WF7 5DR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Leatham Crescent, 0.8km from Purston Jaglin in Featherstone (Wakefield). Administratively it sits within Featherstone ward and the Hemsworth constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WF7 5DR is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £135k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 27.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WF7 5DR are sourced from Output Area E00059395 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LEATHAM CRESCENT, WF7 5DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEATHAM CRESCENT, WF7 5DR.
299
37
£ 34,100 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF7 5DR 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
With 40% social renting, WF7 5DR is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 27.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF7 5DR. 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
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 135,000
4 sales · Mean £ 122,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WF7 5DR 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.
school Local Schools
The Featherstone Academy
Featherstone Purston Infant School
Featherstone Purston St Thomas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School
Featherstone Girnhill Infant School
Featherstone North Featherstone Junior and Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- The Prince of Purston0.6 km
- Farmer Copleys Farm Shop0.9 km
- Little Lane Stores0.4 km
- Dhami Newsagents And Off Licence0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Munchbox0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- White House Inn0.4 km
- Travellers Rest0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Park View Fisheries0.6 km
- Marlborough Fisheries0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Glencoe Villa Guest House0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Featherstone1.5 km
- Pontefract Tanshelf2.8 km
- Pontefract2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Wentbridge Rd Little Lane0.3 km
- Wentbridge Rd Little Lane0.3 km
- Featherstone Academy0.4 km
- Featherstone Academy0.4 km
- Houndhill Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WF75DR · Data under Open Government Licence