Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

CEDAR AVENUE, WF5 0AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CEDAR AVENUE, WF5 0AJ.

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Population

228

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 38,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

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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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

WF5 0AJ is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 22.7% year-on-year.

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

WF5 0AJ is a safe, established residential area on Cedar Avenue, 0.3km from South Ossett in Ossett. Administratively it sits within Ossett ward and the Wakefield constituency.

For families considering a move, WF5 0AJ represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £184k, down 22.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WF5 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00059629 (shared with 7 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 WF5 0AJ. The average age is 39.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 170,000

16 sales · Mean £ 173,812

Semi-Detached

£ 213,000

1 sales · Mean £ 213,000

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

WF5 0AJ has low crime rates — 21 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 offences46
Anti-social behaviour9
Vehicle crime8
Burglary5
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College

Good1739 pupils0.2 km
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St Ignatius Catholic Primary School

Good151 pupils0.3 km
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South Ossett Infant Academy

Outstanding98 pupils0.3 km
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Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery

Good212 pupils0.3 km
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Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good344 pupils0.5 km
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Ossett South Parade Primary

Good455 pupils0.9 km
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Towngate Primary Academy

Good271 pupils1.3 km
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Ossett Holy Trinity CofE VA Primary School

Requires Improvement354 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • The Vic0.3 km
  • The Railway Club0.9 km
  • Weavers Arms0.3 km
  • The George0.8 km
  • Park Tavern0.6 km
  • + 9 more
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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Bargain Booze1.0 km
  • Ossett Central Wmc0.9 km
  • Candy Mania Ltd0.8 km
  • Sandra's Cabbage Patch0.9 km
  • Ossett Outdoor Market1.0 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Bistro 420.9 km
  • Bank Street Kitchen0.8 km
  • Olympus Cafe0.8 km
  • Baburchi1.0 km
  • Cinta1.0 km
  • + 10 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Ali's & De Niro's1.0 km
  • Gandhi's Spice0.9 km
  • Saporito0.8 km
  • Casey's Fish & Chips0.8 km
  • Barracuda Fisheries0.2 km
  • + 8 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Dimple Well Lodge Hotel0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Iceland0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dewsbury4.4 km
  • Wakefield Westgate4.8 km
  • Ravensthorpe5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Green Park0.1 km
  • Green Park0.1 km
  • Storrs Hill Road0.2 km
  • Storrs Hill Road0.3 km
  • Healey Road South St0.3 km