Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

ELDER LEA, WF5 0AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELDER LEA, WF5 0AS.

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Population

296

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 38,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

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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8/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WF5 0AS spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

WF5 0AS is a safe, established residential area on Elder Lea, 0.4km from Ossett, South in Ossett. Administratively it sits within Ossett ward and the Wakefield constituency.

For families considering a move, WF5 0AS represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £270k.

Census 2021 statistics for WF5 0AS are sourced from Output Area E00059628 (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 WF5 0AS. The average age is 44.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.6%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 227,000

2 sales · Mean £ 227,000

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

WF5 0AS has low crime rates — 16 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 offences44
Vehicle crime9
Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft6
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery

Good212 pupils0.1 km
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Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good344 pupils0.3 km
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Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College

Good1739 pupils0.5 km
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South Ossett Infant Academy

Outstanding98 pupils0.5 km
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St Ignatius Catholic Primary School

Good151 pupils0.5 km
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Ossett South Parade Primary

Good455 pupils0.9 km
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Ossett Holy Trinity CofE VA Primary School

Requires Improvement354 pupils1.1 km
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Towngate Primary Academy

Good271 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • The Vic0.4 km
  • The Railway Club0.6 km
  • Weavers Arms0.5 km
  • The George0.6 km
  • Park Tavern0.6 km
  • + 9 more
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Retailers - Other

23 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.7 km
  • Ossett Central Wmc0.7 km
  • Candy Mania Ltd0.6 km
  • Hitch Newsagents0.8 km
  • Sandra's Cabbage Patch0.6 km
  • + 18 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Bistro 420.7 km
  • Kingsway Cafe0.8 km
  • Bank Street Kitchen0.6 km
  • Olympus Cafe0.6 km
  • Baburchi0.7 km
  • + 13 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Cheung's0.9 km
  • Ali's & De Niro's0.7 km
  • Bobby's Salt & Pepper0.9 km
  • FGF0.9 km
  • Gandhi's Spice0.6 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl0.8 km
  • Iceland0.7 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Dimple Well Lodge Hotel0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dewsbury4.2 km
  • Wakefield Westgate4.8 km
  • Batley5.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Healey Road South St0.1 km
  • Healey Road0.1 km
  • Healey Road0.1 km
  • Healey Road South St0.1 km
  • Green Park0.2 km