

WF43LU

Russell Avenue

WF43EL

Cliff Road

WF27SY

Lake View Flats

WF26QQ

Barnsley Road

WF42LD

Old Mount Farm

WF45NY

Redshank Place

WF44QA

Water Lane

WF44TW

Ramsey Court

WF44JN

Denby Dale Road

S754BY

Claphouse Fold

WF44HH

Netherton Lane

WF43NX

Painthorpe Lane

WF44JB

Strands Court

WF45PY

Wakefield Rural

WF43LN

The Willows

WF44HR

South Lane

WF44AZ

Grange Lane

WF44FD

Church Gardens

WF44QQ

Ramsey Crescent

WF43HF

Painthorpe Lane

WF44QD

Stonecliffe Drive

WF43BZ

Grove Park

WF43EB

High Street

WF42LU

Finkle Close

WF43DQ

Winden Close

WF43QH

Charles View

WF44TA

Water Lane Close

WF44SA

Ramsey View

WF43AS

Durkar Lane

WF43LW

Edgemoor Road

WF27SU

Crab Lane

WF44RQ

Wood Lane

WF44LW

South Lane

WF44PR

Sandy Lane

WF44LJ

Cobbler Hall

WF44PX

Water Lane

WF43AL

Howard Crescent

WF44JX

Huddersfield Road

WF44UE

Calderstone Court

WF44PF

Nell Gap Lane

WF43PR

Hollin Drive

WF44LT

Coxley View

WF44QP

Ridge Road

WF42JN

New Road

WF43GH

Peel Avenue

S754DD

Moorhouse Lane

WF43BW

Orchard Drive

WF44RZ

New Road

S755RN

Wooley Edge Lane

WF43JZ

Jubilee Street

S755QY

Long Pye Close

WF43LP

Moorland Drive

WF43DN

Branch Road

WF44HJ

Netherton Lane

WF44LY

Coxley View

WF120QE

Thornhill Edge

WF43PB

Fishponds Drive

WF43QD

Badger Close

WF44HE

Church Lane

WF44QS

Ridge Crescent

WF44NQ

Upper Lane

S755RU

Silverwood Road

WF45NZ

Lapwing View

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/07/2026.