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.
HOLLINGTHORPE ROAD, WF4 3NW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLINGTHORPE ROAD, WF4 3NW.
237
52
£ 45,400 /yr
49%
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Crigglestone Dane Royd Junior and Infant School
Crigglestone Mackie Hill Junior and Infant School
Crigglestone Nursery School
Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- JJ's Mini Mart0.4 km
- Singh & Booze0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Crigglestone Sports Club0.4 km
- St James Church0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Fuller Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- JJ's Fisheries0.4 km
- UK Pizza and Kebab0.5 km
- Kitchen Kingz0.7 km
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
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Postcode Profile: WF43NW · Data under Open Government Licence