WF5 0AL is a safe, established residential area on The Green, 0.3km from Ossett, South in Ossett. Administratively it sits within Ossett ward and the Wakefield constituency.
For families considering a move, WF5 0AL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £192k, down 90.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WF5 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00059628 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE GREEN, WF5 0AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE GREEN, WF5 0AL.
296
45
£ 38,900 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WF5 0AL spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 90.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF5 0AL. The average age is 44.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 72,500
9 sales · Mean £ 71,388
Detached
£ 565,000
2 sales · Mean £ 565,000
Terraced
£ 130,500
4 sales · Mean £ 131,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF5 0AL has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery
Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
South Ossett Infant Academy
Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College
St Ignatius Catholic Primary School
Ossett South Parade Primary
Ossett Holy Trinity CofE VA Primary School
Towngate Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- The Vic0.4 km
- The Railway Club0.6 km
- Weavers Arms0.5 km
- The George0.6 km
- Park Tavern0.6 km
- + 9 more
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Bargain Booze0.7 km
- Ossett Central Wmc0.7 km
- Candy Mania Ltd0.6 km
- Hitch Newsagents0.8 km
- Sandra's Cabbage Patch0.6 km
- + 18 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Bistro 420.6 km
- Kingsway Cafe0.8 km
- Bank Street Kitchen0.6 km
- Olympus Cafe0.6 km
- Baburchi0.7 km
- + 13 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Cheung's0.8 km
- Ali's & De Niro's0.7 km
- Bobby's Salt & Pepper0.9 km
- FGF0.8 km
- Gandhi's Spice0.6 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.8 km
- Iceland0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Dimple Well Lodge Hotel0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dewsbury4.2 km
- Wakefield Westgate4.8 km
- Batley5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Healey Road0.1 km
- Healey Road0.1 km
- Healey Road South St0.2 km
- Healey Road South St0.2 km
- Green Park0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF50AL · Data under Open Government Licence