WF2 0RJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Brandy Carr Road, 0.1km from Beck Bottom in Kirkhamgate. 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 0RJ offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 91% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £500k, up 64.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WF2 0RJ are sourced from Output Area E00059966 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRANDY CARR ROAD, WF2 0RJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRANDY CARR ROAD, WF2 0RJ.
257
48
£ 47,100 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF2 0RJ 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WF2 0RJ combines high owner-occupation (91%), strong property values (£500k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £500k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 64.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF2 0RJ. The average age is 48.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 225,000
10 sales · Mean £ 249,645
Detached
£ 475,000
15 sales · Mean £ 542,183
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF2 0RJ has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate
Jerry Clay Academy
Alverthorpe St Paul's CofE (VA) School 3-11yrs
Pinderfields Hospital PRU
Wrenthorpe Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- The Village Store0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Star Inn0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Country Kitchen0.5 km
- CJ's Playcare0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Oriental Chef0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Outwood2.5 km
- Wakefield Westgate3.5 km
- Wakefield4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Brandy Carr Rd Lindale Avenue0.2 km
- Brandy Carr Rd Lindale Avenue0.2 km
- Brandy Carr Rd Hawthorn Close0.3 km
- Brandy Carr Rd Hawthorn Close0.3 km
- Brandy Carr Road Batley Rd0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: WF20RJ · Data under Open Government Licence