Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

MAYBURY AVENUE, WF4 3PW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAYBURY AVENUE, WF4 3PW.

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Population

257

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 45,400 /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: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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10/10
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1/10
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6/10
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5/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

WF4 3PW is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £256k, 92% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 24.0% year-on-year.

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

WF4 3PW is a sought-after residential area on Maybury Avenue, 0.4km from Durkar in Crigglestone and Durkar. Administratively it sits within Wakefield Rural ward and the Wakefield constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WF4, WF4 3PW offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% 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 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £256k, up 24.0% year-on-year. 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 WF4 3PW are sourced from Output Area E00060175 (shared with 9 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 WF4 3PW. The average age is 49.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 214,950

9 sales · Mean £ 212,994

Detached

£ 214,750

2 sales · Mean £ 214,750

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

WF4 3PW has low crime rates — 37 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 offences16
Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft5
Public order5
Vehicle crime5

school Local Schools

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Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy

Good316 pupils1.1 km
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Crigglestone Nursery School

Outstanding92 pupils1.2 km
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Hendal Primary School

Good411 pupils1.2 km
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Kettlethorpe High School

Good1659 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • One Stop0.8 km
  • Spar0.6 km
  • Grange Service Station0.2 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Premier Inn (South Calder Park)0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • New Inn Public House0.6 km
  • Swan & Cygnet0.6 km
  • Red Kite0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Burger King0.6 km
  • KFC0.6 km
  • Starbucks0.6 km
  • Hampsons Deli/Cafe/Bakery0.3 km
  • The Boathouse Cafe1.0 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Durkar Fisheries0.6 km
  • Greggs0.6 km
  • Subway0.6 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Asda1.0 km
  • Sushi Daily @ Asda1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sandal & Agbrigg2.4 km
  • Wakefield Westgate3.3 km
  • Wakefield3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Green Acres0.2 km
  • The Crimbles0.2 km
  • Green Acres0.2 km
  • The Crimbles0.2 km
  • Denby Dale Road Wadhouse Ln0.2 km