Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

HOLLINGTHORPE ROAD, WF4 3NW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLINGTHORPE ROAD, WF4 3NW.

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Population

237

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 45,400 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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8/10
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2/10
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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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Area Character

WF4 3NW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 91% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 64.1% year-on-year.

home £226,272 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WF4 3NW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hollingthorpe Road, 0.2km from Hollingthorpe in Hall Green. Administratively it sits within Wakefield Rural ward and the Wakefield constituency.

For families considering a move, WF4 3NW represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £226k, up 64.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WF4 3NW are sourced from Output Area E00060172 (shared with 7 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 WF4 3NW. The average age is 52.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 210,000

10 sales · Mean £ 234,295

Semi-Detached

£ 166,000

10 sales · Mean £ 170,470

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

WF4 3NW has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences59
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson6
Other theft5
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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Crigglestone Dane Royd Junior and Infant School

Outstanding364 pupils0.3 km
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Crigglestone Mackie Hill Junior and Infant School

Good208 pupils0.8 km
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Crigglestone Nursery School

Outstanding92 pupils1.2 km
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Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy

Good316 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • JJ's Mini Mart0.4 km
  • Singh & Booze0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Crigglestone Sports Club0.4 km
  • St James Church0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Fuller Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
  • JJ's Fisheries0.4 km
  • UK Pizza and Kebab0.5 km
  • Kitchen Kingz0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Crigglestone All Blacks Arlfc0.7 km
  • Bay Horse Public House0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sandal & Agbrigg4.6 km
  • Darton4.9 km
  • Wakefield Westgate5.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Dane Royd School0.3 km
  • Dane Royd School0.3 km
  • Crigglestone CC0.4 km
  • Crigglestone CC0.4 km
  • Marshall Avenue0.4 km