Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

LEATHAM CRESCENT, WF7 5DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEATHAM CRESCENT, WF7 5DX.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

31

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Avg Income

£ 34,100 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF7 5DX 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.

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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 43% of tenure in WF7 5DX — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

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

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

An affordable area with active regeneration, WF7 5DX 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. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 31 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £149k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for WF7 5DX are sourced from Output Area E00059400 (shared with 5 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 5DX. 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

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 6%
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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

£ 167,000

3 sales · Mean £ 155,000

Terraced

£ 136,600

5 sales · Mean £ 140,120

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

Crime around WF7 5DX is moderate at 50 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
Vehicle crime7

school Local Schools

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The Featherstone Academy

Good443 pupils0.3 km
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Featherstone Purston Infant School

Good211 pupils0.8 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 pupils1.3 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 You1.0 km
  • South Featherstone Gospel Hall1.0 km
  • + 8 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Girnhill Lane WMC1.0 km
  • Rovers Return1.0 km
  • Travellers Rest0.4 km
  • Featherstone Rovers Rlfc0.8 km
  • White House Inn0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Park View Fisheries0.3 km
  • Shurma1.0 km
  • Station Lane Fisheries1.0 km
  • Amigo1.0 km
  • Carolyn's Delicatessen1.0 km
  • + 10 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 Hall1.0 km
  • The Precinct Cafe1.0 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
  • Wentbridge Rd Little Lane0.1 km
  • Little Lane Tarn Rd0.1 km
  • Wentbridge Rd Little Lane0.1 km
  • Featherstone Academy0.1 km