Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

MAPLE COURT, WF5 0DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAPLE COURT, WF5 0DP.

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Population

235

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 39,200 /yr

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Employed

51%

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

WF5 0DP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 38.5% year-on-year.

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

WF5 0DP is a safe, established residential area on Maple Court, 0.3km from South Ossett in Ossett. Administratively it sits within Horbury and South Ossett ward and the Wakefield constituency.

For families considering a move, WF5 0DP represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £192k, up 38.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WF5 0DP are sourced from Output Area E00059519 (shared with 11 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 0DP. The average age is 44.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 189,950

7 sales · Mean £ 182,350

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

WF5 0DP has low crime rates — 24 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 offences54
Anti-social behaviour11
Vehicle crime8
Other theft4
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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St Ignatius Catholic Primary School

Good151 pupils0.1 km
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Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College

Good1739 pupils0.2 km
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South Ossett Infant Academy

Outstanding98 pupils0.2 km
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Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery

Good212 pupils0.6 km
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Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good344 pupils0.7 km
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Ossett South Parade Primary

Good455 pupils0.9 km
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Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy

Good128 pupils1.3 km
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Towngate Primary Academy

Good271 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Vic0.2 km
  • Weavers Arms0.1 km
  • Park Tavern0.6 km
  • Ossett Brewery Tap0.7 km
  • Ossett Cricket And Athletic Club0.7 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Old Halfway House0.8 km
  • The Coffee Hive0.4 km
  • Cloud Nine Ossett Ltd1.0 km
  • Ossett War Memorial Community Centre0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Barracuda Fisheries0.1 km
  • Dickinson's Sandwiches0.5 km
  • Nice Nosh0.5 km
  • Park Square Fisheries0.6 km
  • Kam Chuan Takeaway0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Nisa0.1 km
  • Slimming World0.5 km
  • Resource Aid Centre0.2 km
  • St Ignatius Parish Centre0.1 km
  • Station Road Off Licence0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Dimple Well Lodge Hotel0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dewsbury4.6 km
  • Wakefield Westgate4.7 km
  • Ravensthorpe5.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Storrs Hill Road0.1 km
  • Storrs Hill Road0.1 km
  • Horbury Rd South Terrace0.2 km
  • Green Park0.2 km
  • Green Park0.2 km