Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

BRIDGE ROAD, WF4 5PR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIDGE ROAD, WF4 5PR.

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Population

265

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 39,200 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 43, WF4 5PR has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £100k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

WF4 5PR is a safe, established residential area on Bridge Road, 0.2km from Horbury Bridge in Horbury. Administratively it sits within Horbury and South Ossett ward and the Wakefield constituency.

For families considering a move, WF4 5PR represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £100k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for WF4 5PR are sourced from Output Area E00059503 (shared with 15 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 5PR. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.0%
Asian / British Asian4.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 100,000

1 sales · Mean £ 100,000

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

WF4 5PR has low crime rates — 24 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.

Violence and sexual offences12
Vehicle crime12
Criminal damage and arson5
Anti-social behaviour4
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy

Good128 pupils0.1 km
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Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School

Good194 pupils1.1 km
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St Ignatius Catholic Primary School

Good151 pupils1.2 km
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Horbury St Peter's and Clifton CofE (VC) Primary School

Good415 pupils1.3 km
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Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College

Good1739 pupils1.3 km
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South Ossett Infant Academy

Outstanding98 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Green Park Off Licence0.9 km
  • Ali's Convenience Store0.1 km
  • SK Fuel Limited0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • The Engine House0.8 km
  • BaoBros23 @ The Bingley0.3 km
  • Capri0.3 km
  • The Quarry Restaurant Bar and Grill0.7 km
  • The Secret Garden Soft Play Centre0.2 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Di Bosco Coffee and Champagne Bar0.0 km
  • Horse & Jockey0.0 km
  • Victoria Hotel0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • The Fuel Hub0.2 km
  • Tuk Tuk Thai0.2 km
  • Mandarin Chinese Take-Away0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dewsbury5.3 km
  • Wakefield Westgate5.4 km
  • Ravensthorpe5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Bridge Road Netherton Ln0.1 km
  • Bridge Rd Holyoake Terrace0.1 km
  • Netherton Lane Bridge Rd0.2 km
  • Bridge Rd Holyoake Terrace0.2 km
  • New Rd Bridge Road0.2 km