WF2 0AX is a safe, established residential area on St Pauls Walk, 0.2km from Silcoates Lane in Wakefield. Administratively it sits within Wrenthorpe and Outwood West ward and the Morley and Outwood constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 99% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £287k.
Census 2021 statistics for WF2 0AX are sourced from Output Area E00059992 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST PAULS WALK, WF2 0AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST PAULS WALK, WF2 0AX.
364
44
£ 47,100 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF2 0AX 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
No single demographic signal dominates WF2 0AX — age 44, 99% ownership, 1% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 WF2 0AX. The average age is 44.1. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 287,500
1 sales · Mean £ 287,500
Detached
£ 244,950
1 sales · Mean £ 244,950
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF2 0AX has low crime rates — 22 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
Alverthorpe St Paul's CofE (VA) School 3-11yrs
Jerry Clay Academy
Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School
Pinderfields Hospital PRU
Wrenthorpe Academy
Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate
St Michael's CofE Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Alverthorpe Conservative Club0.5 km
- Mill View Stores0.6 km
- NAV Mini Market (off license)0.8 km
- Wrenthorpe Post Office0.8 km
- Sunnyhill Stores0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- New Wheel Inn0.8 km
- The New Albion0.6 km
- The New Pot Oil0.8 km
- Alverthorpe Working Mens Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Conroyd's0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Al Fresco0.6 km
- Blue Marlin0.5 km
- Curry Pot/Pizzalino0.6 km
- Ferrara Takeaway0.5 km
- Sun Bo0.7 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wakefield Westgate2.2 km
- Outwood2.7 km
- Wakefield3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Childs Road St Pauls Dr0.1 km
- Childs Road St Pauls Dr0.1 km
- Marion Ave Pacaholme Road0.2 km
- Marion Ave Pacaholme Road0.2 km
- Silcoates Lane Toll Bar Ln0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF20AX · Data under Open Government Licence