WF7 5DW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Leatham Park Road, 0.7km from Purston Jaglin in Featherstone (Wakefield). Administratively it sits within Featherstone ward and the Hemsworth constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WF7 5DW is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £162k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WF7 5DW are sourced from Output Area E00059400 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LEATHAM PARK ROAD, WF7 5DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEATHAM PARK ROAD, WF7 5DW.
288
31
£ 34,100 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF7 5DW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WF7 5DW has a significant social housing presence — 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF7 5DW. The average age is 30.7. 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
Terraced
£ 132,500
4 sales · Mean £ 123,060
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF7 5DW has low crime rates — 44 incidents 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- Little Lane Stores0.3 km
- Dhami Newsagents And Off Licence0.7 km
- Farmer Copleys Farm Shop1.0 km
- The Prince of Purston0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Travellers Rest0.7 km
- White House Inn0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Park View Fisheries0.6 km
- Marlborough Fisheries0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Glencoe Villa Guest House0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Munchbox0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Featherstone1.5 km
- Pontefract Tanshelf2.9 km
- Pontefract2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Wentbridge Rd Little Lane0.3 km
- Wentbridge Rd Little Lane0.3 km
- Featherstone Academy0.4 km
- Featherstone Academy0.4 km
- Little Lane Tarn Rd0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WF75DW · Data under Open Government Licence