About Durkar

Durkar is a village located in West Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area WF4. It is situated near the larger town of Wakefield, providing easy access to various amenities and services. The village features a mix of residential properties and local businesses, catering to the needs of its residents. Surrounding Durkar are several green spaces, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The area is well-connected by road and public transport, making it convenient for commuting to nearby towns and cities. Local schools and community facilities contribute to the village's appeal for families and individuals alike.

School Ratings in Durkar

Durkar is served by 120 schools. Crigglestone Nursery School and Crigglestone Dane Royd Junior and Infant School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Durkar

Property prices average £221K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £180K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Durkar

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Durkar, with 25 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Durkar

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Durkar falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Durkar

Most properties in Durkar can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,641 sales

Average Price £221K
£2K — £6M
Detached £334K 1,659
Semi £180K 2,152
Terraced £141K 1,477
Flat £121K 158

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

74 Primary
10 Secondary
36 Other
Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Crigglestone Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.7 miles Horbury Primary Academy Primary Good 1 miles Hendal Primary School Primary 1 miles Forest Wood Childrens Centre 1.1 miles Crigglestone Mackie Hill Junior and Infant School Primary Good 1.1 miles Horbury Academy Secondary 1.1 miles The Mount Junior Infant & Nursery School Primary Good 1.1 miles Kettlethorpe High School Secondary Good 1.2 miles Sunbeam Children's Centre 1.2 miles Wakefield Snapethorpe Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.3 miles Trinity Academy Cathedral Secondary Outstanding 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Durkar IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Durkar in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
10,344 Children (0-15) 17%
36,291 Working Age 61%
17,282 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.5% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Durkar 227 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Durkar experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

111 Violence & Sexual Offences
25 Criminal Damage & Arson
17 Other Theft
14 Public Order
13 Anti-Social Behaviour
13 Vehicle Crime
10 Shoplifting
8 Burglary
8 Drugs
5 Other Crime
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
West Yorkshire Wakefield West Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Sandal And Agbrigg Train Station 1.8 miles
Wakefield Kirkgate Train Station 2.3 miles
Outwood Train Station 4.2 miles
Darton Train Station 4.5 miles
Dewsbury Train Station 5.1 miles
Ravensthorpe Train Station 5.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Horbury Junction 0.6 miles Calder Grove 0.9 miles Great Cliff 0.9 miles Kettlethorpe 0.9 miles Milnthorpe 1.2 miles Lupset 1.2 miles Hall Green 1.2 miles Crigglestone 1.2 miles Hollingthorpe 1.2 miles Chapelthorpe 1.2 miles Painthorpe 1.2 miles Horbury 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Wakefield
Ward Crofton, Ryhill and Walton
Constituency Hemsworth
Parish Crofton
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in WF4 30 shown View all streets

Abbot Lane 2 Aberfield Drive 1 Addingford Close 1 Addingford Drive 1 Addingford Lane 2 Addison Court 1 Albion Mews 1 Alexandra Lane 1 Applehaigh Lane 1 Arden Court 1 Ash Brow 1 Ash Street 1 Ashdene Approach 2 Ashdene Avenue 2 Ashdene Crescent 2 Ashdene Drive 5 Ashdene Garth 1 Ashwood Grange 1 Ashwood Grove 1 Ashwood Heights 1 Ashwood Parade 1 Attlee Avenue 1 Audsley's Yard 1 Back Lane 5 Backhouse Lane 1 Badger Close 1 Bailey Walk 1 Balk Lane 1 Bank Street 1 Bar Lane 3

Postcodes in WF4 50 shown View all postcodes

WF4 1AA WF4 1AB WF4 1AD WF4 1AE WF4 1AF WF4 1AG WF4 1AH WF4 1AJ WF4 1AL WF4 1AN WF4 1AP WF4 1AQ WF4 1AR WF4 1AS WF4 1AT WF4 1AU WF4 1AW WF4 1AX WF4 1AY WF4 1AZ WF4 1BA WF4 1BE WF4 1BG WF4 1BH WF4 1BJ WF4 1BL WF4 1BP WF4 1BQ WF4 1BS WF4 1BT WF4 1BU WF4 1BW WF4 1BX WF4 1BY WF4 1DA WF4 1DB WF4 1DD WF4 1DE WF4 1DF WF4 1DG WF4 1DH WF4 1DL WF4 1DN WF4 1DP WF4 1DQ WF4 1DR WF4 1DS WF4 1DT WF4 1DU WF4 1DW