WF6 2NT is a safe, established residential area on Hill Crest, 0.3km from Altofts in Normanton (Wakefield). Administratively it sits within Altofts and Whitwood ward and the Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford constituency.
For families considering a move, WF6 2NT represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k.
Census 2021 statistics for WF6 2NT are sourced from Output Area E00059917 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HILL CREST, WF6 2NT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILL CREST, WF6 2NT.
343
46
£ 44,500 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
No single demographic signal dominates WF6 2NT — age 46, 80% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF6 2NT. The average age is 46.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Detached
£ 180,000
3 sales · Mean £ 193,333
Semi-Detached
£ 125,000
1 sales · Mean £ 125,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF6 2NT has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Martin Frobisher Infant School
Lee Brigg Infant and Nursery School
Normanton Altofts Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Altofts WMC & Institute0.8 km
- One Stop0.5 km
- Tarn 51 @ The Robin Hood0.4 km
- Upper Altofts Post Office0.6 km
- Anita's Off Licence0.9 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Bridge Town Canteen @ Horse & Jockey0.1 km
- The Robin Hood0.4 km
- Altofts Sports Club0.7 km
- The Brig WMC0.6 km
- The Miners Arms0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Chilli Pepperz0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Eee Bah Crumbs0.4 km
- Foxholes Deli0.5 km
- Tasty Bites0.8 km
- King Fry Fisheries0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Normanton1.2 km
- Streethouse4.4 km
- Wakefield Kirkgate5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Church Road Library0.2 km
- Church Road Library0.2 km
- Church Rd The Crescent0.3 km
- Church Road Foxholes Ln0.3 km
- Church Road Agincourt Dr0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WF62NT · Data under Open Government Licence