Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

ELMWOOD DRIVE, WF2 6LW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELMWOOD DRIVE, WF2 6LW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

300

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 53,600 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WF2 6LW 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.

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8/10
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7/10
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2/10
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4/10
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1/10
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8/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WF2 6LW combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£257k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £257k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WF2 6LW is a sought-after residential area on Elmwood Drive, 0.8km from Overtown in Walton (Wakefield). Administratively it sits within Crofton, Ryhill and Walton ward and the Hemsworth constituency.

For serious buyers, WF2 6LW is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. 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. 88% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £257k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WF2 6LW are sourced from Output Area E00060247 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF2 6LW. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 245,000

9 sales · Mean £ 275,055

Terraced

£ 140,000

13 sales · Mean £ 148,769

Semi-Detached

£ 165,000

6 sales · Mean £ 182,166

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

WF2 6LW has low crime rates — 12 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.

Violence and sexual offences15
Anti-social behaviour4
Burglary3
Vehicle crime3
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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Walton Primary Academy

Good342 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • CTS Local0.1 km
  • Walton Sports & Social Club0.3 km
  • Max's Free Range Farm Eggs0.8 km
  • The Roots of Elmwood0.7 km
  • Walton Fruit & Veg0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The New Inn0.2 km
  • Walton Arlfc0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • The Park Restaurant and Grill0.8 km
  • Waterton Park Hotel0.9 km
  • Waterton Park Golf Club0.8 km
  • Waterton Park Hotel0.9 km
  • WH Kitchen @ Charles Waterton House0.4 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Golden Dragon0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sandal & Agbrigg2.3 km
  • Wakefield Kirkgate3.6 km
  • Wakefield3.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Cherry Tree Road0.1 km
  • Cherry Tree Road0.1 km
  • The Grove0.2 km
  • Brooklands View0.2 km
  • Walton School0.3 km