WF3 1AE is a sought-after residential area on Westerton Road, 0.1km from Westerton in East Ardsley. Administratively it sits within Ardsley & Robin Hood ward and the Morley and Outwood constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WF3, WF3 1AE offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% 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 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £157k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 WF3 1AE are sourced from Output Area E00058126 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WESTERTON ROAD, WF3 1AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTERTON ROAD, WF3 1AE.
288
43
£ 51,900 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. WF3 1AE's low deprivation rank, 81% ownership, and £157k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF3 1AE. The average age is 43.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 291,250
4 sales · Mean £ 304,625
Semi-Detached
£ 222,975
6 sales · Mean £ 190,991
Terraced
£ 124,997
2 sales · Mean £ 124,997
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF3 1AE has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Westerton Primary Academy
Blackgates Primary Academy
Hill Top Primary Academy
Woodkirk Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- One Stop0.9 km
- Premier0.7 km
- Haigh Moor Road Post Office0.3 km
- Leefair Stores0.8 km
- Rowlands Pharmacy0.9 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- British Oak0.5 km
- The British Oak0.5 km
- New Scarborough Inn0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Tingley Methodist Church0.7 km
- Beans0.0 km
- Level Up Lounge0.6 km
- West Riding Small Locomotive Society0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Fortune Inn0.7 km
- Tingley Chicken0.6 km
- Fusian Kitchen1.0 km
- Pizza Island0.6 km
- The Balti House0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Morley3.3 km
- Batley3.9 km
- Outwood4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Westerton Frost Corner0.1 km
- Westerton Frost Corner0.1 km
- Westerton Road Lonsdale Rise0.2 km
- Westerton Road Lonsdale Rise0.2 km
- Westerton Frost Corner0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF31AE · Data under Open Government Licence