WF7 5AH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Houndhill Lane, 1.0km from Marl Pit Hill in Featherstone (Wakefield). Administratively it sits within Featherstone ward and the Hemsworth constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WF7, WF7 5AH offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £387k.
Census 2021 statistics for WF7 5AH are sourced from Output Area E00059386 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOUNDHILL LANE, WF7 5AH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOUNDHILL LANE, WF7 5AH.
271
52
£ 34,100 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
WF7 5AH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 93% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 WF7 5AH. The average age is 52.2. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 375,000
5 sales · Mean £ 353,100
Semi-Detached
£ 160,000
1 sales · Mean £ 160,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WF7 5AH is moderate at 54 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
Larks Hill Junior and Infant School
Featherstone Purston Infant School
Featherstone North Featherstone Junior and Infant School
Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- The Prince of Purston0.9 km
- Farmer Copleys Farm Shop0.5 km
- Little Lane Stores0.6 km
- Dhami Newsagents And Off Licence0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Munchbox0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- White House Inn0.6 km
- Travellers Rest0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Park View Fisheries0.9 km
- Marlborough Fisheries0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Glencoe Villa Guest House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Featherstone1.5 km
- Pontefract Tanshelf2.4 km
- Pontefract2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Houndhill Lane0.2 km
- Houndhill Lane0.2 km
- Ravensknowle Farm0.4 km
- Ravensknowle Farm0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WF75AH · Data under Open Government Licence