WF7 5AQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ravensmead, 0.9km from Marl Pit Hill in Featherstone (Wakefield). Administratively it sits within Featherstone ward and the Hemsworth constituency.
For families considering a move, WF7 5AQ represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 93% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £202k, up 23.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WF7 5AQ are sourced from Output Area E00059386 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RAVENSMEAD, WF7 5AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAVENSMEAD, WF7 5AQ.
271
52
£ 34,100 /yr
42%
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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates WF7 5AQ — age 52, 93% ownership, 5% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 23.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF7 5AQ. The average age is 52.2. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 193,000
16 sales · Mean £ 199,890
Terraced
£ 202,000
1 sales · Mean £ 202,000
Detached
£ 206,500
2 sales · Mean £ 206,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WF7 5AQ is moderate at 54 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
Larks Hill Junior and Infant School
Featherstone North Featherstone Junior and Infant School
Featherstone Purston Infant School
Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- The Prince of Purston0.9 km
- Farmer Copleys Farm Shop0.4 km
- Little Lane Stores0.7 km
- Dhami Newsagents And Off Licence0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Munchbox0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- White House Inn0.6 km
- Travellers Rest0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Park View Fisheries0.9 km
- Marlborough Fisheries0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Glencoe Villa Guest House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Featherstone1.5 km
- Pontefract Tanshelf2.3 km
- Pontefract2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Houndhill Lane0.2 km
- Houndhill Lane0.2 km
- Ravensknowle Farm0.3 km
- Ravensknowle Farm0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WF75AQ · Data under Open Government Licence