WF5 0AB is a safe, established residential area on Station Road, 0.4km from Ossett, South in Ossett. Administratively it sits within Ossett ward and the Wakefield constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WF5, WF5 0AB offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £341k.
Census 2021 statistics for WF5 0AB are sourced from Output Area E00059675 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STATION ROAD, WF5 0AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STATION ROAD, WF5 0AB.
314
45
£ 38,900 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF5 0AB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WF5 0AB spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. £341k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF5 0AB. The average age is 44.5. 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
£ 310,000
3 sales · Mean £ 331,333
Detached
£ 242,500
1 sales · Mean £ 242,500
Semi-Detached
£ 413,000
1 sales · Mean £ 413,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF5 0AB has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery
South Ossett Infant Academy
Ossett South Parade Primary
Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College
Towngate Primary Academy
St Ignatius Catholic Primary School
Ossett Holy Trinity CofE VA Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- The Vic0.5 km
- The George0.5 km
- Bier Huis0.6 km
- The Maypole0.5 km
- Ossett Cricket And Athletic Club0.4 km
- + 11 more
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Candy Mania Ltd0.5 km
- A & M Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- Allsorts0.6 km
- Londis0.6 km
- Ossett United Afc Social Club0.5 km
- + 20 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Bank Street Kitchen0.5 km
- Olympus Cafe0.5 km
- Cafe Latte0.6 km
- Mackies0.5 km
- Nikoz0.7 km
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Lidl0.7 km
- Iceland0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Casey's Fish & Chips0.5 km
- Ossett's Best Kebab & Pizza0.6 km
- Kam Chuan Takeaway0.3 km
- The Lotus Chop Suey House0.3 km
- Cheung's0.7 km
- + 14 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Dimple Well Lodge Hotel0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dewsbury4.3 km
- Wakefield Westgate4.5 km
- Batley4.9 km
Bus Stops
- Southdale Road0.1 km
- Southdale Road0.1 km
- Queens Drive Top0.1 km
- Queens Drive Top0.1 km
- New St Intake Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF50AB · Data under Open Government Licence