Area Guide – Wakefield (WF)

Living in Wakefield (WF)

Crime levels in Wakefield (WF) are above the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, multiple rail stations serve the area, flood risk is generally low across much of the area, though street-level conditions can vary. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Wakefield (WF)

Is Wakefield (WF) a good place to live?

Wakefield (WF) has crime levels above the England average, several well-rated schools nearby and rail stations serving the area.

Are there good schools in Wakefield (WF)?

Yes. 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 12 Good (Ofsted).

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Wakefield (WF)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

bar_chart Key Indicators

shield Crime Above England average (105 vs 88 per 1,000)

school Schools 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 12 Good (Ofsted)

directions_railway Transport 3 rail stations within 2 miles of the area centre

Station	Distance
Wakefield Westgate Rail Station	0.3 mi
Wakefield Kirkgate Rail Station	0.6 mi
Sandal & Agbrigg Rail Station	1.6 mi

water Flood risk Flood risk is generally low across much of the area — check the flood map for street-level detail

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 7.3 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

local_hospital Healthcare 31 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach

Name	Type	Distance
LCD WAKEFIELD WIC	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
INSPIRING RECOVERY - WAKEFIELD	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
WAKEFIELD SEXUAL HEALTH SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
SPECTRUM COMMUNITY HEALTH	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
WAKEFIELD COVID 19 ASSESSMENT UNITS	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
GP CARE WAKEFIELD OOH	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
TRINITY MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
MUSCULO SKELETAL SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
ANGEL LODGE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
WARRENGATE MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
HMP WAKEFIELD	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
NEW SOUTHGATE SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
HOMESTEAD	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
ALVERTHORPE	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
COMMUNITY NON-MEDICAL PRESCRIBERS	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
ST SWITHUN'S COMMUNITY CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
CROFTON WARD - BCSS INPATIENT UNIT	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
NEWTON LODGE - BCSS INPATIENT UNIT	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
SWYPFT CONNECTING CARE HUB	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
TRINITY HEALTH GROUP PCN HUB	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
MAYBUSH MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
GRANGE MAYBUSH	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
EASTMOOR HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
LUPSET HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
NEWMEDICA WAKEFIELD	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
WRENTHORPE HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
WEST YORKSHIRE URGENT CARE SERVICES	GP Surgery	2.0 mi
WEST YORKSHIRE URGENT CARE SERVICES	GP Surgery	2.0 mi
YAS IUC OOH	GP Surgery	2.0 mi
WEST YORKSHIRE NHS DIRECT	GP Surgery	2.0 mi
OUTWOOD PARK MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	2.0 mi
PINDERFIELDS HOSPITAL	A&E Hospital	0.8 mi