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WF7 5JB
Hardwick Road, Featherstone, Pontefract
WakefieldWakefield District (B)
WF7 5JB is a sought-after suburb, Popular with middle-age people and families with mainly smaller homes and flats, offering solid public transport connections, and is where crime can be a concern. This postcode is where shopping is easy and accessible, with limited healthcare facilities, and where economic challenges affect employment rates.
Featherstone, Pontefract
Key Stats
Households
114
Male: 34, Female: 28
Household Income
£34,100
UK average: £38,100 (Jul 23)
Postcode Sector
Wakefield
Population
People
Population Density
People/km2
Average Income
Per household
Affordability
8 / 10
Crime & Safety
0 / 10
Amenities
8 / 10
Overview
What does Census 2021 data tell us about WF7 5JB?
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Where is WF7 5JB?
Approximate address:
Hardwick Road, Featherstone, Pontefract
The postcode WF7 5JB is located in the Wakefield area, part of the Wakefield District (B) district, and classed as a Urban: City and Town area.
WF7 5JB is a neighbourhood in part of a smaller city or town, with a mix of residential and industrial zones.
Note: demographic statistics are based on LSOA (E01011780) and OA (E00059403) output area data from the Census 2021, published by the Office for National Statistics, and are based on a best-fit model.
Location
Wakefield
Coordinates
53.672452, -1.362268
Easting/Northing
442229, 0419742
Grid Ref
SE422197
Parliamentary Constituency
Hemsworth
Local Authority
Wakefield
Population Density
5,720 km²
Coordinates
53.672452, -1.362268
Easting/Northing
442229, 0419742
Grid Ref
SE422197
Parliamentary Constituency
Hemsworth
Local Authority
Wakefield
Population Density
5,720 km²
Area Codes
Output area: E00059403
OA Code
E00059403
LSOA Code
E01011780
MSOA Code
E02002464
Ward
E05001449
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
E37000062
Rural/Urban Code
C1 - Urban: City and Town
OA Code
E00059403
LSOA Code
E01011780
MSOA Code
E02002464
Ward
E05001449
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
E37000062
Rural/Urban Code
C1 - Urban: City and Town
Demographics
Who lives in the WF7 5JB neighbourhood? Our system analyses 100+ factors to determine who lives here.
AB Social Score
This postcode has a very small proportion of residents in higher managerial or professional occupations, indicating a community with diverse occupational backgrounds.
AB social grade score is calculated from Census 21 data, reporting people who have higher and intermediate managerial, admin and professional occupations.
Education Score
An Education Score of 1/10 indicates a very small proportion of residents with higher educational qualifications, highlighting a community with limited formal education.
This score is based on educational factors, including the highest level of qualifications per output area as reported in Census 2021 statistics.
Credit Status Score
Scoring 5/10 in Credit Status, this postcode represents a middle ground, where credit ratings are average, balancing financial stability with moderate economic challenges.
Based on average credit rating by local authority, adjusted and weighted with factors including unemployment, crime, deprivation, and income.
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Property Scorecard
What types of properties are in the WF7 5JB neighbourhood, and how valuable are homes in this area?
Housing Affordability Score
Scoring 8/10 in Housing Affordability, this postcode offers very favourable conditions for buyers, where the cost of housing is comfortably matched by average household incomes.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus property prices.
Rental Affordability Score
Rental prices are particularly affordable here, with most residents finding that their income allows them to rent comfortably without stretching their budget.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus rental prices in this local authority.
Yield Potential Score
Property yields in WF7 5JB are modest, with returns that might only appeal to investors willing to accept lower profitability for long-term gains.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Transport Scorecard
How easy is it to travel to and from the WF7 5JB postcode?
Transport Score
Transport options are readily available in WF7 5JB, with frequent bus services, accessible parking, and convenient train stations, making travel relatively easy.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
Commuting Score
Residents in WF7 5JB often have moderate-to-long commutes, with job opportunities not immediately local, making travel a regular part of the workday.
Score derived from Census 2021 data regarding commuting distances. Higher scores may indicate work hubs and major industries are closer, meaning shorter commuting times.
Car Ownership Score
Very few households in WF7 5JB have access to a vehicle, suggesting a strong reliance on public transport or living in a location where cars aren't essential.
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Amenities Scorecard
What amenities and leisure facilities are available near the WF7 5JB postcode?
Green Spaces Score
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Calculated by determining the number, size and population per park within the LSOA neighbourhood area.
Shopping Score
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Calculated by determining the availability of supermarkets, shopping centres and other amenities in this neighbourhood radius.
Fitness & Leisure Score
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Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Education Scorecard
What are the local schools and further education like?
Educational Attainment Score
Educational levels are minimal in WF7 5JB, with most residents holding only entry-level qualifications or none at all.
Educational attainment scores are calculated from Census 2021 data by resident's (age 16+) highest level of qualification.
Childcare Score
Very few childcare facilities are accessible in the WF7 5JB postcode area, making it difficult for parents to find suitable services for young children.
Based on proximity, availability and accessibility of local childminders, pre-schools and childcare establishments within travel distance.
Further Education Score
Residents of WF7 5JB have good access to further education institutions, with several colleges and sixth forms nearby, making it easier for students to continue their studies.
Based on availability and proximity to further education establishments nearby, including six-forms, colleges and universities.
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