WF3 1BL is a safe, established residential area on St Marys Close, 0.1km from Woodkirk in East Ardsley. Administratively it sits within Morley South ward and the Morley and Outwood constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £237k, down 0.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WF3 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00058144 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST MARYS CLOSE, WF3 1BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST MARYS CLOSE, WF3 1BL.
326
38
£ 45,100 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF3 1BL represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 38, WF3 1BL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF3 1BL. The average age is 38.4. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 198,250
16 sales · Mean £ 201,843
Terraced
£ 220,000
1 sales · Mean £ 220,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF3 1BL has low crime rates — 26 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
Westerton Primary Academy
Woodkirk Academy
Hill Top Primary Academy
Blackgates Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Woodkirk Convenience Store1.0 km
- Leefair Stores0.3 km
- One Stop0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Hare And Hounds0.9 km
- British Oak0.5 km
- The British Oak0.5 km
- Tingley Working Mens Club1.0 km
- New Scarborough Inn0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Woodkirk Valley Country Club0.4 km
- Tingley Methodist Church0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Fusian Kitchen0.1 km
- Tingley Chinese0.2 km
- Capri Home Dining0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Batley3.0 km
- Morley3.0 km
- Dewsbury4.8 km
Bus Stops
- Syke Rd Syke Avenue0.1 km
- Rein Road0.1 km
- Syke Rd Syke Avenue0.1 km
- Syke Rd Meadow Way0.2 km
- Syke Rd Syke Gardens0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF31BL · Data under Open Government Licence