Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

BAGHILL ROAD, WF3 1DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAGHILL ROAD, WF3 1DF.

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Population

315

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 51,900 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF3 1DF 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.

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8/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WF3 1DF combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£498k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 11.8% year-on-year.

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

WF3 1DF is a sought-after residential area on Baghill Road, 0.1km from Ardsley West 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 1DF offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £498k, down 11.8% 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 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00058160 (shared with 12 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 WF3 1DF. 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

White / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 421,250

4 sales · Mean £ 430,625

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

WF3 1DF has low crime rates — 11 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.

Violence and sexual offences11
Anti-social behaviour3
Other crime3
Public order3
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Hill Top Primary Academy

Good234 pupils0.5 km
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Westerton Primary Academy

Outstanding710 pupils0.8 km
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Woodkirk Academy

Good1862 pupils1.4 km
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Blackgates Primary Academy

Inadequate315 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • One Stop0.6 km
  • Woodkirk Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Leefair Stores0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Capri Home Dining0.7 km
  • Fusian Kitchen0.7 km
  • Tingley Chinese0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Bake n Butties0.8 km
  • Tingley Methodist Church0.5 km
  • Woodkirk Valley Country Club0.7 km
  • Beans1.0 km
  • Mosaic Community Cafe0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Bulls Head Inn0.8 km
  • Hare And Hounds0.3 km
  • British Oak0.7 km
  • The British Oak0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Batley2.9 km
  • Morley3.6 km
  • Dewsbury4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Baghill Road0.2 km
  • Baghill Road0.3 km
  • The Croft0.3 km
  • The Croft0.3 km
  • Westerton Rd Syke Road0.5 km