WF7 5AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Pontefract Road, 0.9km from Purston Jaglin in Featherstone (Wakefield). Administratively it sits within Featherstone ward and the Hemsworth constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WF7 5AJ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £304k.
Census 2021 statistics for WF7 5AJ are sourced from Output Area E00059395 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PONTEFRACT ROAD, WF7 5AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PONTEFRACT ROAD, WF7 5AJ.
299
37
£ 34,100 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF7 5AJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 40% of tenure in WF7 5AJ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 37-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF7 5AJ. The average age is 37.0. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 270,000
7 sales · Mean £ 258,464
Detached
£ 265,000
3 sales · Mean £ 248,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WF7 5AJ is moderate at 57 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Featherstone Academy
Featherstone Purston Infant School
Featherstone North Featherstone Junior and Infant School
Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Featherstone Girnhill Infant School
Larks Hill Junior and Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Little Lane Stores0.4 km
- The Prince of Purston0.7 km
- Dhami Newsagents And Off Licence0.6 km
- Farmer Copleys Farm Shop0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Travellers Rest0.7 km
- Featherstone Rovers Rlfc0.8 km
- White House Inn0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Park View Fisheries0.7 km
- Marlborough Fisheries0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Munchbox0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Glencoe Villa Guest House0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Featherstone1.2 km
- Pontefract Tanshelf2.5 km
- Pontefract2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Houndhill Lane0.1 km
- Houndhill Lane0.2 km
- Featherstone Academy0.2 km
- Featherstone Academy0.3 km
- Little Lane Tarn Rd0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WF75AJ · Data under Open Government Licence