WF2 0AN is a safe, established residential area on Batley Road, 0.5km from Silcoates Lane in Wakefield. Administratively it sits within Wrenthorpe and Outwood West ward and the Morley and Outwood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WF2 0AN is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £240k.
Census 2021 statistics for WF2 0AN are sourced from Output Area E00059993 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BATLEY ROAD, WF2 0AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BATLEY ROAD, WF2 0AN.
330
37
£ 39,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF2 0AN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WF2 0AN has a significant social housing presence — 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF2 0AN. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 220,000
3 sales · Mean £ 219,983
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF2 0AN has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Alverthorpe St Paul's CofE (VA) School 3-11yrs
Jerry Clay Academy
Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School
Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate
Pinderfields Hospital PRU
Wrenthorpe Academy
St Michael's CofE Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Alverthorpe Conservative Club0.6 km
- Mill View Stores0.7 km
- NAV Mini Market (off license)1.0 km
- Sunnyhill Stores0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The New Albion0.7 km
- Alverthorpe Working Mens Club0.9 km
- The Eagle1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Al Fresco0.7 km
- Blue Marlin0.6 km
- Curry Pot/Pizzalino0.7 km
- Ferrara Takeaway0.6 km
- Sun Bo0.8 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Low Laithes Golf Club0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wakefield Westgate2.4 km
- Outwood2.9 km
- Wakefield3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Batley Road Pacaholme Rd0.1 km
- Batley Road Pacaholme Rd0.1 km
- Marion Ave Pacaholme Road0.2 km
- Marion Ave Pacaholme Road0.2 km
- Batley Rd Wrenthorpe Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF20AN · Data under Open Government Licence