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.
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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£ 42,900 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Newton Hill Community School
Pinderfields Hospital PRU
Wrenthorpe Academy
Outwood Grange Academy
Outwood Primary Academy Ledger Lane
Rooks Nest Academy
Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School
Jerry Clay Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
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
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
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
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Postcode Profile: WF12FP · Data under Open Government Licence