Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

MANOR RISE, WF2 6PE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MANOR RISE, WF2 6PE.

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Population

282

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 53,600 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF2 6PE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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6/10
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8/10
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1/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. WF2 6PE's low deprivation rank, 85% ownership, and £259k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

WF2 6PE is a sought-after residential area on Manor Rise, 0.8km from Woodthorpe in Walton (Wakefield). Administratively it sits within Crofton, Ryhill and Walton ward and the Hemsworth constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WF2, WF2 6PE offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £259k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WF2 6PE are sourced from Output Area E00060246 (shared with 5 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 6PE. The average age is 45.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 160,000

7 sales · Mean £ 194,171

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

WF2 6PE has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences7
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Walton Primary Academy

Good342 pupils0.7 km
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Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School

Good623 pupils1.3 km
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St Thomas � Becket Catholic Secondary School, A Voluntary Academy

Good744 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • CTS Local0.6 km
  • Walton Sports & Social Club0.5 km
  • West Yorkshire Sports & Social Club0.9 km
  • The Roots of Elmwood0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The New Inn0.5 km
  • Walton Arlfc0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • WH Kitchen @ Charles Waterton House0.9 km
  • Whisk Ltd0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Golden Dragon0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sandal & Agbrigg1.8 km
  • Wakefield Kirkgate3.2 km
  • Wakefield3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Oakenshaw Lane0.2 km
  • Oakenshaw Lane0.2 km
  • School Lane0.2 km
  • School Lane0.3 km
  • School Ln Beech Croft0.3 km