WF5 0BP is a safe, established residential area on Clarendon Cottages, 0.3km from South Ossett in Ossett. Administratively it sits within Horbury and South Ossett ward and the Wakefield constituency.
For families considering a move, WF5 0BP 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for WF5 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00059519 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLARENDON COTTAGES, WF5 0BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLARENDON COTTAGES, WF5 0BP.
235
45
£ 39,200 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WF5 0BP spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF5 0BP. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF5 0BP has low crime rates — 23 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.
school Local Schools
South Ossett Infant Academy
St Ignatius Catholic Primary School
Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College
Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery
Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Ossett South Parade Primary
Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy
Towngate Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Green Park Off Licence1.0 km
- Nisa0.2 km
- Sheema Food Store0.9 km
- Slimming World0.6 km
- Resource Aid Centre0.1 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Vic0.2 km
- Park Tavern0.4 km
- Prince Of Wales Inn1.0 km
- Ossett Cricket And Athletic Club0.8 km
- The Thorn Tree Pub & Kitchen0.9 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Dimple Well Lodge Hotel0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Dickinson's Sandwiches0.5 km
- Nice Nosh0.4 km
- Park Square Fisheries0.5 km
- Kam Chuan Takeaway0.4 km
- The Lotus Chop Suey House1.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Old Halfway House0.8 km
- Ossett War Memorial Community Centre1.0 km
- The Coffee Hive0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wakefield Westgate4.6 km
- Dewsbury4.7 km
- Ravensthorpe5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Horbury Rd South Terrace0.1 km
- Horbury Road Sowood Grange0.2 km
- Greystones Drive0.2 km
- Greystones Drive0.2 km
- Storrs Hill Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF50BP · Data under Open Government Licence