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Location in West YorkshireStanley Ferry sits where the marker shows within the county.

36,277
Population
13,711
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£53,294
Avg. household income
947
Businesses
1,147
People per km²
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About Stanley Ferry

Stanley Ferry is a small locality situated in West Yorkshire, England, within the WF3 postcode area. It is primarily known for its canal and the nearby Stanley Ferry Aqueduct, which carries the Aire and Calder Navigation over the River Aire. The area is characterised by its industrial heritage, with remnants of the past visible in the surrounding landscape.

The local amenities include a few pubs and shops, catering to the needs of residents and visitors alike. Nearby, the picturesque countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural environment. Stanley Ferry serves as a point of interest for those exploring the waterways of West Yorkshire and provides a glimpse into the region's industrial past.

School Ratings in Stanley Ferry

Families in Stanley Ferry have access to 132 local schools. Kingsland Primary School and Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Stanley Ferry

Homes sell for an average of £230K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £195K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Stanley Ferry

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Stanley Ferry, with 24 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Stanley Ferry

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Stanley Ferry around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Stanley Ferry

There are 41 GP surgeries within three miles of Stanley Ferry, the nearest being Stanley (0.7 miles away).

Local Data for Stanley Ferry

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Property Prices 5,556 sales

Average Price £230K
£750 , £12.36M
Detached £334K 1,715
Semi £195K 2,031
Terraced £154K 1,387
Flat £109K 297

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

83 Primary
14 Secondary
35 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 10
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the WF3 postcode area.

Stanley Grove Primary and Nursery Academy Primary 0.5 miles Stanley St Peters Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Stanley Children's Centre Good 0.8 miles Kingsland Primary School Not applicable Outstanding 0.9 miles Meadowcroft School Not applicable Good 1.2 miles Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate Primary Outstanding 1.2 miles Martin Frobisher Infant School Primary Good 1.3 miles Lee Brigg Infant and Nursery School Primary Outstanding 1.3 miles Outwood Academy City Fields Secondary Good 1.4 miles Rooks Nest Academy Primary Good 1.4 miles Ivy Lane School Not applicable Good 1.4 miles Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill Primary Good 1.5 miles

Household Income in Stanley Ferry ONS 2023

The average total household income in Stanley Ferry is approximately £53,294 a year before tax, 4% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,467. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Stanley Ferry £53,294
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £39,467.

Businesses in Stanley Ferry ONS 2025

There are approximately 947 active businesses based in Stanley Ferry, around 26 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

947 Total businesses
26 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Stanley Ferry IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Stanley Ferry are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 63%
Older 65+ 18%
6,868 Children (0-15) 19%
23,023 Working Age 63%
6,396 Older (65+) 18%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.1% 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 Stanley Ferry 211 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Stanley Ferry is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

Violence & Sexual Offences 95
Public Order 24
Anti-Social Behaviour 21
Criminal Damage & Arson 16
Burglary 15
Vehicle Crime 12
Other Theft 8
Other Crime 8
Drugs 7
Shoplifting 2
Bicycle Theft 1
Weapons 1
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Outwood Train Station 2 miles
Wakefield Kirkgate Train Station 2.2 miles
Sandal And Agbrigg Train Station 3.2 miles
Woodlesford Train Station 3.6 miles
Castleford Train Station 4.2 miles
Glasshoughton Train Station 5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bottom Boat 0.6 miles Stanley 0.9 miles Altofts 1.2 miles Newton Hill 1.4 miles Lofthouse Gate 1.4 miles Lee Moor 1.4 miles East Moor 1.4 miles Lofthouse 1.8 miles Scholey Hill 1.8 miles Methley Lanes 1.8 miles Goosehill 1.8 miles Outwood 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Leeds
Ward Ardsley & Robin Hood
Constituency Morley and Outwood
Parish Leeds, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Stanley Ferry

Of the 15,358 households in and around Stanley Ferry, 76% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 76% Social rented 11% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Stanley Ferry.

Frequently Asked Questions about Stanley Ferry

What is the population of Stanley Ferry?
Stanley Ferry has a population of approximately 36,277 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Stanley Ferry?
The average property in and around Stanley Ferry sold for about £229,880, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 34% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Stanley Ferry a deprived area?
Stanley Ferry sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Stanley Ferry?
Stanley Ferry is covered by the WF3 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Stanley Ferry?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Stanley Ferry, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Stanley Ferry?
The nearest railway station to Stanley Ferry is Outwood Train Station, about 2 miles away.

Streets in WF3 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Close 1 Aberford Road 23 Acres Road 1 Albion Street 1 Amspool Court 1 Apple Tree Close 1 Apple Tree Court 1 Ardsley Court 1 Arthington Close 1 Ash Crescent 2 Ash Grove 2 Ash Lea 1 Ash Street 1 Ash View 1 Ashfield Terrace 1 Ashton Crescent 1 Aspen Court 1 Auty Crescent 1 Auty Mews 1 Avondale Drive 1 Back Bright Street 1 Back Mary Street 1 Back Oakley Street 1 Back Oxford Street 2 Back Pawson Street 1 Baghill Green 2 Baghill Road 3 Baker Lane 3 Balk Crescent 1 Balmoral Court 1

Postcodes in WF3 50 shown View all postcodes

WF3 1AA WF3 1AB WF3 1AD WF3 1AE WF3 1AF WF3 1AG WF3 1AH WF3 1AJ WF3 1AL WF3 1AN WF3 1AP WF3 1AQ WF3 1AR WF3 1AS WF3 1AT WF3 1AU WF3 1AW WF3 1AX WF3 1AY WF3 1AZ WF3 1BA WF3 1BB WF3 1BD WF3 1BE WF3 1BF WF3 1BG WF3 1BH WF3 1BJ WF3 1BL WF3 1BN WF3 1BP WF3 1BQ WF3 1BT WF3 1BU WF3 1BW WF3 1BZ WF3 1DA WF3 1DB WF3 1DE WF3 1DF WF3 1DG WF3 1DH WF3 1DJ WF3 1DL WF3 1DN WF3 1DP WF3 1DQ WF3 1DR WF3 1DS WF3 1DT