Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

THE HAWTHORNS, WF5 0BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE HAWTHORNS, WF5 0BH.

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Population

235

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 39,200 /yr

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Employed

51%

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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6/10
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4/10
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9/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WF5 0BH 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 0BH is a safe, established residential area on The Hawthorns, 0.4km from Ossett, South in Ossett. Administratively it sits within Horbury and South Ossett ward and the Wakefield constituency.

For families considering a move, WF5 0BH represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £185k.

Census 2021 statistics for WF5 0BH are sourced from Output Area E00059519 (shared with 11 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 0BH. The average age is 44.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 160,000

3 sales · Mean £ 171,666

Semi-Detached

£ 141,500

4 sales · Mean £ 148,987

Detached

£ 240,000

1 sales · Mean £ 240,000

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

WF5 0BH has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences48
Anti-social behaviour11
Vehicle crime8
Other theft4
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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St Ignatius Catholic Primary School

Good151 pupils0.1 km
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South Ossett Infant Academy

Outstanding98 pupils0.2 km
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Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College

Good1739 pupils0.2 km
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Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery

Good212 pupils0.6 km
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Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good344 pupils0.7 km
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Ossett South Parade Primary

Good455 pupils0.9 km
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Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy

Good128 pupils1.2 km
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Towngate Primary Academy

Good271 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Green Park Off Licence1.0 km
  • Nisa0.1 km
  • Sheema Food Store0.9 km
  • Slimming World0.6 km
  • Resource Aid Centre0.2 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Vic0.3 km
  • Park Tavern0.5 km
  • Ossett Cricket And Athletic Club0.8 km
  • The Thorn Tree Pub & Kitchen0.9 km
  • Weavers Arms0.1 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Dimple Well Lodge Hotel0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Dickinson's Sandwiches0.5 km
  • Nice Nosh0.5 km
  • Park Square Fisheries0.6 km
  • Kam Chuan Takeaway0.5 km
  • The Lotus Chop Suey House1.0 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Old Halfway House0.8 km
  • Ossett War Memorial Community Centre1.0 km
  • The Coffee Hive0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wakefield Westgate4.7 km
  • Dewsbury4.7 km
  • Ravensthorpe5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Horbury Rd South Terrace0.1 km
  • Storrs Hill Road0.1 km
  • Storrs Hill Road0.1 km
  • Horbury Road Sowood Grange0.2 km
  • Green Park0.3 km