WF3 1BB is a sought-after residential area on Westerton Road, 0.3km from Upper Green 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 1BB offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £361k, up 80.1% year-on-year. 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 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00058160 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WESTERTON ROAD, WF3 1BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTERTON ROAD, WF3 1BB.
315
45
£ 51,900 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF3 1BB 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.
Area Character
WF3 1BB is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £361k, 88% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 80.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF3 1BB. The average age is 45.4. 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: 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
Detached
£ 312,500
7 sales · Mean £ 342,857
Semi-Detached
£ 220,000
1 sales · Mean £ 220,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF3 1BB has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Westerton Primary Academy
Hill Top Primary Academy
Woodkirk Academy
Blackgates Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Hare And Hounds0.7 km
- British Oak0.3 km
- The British Oak0.3 km
- Bulls Head Inn0.4 km
- New Scarborough Inn0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Tingley Methodist Church0.1 km
- Beans0.8 km
- Woodkirk Valley Country Club0.5 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Leefair Stores0.1 km
- The Little Deli Co1.0 km
- One Stop0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Fusian Kitchen0.3 km
- Tingley Chinese0.4 km
- Capri Home Dining0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Batley3.1 km
- Morley3.2 km
- Outwood4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Westerton Rd Syke Road0.0 km
- Syke Rd Syke Gardens0.1 km
- Syke Rd Meadow Way0.1 km
- Syke Rd Syke Avenue0.3 km
- Syke Rd Syke Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WF31BB · Data under Open Government Licence