Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

LEATHAM AVENUE, WF7 5DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEATHAM AVENUE, WF7 5DJ.

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Population

344

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 34,100 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WF7 5DJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. WF7 5DJ's 69% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

WF7 5DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Leatham Avenue, 0.6km from Purston Jaglin in Featherstone (Wakefield). Administratively it sits within Featherstone ward and the Hemsworth constituency.

For families considering a move, WF7 5DJ represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £125k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for WF7 5DJ are sourced from Output Area E00059393 (shared with 9 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 WF7 5DJ. The average age is 39.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Terraced

£ 102,500

4 sales · Mean £ 113,750

Semi-Detached

£ 111,000

1 sales · Mean £ 111,000

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

Crime around WF7 5DJ is moderate at 51 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.

Violence and sexual offences82
Criminal damage and arson18
Public order17
Anti-social behaviour14
Burglary7

school Local Schools

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The Featherstone Academy

Good443 pupils0.3 km
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Featherstone Purston Infant School

Good211 pupils0.7 km
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Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

Good338 pupils0.9 km
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Featherstone Girnhill Infant School

Good163 pupils1.1 km
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Featherstone North Featherstone Junior and Infant School

Good350 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Little Lane Stores0.1 km
  • Girnhill Lane Stores1.0 km
  • One Stop0.9 km
  • Shop 4 You0.9 km
  • South Featherstone Gospel Hall0.9 km
  • + 8 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Girnhill Lane WMC1.0 km
  • Rovers Return0.9 km
  • The Railway1.0 km
  • Travellers Rest0.4 km
  • Featherstone Rovers Rlfc0.8 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • Park View Fisheries0.3 km
  • Shurma0.9 km
  • Station Lane Fisheries0.9 km
  • Amigo0.9 km
  • Andrea's Kitchen1.0 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Munchbox0.3 km
  • MHA Communities Wakefield and District @ Featherstone Town C0.9 km
  • Featherstone Delights0.9 km
  • Featherstone Methodist Church Hall0.9 km
  • The Precinct Cafe0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Glencoe Villa Guest House0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Featherstone1.1 km
  • Pontefract Tanshelf2.9 km
  • Pontefract3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Little Lane Tarn Rd0.1 km
  • Little Lane Tarn Rd0.1 km
  • Featherstone Academy0.1 km
  • Featherstone Academy0.1 km
  • Wentbridge Rd Little Lane0.1 km