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Wrenthorpe and Outwood West

About

Wrenthorpe and Outwood West is a residential ward on the western edge of the Wakefield metropolitan district. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, including post-war estates and more recent developments. It contains local amenities such as schools, shops, and community facilities serving its population. The M1 motorway forms a significant part of its western boundary, influencing the area's layout and connectivity.

The ward includes the distinct communities of Wrenthorpe and Outwood, with Outwood itself spanning the border into Leeds. A notable local landmark is the historic Wrenthorpe Methodist Church. Green spaces are present, including parts of the Outwood Trail, which follows a former railway line. The area functions primarily as a commuter base, with road links providing access to Wakefield city centre, Leeds, and the wider motorway network.

Area overview

On average Wrenthorpe and Outwood West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 80 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Wrenthorpe and Outwood West is £50,645 per year. There are 9 schools in Wrenthorpe and Outwood West: 5 primary (3 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). Wrenthorpe and Outwood West is home to around 17,215 people, with a population density of about 1,590.8 per km2.

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Wrenthorpe and Outwood West Population

17,215

Population density

1,590.8 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

45.37(+3%)

Anti-social behaviour

14.12(-1%)

Public order

7.09(-20%)

Shoplifting

6.56(-25%)

Other theft

6.39(-4%)

Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

British

15,599

90.61%

Other White

345

Indian

231

1.34%

Pakistani

193

1.12%

African

165

0.96%

Total population: 17,215

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

4,211

29.78%

No qualifications

2,640

18.67%

Level 3 (A level)

2,393

16.93%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

2,076

14.68%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

1,426

10.09%

Total 16+ residents: 14,138

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

2,742

37.58%

Owns outright

2,693

36.91%

Social rents from council

618

8.47%

Private landlord or letting agency

562

7.7%

Other social rented

467

6.4%

Total households: 7,296

Property prices in Wrenthorpe and Outwood West

Based on 207 recent sales, the median property price is £259,950 in Wrenthorpe and Outwood West area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £560,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Wrenthorpe and Outwood West over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	83	£350,000	£240,500	£305,725	£410,500	£498,600
Semi-Detached	90	£243,500	£173,350	£212,000	£269,625	£320,000
Terraced	25	£175,000	£129,000	£167,500	£190,000	£226,900
Flats	9	£110,000	£100,800	£105,000	£120,000	£123,000

10 years median price trend in Wrenthorpe and Outwood West

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/06/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Area overview

Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

Housing tenure

Property prices in Wrenthorpe and Outwood West

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