WF7 5AD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Pontefract Road, 1.0km from Purston Jaglin in Featherstone (Wakefield). Administratively it sits within Featherstone ward and the Hemsworth constituency.
For families considering a move, WF7 5AD represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £204k, down 47.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WF7 5AD are sourced from Output Area E00059393 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PONTEFRACT ROAD, WF7 5AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PONTEFRACT ROAD, WF7 5AD.
344
40
£ 34,100 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF7 5AD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and average age 40, WF7 5AD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 47.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF7 5AD. The average age is 39.6. 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
Detached
£ 295,000
5 sales · Mean £ 304,000
Semi-Detached
£ 225,000
5 sales · Mean £ 180,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF7 5AD has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Featherstone Academy
Featherstone Purston Infant School
Featherstone North Featherstone Junior and Infant School
Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Featherstone Girnhill Infant School
Larks Hill Junior and Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Little Lane Stores0.5 km
- The Prince of Purston0.7 km
- Dhami Newsagents And Off Licence0.6 km
- Farmer Copleys Farm Shop0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Travellers Rest0.7 km
- Featherstone Rovers Rlfc0.8 km
- White House Inn0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Park View Fisheries0.7 km
- Marlborough Fisheries0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Munchbox0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Glencoe Villa Guest House0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Featherstone1.2 km
- Pontefract Tanshelf2.5 km
- Pontefract2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Houndhill Lane0.1 km
- Houndhill Lane0.1 km
- Featherstone Academy0.3 km
- Featherstone Academy0.3 km
- Ravensknowle Farm0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WF75AD · Data under Open Government Licence