Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

PRINCE ALBERT ROAD, WF1 2FP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRINCE ALBERT ROAD, WF1 2FP.

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Population

588

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 42,900 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WF1 2FP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

A sought-after, premium postcode. WF1 2FP's low deprivation rank, 92% ownership, and £314k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WF1 2FP is a sought-after residential area on Prince Albert Road, 0.4km from Newton Hill in Wakefield. Administratively it sits within Wrenthorpe and Outwood West ward and the Morley and Outwood constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WF1, WF1 2FP offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £314k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WF1 2FP are sourced from Output Area E00059976 (shared with 23 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 WF1 2FP. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British80.1%
Asian / British Asian14.5%
Black / African / Caribbean3.7%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 334,995

26 sales · Mean £ 321,503

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

WF1 2FP has low crime rates — 28 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 behaviour19
Shoplifting15
Vehicle crime11
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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Newton Hill Community School

Good249 pupils0.5 km
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Pinderfields Hospital PRU

Good67 pupils0.7 km
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Wrenthorpe Academy

Good315 pupils0.7 km
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Outwood Grange Academy

Outstanding2022 pupils0.8 km
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Outwood Primary Academy Ledger Lane

Outstanding430 pupils1.1 km
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Rooks Nest Academy

Outstanding340 pupils1.2 km
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Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School

Good206 pupils1.3 km
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Jerry Clay Academy

Outstanding213 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Gill's Mini Market0.8 km
  • Wrenthorpe Post Office0.9 km
  • Asda on the Move0.7 km
  • Cinnabon0.7 km
  • Londis @ 2670.5 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • New Wheel Inn1.0 km
  • The New Pot Oil1.0 km
  • The Deep Drop0.7 km
  • The Rhubarb Triangle0.3 km
  • Wheel Inn0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Conroyd's0.9 km
  • Bannatynes Fitness Limited0.2 km
  • Kashmiri Aroma0.3 km
  • Wrenthorpe Sports Club0.8 km
  • Cafe 5090.9 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Royal Spice0.5 km
  • Rainbow Chinese Wakefield0.7 km
  • Annie's Fish Shop0.9 km
  • Capri Drive Thru Coffee Shop0.9 km
  • Chaiiwala Express0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.5 km
  • Iceland0.4 km
  • Poundland0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Outwood1.5 km
  • Wakefield Westgate2.1 km
  • Wakefield2.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Paragon Business Village0.3 km
  • Bradford Road Bowling Ave0.4 km
  • Bradford Road Bowling Ave0.4 km
  • Bradford Road Ruskin Ave0.5 km
  • First Avenue0.5 km