WF2 0DS is a safe, established residential area on Harewood Drive, 0.3km from Silcoates Lane 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 WF2, WF2 0DS offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 99% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £376k, up 29.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WF2 0DS are sourced from Output Area E00059992 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAREWOOD DRIVE, WF2 0DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAREWOOD DRIVE, WF2 0DS.
364
44
£ 47,100 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF2 0DS 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 0DS — age 44, 99% ownership, 1% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £376k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 29.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF2 0DS. 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
Detached
£ 310,500
4 sales · Mean £ 332,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF2 0DS has low crime rates — 24 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
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Alverthorpe Conservative Club0.6 km
- Mill View Stores0.7 km
- NAV Mini Market (off license)1.0 km
- Wrenthorpe Post Office0.9 km
- Sunnyhill Stores0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- New Wheel Inn0.9 km
- The New Albion0.7 km
- Alverthorpe Working Mens Club1.0 km
- The New Pot Oil0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Conroyd's0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Al Fresco0.8 km
- Blue Marlin0.6 km
- Curry Pot/Pizzalino0.7 km
- Ferrara Takeaway0.6 km
- Sun Bo0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wakefield Westgate2.4 km
- Outwood2.7 km
- Wakefield3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Marion Ave Pacaholme Road0.2 km
- Marion Ave Pacaholme Road0.2 km
- Silcoates Ln Wrenthorpe Lane0.2 km
- Silcoates Lane The Mount0.2 km
- Batley Road Pacaholme Rd0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF20DS · Data under Open Government Licence