WF2 0BS is a safe, established residential area on Childs Road, 0.3km from Silcoates Lane in Wakefield. Administratively it sits within Wrenthorpe and Outwood West ward and the Morley and Outwood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WF2 0BS is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
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 £195k.
Census 2021 statistics for WF2 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00059993 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHILDS ROAD, WF2 0BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHILDS ROAD, WF2 0BS.
330
37
£ 39,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF2 0BS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 39% of tenure in WF2 0BS — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF2 0BS. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 149,500
6 sales · Mean £ 150,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF2 0BS 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)0.9 km
- Wrenthorpe Post Office0.9 km
- Sunnyhill Stores0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- New Wheel Inn0.9 km
- The New Albion0.6 km
- Alverthorpe Working Mens Club0.9 km
- The New Pot Oil0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Conroyd's0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Al Fresco0.7 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 Westgate2.3 km
- Outwood2.8 km
- Wakefield3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Marion Ave Pacaholme Road0.1 km
- Marion Ave Pacaholme Road0.1 km
- Batley Road Pacaholme Rd0.2 km
- Batley Road Pacaholme Rd0.2 km
- Childs Road St Pauls Dr0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF20BS · Data under Open Government Licence