Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

WF5 0DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WF5 0DW.

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Population

222

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 39,200 /yr

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Employed

54%

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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7/10
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6/10
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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 46, WF5 0DW has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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

WF5 0DW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Low Common in Ossett. Administratively it sits within Horbury and South Ossett ward and the Wakefield constituency.

For families considering a move, WF5 0DW represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for WF5 0DW are sourced from Output Area E00059515 (shared with 8 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 0DW. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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

WF5 0DW has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences71
Public order13
Criminal damage and arson9
Vehicle crime8
Burglary7

school Local Schools

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Ossett South Parade Primary

Good455 pupils0.2 km
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South Ossett Infant Academy

Outstanding98 pupils0.6 km
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St Ignatius Catholic Primary School

Good151 pupils0.9 km
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Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good344 pupils0.9 km
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Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College

Good1739 pupils1.0 km
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Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery

Good212 pupils1.0 km
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Towngate Primary Academy

Good271 pupils1.0 km
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Ossett Flushdyke Junior and Infant School

Good110 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Park Tavern0.3 km
  • Prince Of Wales Inn0.3 km
  • The Vic0.6 km
  • Weavers Arms0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Harte Canteen0.9 km
  • Malagor0.5 km
  • The Coffee Hive0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Nisa0.8 km
  • Sheema Food Store0.8 km
  • Slimming World0.6 km
  • The Little Bull0.6 km
  • Resource Aid Centre0.6 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Dickinson's Sandwiches0.9 km
  • Queens Drive Fish and Chips0.5 km
  • Nice Nosh0.5 km
  • Park Square Fisheries0.2 km
  • Kam Chuan Takeaway0.5 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wakefield Westgate3.9 km
  • Wakefield4.8 km
  • Dewsbury5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Illingworth Park0.2 km
  • Illingworth Park0.2 km
  • South Parade0.2 km
  • Fairfield Road Fairfield Dr0.2 km
  • South Parade0.3 km