Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

EARNSHAW PLACE, WF2 0DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EARNSHAW PLACE, WF2 0DB.

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Population

395

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Avg Age

29

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Avg Income

£ 41,700 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WF2 0DB 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.

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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 44% of tenure in WF2 0DB — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest. Property prices are trending down 56.3% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WF2 0DB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Earnshaw Place, 0.3km from St. Johns in Wakefield. Administratively it sits within Wakefield North ward and the Wakefield constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WF2 0DB is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The community skews young professional (average age 29) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 41% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wakefield. Full-time employment stands at 25% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £180k, down 56.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WF2 0DB are sourced from Output Area E00180061 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF2 0DB. The average age is 29.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British59.1%
Asian / British Asian26.4%
Black / African / Caribbean4.6%
Other / Mixed9.9%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 110,000

1 sales · Mean £ 110,000

Detached

£ 251,500

1 sales · Mean £ 251,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around WF2 0DB is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences156
Public order25
Drugs22
Other theft21
Anti-social behaviour20

school Local Schools

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Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School

Good206 pupils0.5 km
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Wakefield Lawefield Primary School

Good440 pupils0.8 km
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Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School

Good397 pupils1.0 km
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St Austin's Catholic Primary School

Good311 pupils1.1 km
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Wakefield Pinders Primary (JIN) School

Good333 pupils1.4 km
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Outwood Primary Academy Greenhill

Inadequate1.4 km
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St Michael's CofE Academy

Good479 pupils1.4 km
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Wakefield St Marys Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good254 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

51 nearby
  • Dattani Brothers0.4 km
  • Dokrat News0.7 km
  • One Stop0.7 km
  • Pak Butcher0.9 km
  • Premier Stores0.4 km
  • + 46 more
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Pub, NightClub

53 nearby
  • Balne Lane Wmc0.4 km
  • Red Lion0.7 km
  • Redoubt0.9 km
  • Scarborough Arms0.7 km
  • Westgate Common Working Mens Club1.0 km
  • + 48 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

86 nearby
  • Bear Kitchen0.8 km
  • McDonalds Restaurant0.9 km
  • Olivers Sandwich Bar0.4 km
  • Sabura0.6 km
  • Wakefield Elim Community Church0.8 km
  • + 81 more
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Supermarkets

12 nearby
  • Morrisons0.9 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.9 km
  • Morrisons1.0 km
  • Continental Food Store0.6 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

50 nearby
  • Ali's Cuisine0.8 km
  • Baxy Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Cha Cha Chai0.7 km
  • Darnley Fisheries0.7 km
  • Freddy's Chicken & Pizza0.8 km
  • + 45 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Bank House Hotel0.7 km
  • Holiday Inn Express0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wakefield Westgate0.5 km
  • Wakefield1.3 km
  • Wakefield Kirkgate1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Silcoates St Lincoln Street0.3 km
  • Wakefield Westgate Rail Station0.4 km
  • Wentworth St North Road Ter0.4 km
  • Wakefield Westgate Rail Station0.4 km
  • Wentworth Street Girls High School0.4 km