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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 219 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-Detached88£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

WF44LB

Bretton Lane

WF45PD

Bittern Croft

WF27BL

Peel Avenue

WF27SJ

Ashton Court

WF42LX

Finkle Close

WF43GE

Woollen Well Way

WF43GF

Nelson Grange

WF43PP

Gillion Crescent

WF44TQ

Netherton Hall Drive

WF44UD

Ashwood Heights

S755RY

Maltby Avenue

WF43BJ

Durkar Low Lane

WF43ET

Dennington Lane

WF43JJ

Hall Lane

WF43LE

Lowmoor Crescent

WF43LY

Copeworth Drive

WF44JR

Sycamore Lane

WF44PG

Nell Gap Lane

WF44QA

Water Lane

WF44SF

The Lawns

WF43AB

Wakefield Rural

WF43BX

Willowgarth

WF43DP

Denby Dale Road

WF43ER

Bretton Lane

WF43HX

Wakefield Rural

WF43NQ

Hollingthorpe Lane

WF44HH

Netherton Lane

WF44JJ

Bar Lane

WF44RB

Old Road

S755FE

Woodlands Court

WF27SY

Lake View Flats

WF43BL

Durkar Low Lane

WF43DZ

Rockwood Crescent

WF43JY

Cross Road

WF44HJ

Netherton Lane

WF44PS

Low Lane

WF44RE

Green Lane

WF44RJ

New Road

WF44SR

Southfields View

WF44SW

Glenfields Close

WF42JQ

Water Lane

WF43EH

Cliff Road

WF43PR

Hollin Drive

WF44HX

Upper Lane

WF44LL

South Lane

WF44RZ

New Road

WF27BH

Denby Dale Road

WF42JL

Abbot Lane

WF42JT

Back Lane

WF43EE

High Street

WF43JN

Stoney Lane

WF44TP

Stoneybrook Close

S755QR

Gresford Close

WF43BY

Durkar Fields

WF43NJ

Hollingthorpe Court

WF44NP

New Road

WF44NQ

Upper Lane

WF42JY

Molly Hurst Lane

WF43AN

Howard Crescent

WF43DY

Oakwood Gardens

WF43GH

Peel Avenue

WF43HW

Painthorpe Lane

WF43PG

Haveroid Way

WF44JD

Green Lane

WF44LF

Bretton Lane

WF44RN

Chapel Hill Lane

WF44UA

Parkside

WF42LA

Finkle Street

WF42LU

Finkle Close

WF43BW

Orchard Drive

WF43DF

Hollin Lane

WF43DQ

Winden Close

WF43JP

Stoney Lane

WF43LJ

Marshall Avenue

WF44HL

Netherton Lane

WF44JY

Huddersfield Road

WF44LP

Netherfield Avenue

WF44LT

Coxley View

WF44PR

Sandy Lane

WF26TT

Patch Wood Gardens

WF26TU

Patch Wood View

WF43NB

Denby Dale Road East

WF43PE

Moor View

WF44QT

Nell Gap Crescent

WF45PY

Wakefield Rural

WF43BF

Holme Croft

WF43BU

Lee Crescent

WF44QE

Cross Road

WF44UE

Calderstone Court

Data Sources

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