Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

WF2 0NW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WF2 0NW.

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Population

449

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 47,100 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF2 0NW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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7/10
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5/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

WF2 0NW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

WF2 0NW is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from Brag Lane End in Wakefield. Administratively it sits within Wrenthorpe and Outwood West ward and the Morley and Outwood constituency.

For families considering a move, WF2 0NW represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for WF2 0NW are sourced from Output Area E00059953 (shared with 28 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 0NW. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.2%
Asian / British Asian5.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

WF2 0NW has low crime rates — 7 incidents 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 offences7
Public order3
Other crime1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Jerry Clay Academy

Outstanding213 pupils0.2 km
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Pinderfields Hospital PRU

Good67 pupils0.8 km
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Wrenthorpe Academy

Good315 pupils0.8 km
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Alverthorpe St Paul's CofE (VA) School 3-11yrs

Good276 pupils1.1 km
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Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate

Outstanding241 pupils1.2 km
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Outwood Grange Academy

Outstanding2022 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Gill's Mini Market0.7 km
  • Wrenthorpe Post Office0.8 km
  • Sunnyhill Stores0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • New Wheel Inn0.6 km
  • Wheel Inn0.9 km
  • Wrenthorpe Sports And Social Club0.7 km
  • The New Pot Oil0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Conroyd's0.8 km
  • Wrenthorpe Sports Club0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Hong Kong Vegan1.0 km
  • Tillybods Sandwich Shop0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Outwood1.9 km
  • Wakefield Westgate2.9 km
  • Wakefield3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Sunny Hill Sunnyhill Croft0.5 km
  • Sunny Hill Sunnyhill Croft0.5 km