WF2 0GN is a safe, established residential area on Southview Drive, 0.7km from Silcoates Lane in Wakefield. Administratively it sits within Wrenthorpe and Outwood West ward and the Morley and Outwood constituency.
For serious buyers, WF2 0GN is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 86% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £350k, down 2.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WF2 0GN are sourced from Output Area E00059991 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTHVIEW DRIVE, WF2 0GN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTHVIEW DRIVE, WF2 0GN.
419
42
£ 39,800 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF2 0GN 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 0GN — age 42, 86% ownership, 4% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £350k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 2.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF2 0GN. The average age is 42.1. 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
£ 259,995
12 sales · Mean £ 218,372
Detached
£ 259,995
9 sales · Mean £ 284,718
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF2 0GN has low crime rates — 19 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
Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate
Pinderfields Hospital PRU
Wrenthorpe Academy
Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Kowloon Wakefield Ltd0.8 km
- Oriental Chef0.9 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Sunnyhill Stores0.7 km
- The Village Store0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- CJ's Playcare0.9 km
- Country Kitchen0.8 km
- Low Laithes Golf Club0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wakefield Westgate2.8 km
- Outwood2.8 km
- Wakefield3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Wrenthorpe Lane Lindale Gro0.1 km
- Wrenthorpe Lane Lindale Gro0.2 km
- Batley Road Park Mill Ln0.2 km
- Batley Road Park Mill Ln0.2 km
- Batley Rd Wrenthorpe Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF20GN · Data under Open Government Licence