WF3 1AS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Hesketh Lane, 0.4km from West Ardsley in East Ardsley. Administratively it sits within Morley South ward and the Morley and Outwood constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WF3, WF3 1AS offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 86% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £309k.
Census 2021 statistics for WF3 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00058134 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HESKETH LANE, WF3 1AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HESKETH LANE, WF3 1AS.
285
48
£ 45,100 /yr
34%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates WF3 1AS — age 48, 86% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF3 1AS. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 257,500
6 sales · Mean £ 342,250
Semi-Detached
£ 240,500
3 sales · Mean £ 223,581
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF3 1AS has low crime rates — 19 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
Westerton Primary Academy
Woodkirk Academy
Blackgates Primary Academy
Hill Top Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Bulls Head Inn0.4 km
- British Oak0.3 km
- The British Oak0.3 km
- Tingley Working Mens Club0.6 km
- New Scarborough Inn0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Tingley Methodist Church0.4 km
- Woodkirk Valley Country Club0.9 km
- Beans0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Fortune Inn0.8 km
- Fusian Kitchen0.4 km
- The Balti House0.6 km
- Tingley Chinese0.4 km
- Capri Home Dining0.8 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Haigh Moor Road Post Office0.9 km
- Leefair Stores0.6 km
- The Little Deli Co0.8 km
- Tingley Off Licence And Grocers0.8 km
- One Stop0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Morley2.8 km
- Batley3.5 km
- Outwood4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Hesketh Lane0.2 km
- Westerton Road0.2 km
- Hesketh Lane0.3 km
- Westerton Road0.3 km
- Lowry Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WF31AS · Data under Open Government Licence