WF4 1DL is a safe, established residential area on Westmorland Close, 0.7km from Spring Hill in Crofton. Administratively it sits within Crofton, Ryhill and Walton ward and the Hemsworth constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £223k.
Census 2021 statistics for WF4 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00059356 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WESTMORLAND CLOSE, WF4 1DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTMORLAND CLOSE, WF4 1DL.
384
40
£ 44,600 /yr
56%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WF4 1DL spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. 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 WF4 1DL. The average age is 39.9. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 189,950
5 sales · Mean £ 183,470
Semi-Detached
£ 192,950
7 sales · Mean £ 191,114
Detached
£ 299,950
5 sales · Mean £ 302,960
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF4 1DL has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School
The Springfield Centre
Crofton Academy
Crofton Junior School
Crofton Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Crofton Working Mens Club0.8 km
- Cock And Crown0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Betsy's Cake and Coffee0.2 km
- Sugar and Spice Cafe0.3 km
- Ali's Lounge0.4 km
- Blakes Coffee & Co0.7 km
- Redbeck Cafe And Motel0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Jenny's Plaice0.8 km
- Nilakash0.4 km
- Cappio's Pizzeria0.7 km
- New Panda Garden0.7 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Daisy Handmade0.7 km
- Oakdale Garage0.3 km
- Premier Crofton Express0.7 km
- Redbeck Filling Station0.9 km
- Crofton Local0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Streethouse2.8 km
- Sandal & Agbrigg3.4 km
- Wakefield Kirkgate4.0 km
Bus Stops
- The Avenue Cock La0.1 km
- Lodge Ln Brand Hill Drive0.2 km
- Harrison Road Ashdene Approach0.2 km
- Harrison Rd Shay Lane0.2 km
- Shay Lane School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WF41DL · Data under Open Government Licence