WF4 3JG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Well Head Mews, 0.3km from Chapelthorpe in Wakefield. Administratively it sits within Wakefield Rural ward and the Wakefield constituency.
For families considering a move, WF4 3JG represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £122k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 7.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WF4 3JG are sourced from Output Area E00060162 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WELL HEAD MEWS, WF4 3JG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELL HEAD MEWS, WF4 3JG.
301
48
£ 38,900 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF4 3JG 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WF4 3JG spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 7.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF4 3JG. The average age is 48.5. 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
Terraced
£ 118,000
1 sales · Mean £ 118,000
Flat
£ 127,000
1 sales · Mean £ 127,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF4 3JG has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Crigglestone Nursery School
Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy
Hendal Primary School
Crigglestone Dane Royd Junior and Infant School
Crigglestone Mackie Hill Junior and Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- JJ's Mini Mart0.4 km
- Singh & Booze0.7 km
- Kettlethorpe Guardians Food Bank0.7 km
- Pip and Jones1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Crigglestone W M C and Institute Ltd0.7 km
- Bay Horse Public House0.4 km
- Crigglestone All Blacks Arlfc0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Crigglestone Sports Club0.4 km
- Pit Stop Cafe0.6 km
- Sandal Rugby Union Fc0.7 km
- Camphill Wakefield0.6 km
- St James Church0.1 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Stores Limited0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Fuller Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
- JJ's Fisheries0.4 km
- Lee Cottage0.7 km
- UK Pizza and Kebab0.5 km
- Massimo0.4 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sandal & Agbrigg3.7 km
- Wakefield Westgate5.0 km
- Wakefield Kirkgate5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Kettlethorpe0.2 km
- Hendal Lane End0.2 km
- Hendal Lane End0.2 km
- Betty Eastwood Park0.4 km
- Crigglestone CC0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WF43JG · Data under Open Government Licence