Is WF2 8TG a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)
663 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of WF2 8TG. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£199,283
Average price in Wakefield (2026-08, UK House Price Index). Up 2.9% year on year.
- Terraced
- £159,794
- Semi-detached
- £200,459
- Detached
- £314,988
- Flat / maisonette
- £100,645
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for WF2 8TG specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near WF2 8TG on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near WF2 8TG on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.