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44,407
Population
18,373
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£49,873
Avg. household income
1,517
Businesses
566
People per km²
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About Windmill Hill

Windmill Hill is located in West Yorkshire, England, within the WF4 postcode area. This area is primarily residential, offering a mix of housing styles that reflect various architectural periods. The surrounding landscape includes open green spaces, making it suitable for outdoor activities and leisurely walks.

The hill itself provides views of the nearby areas, and there are local amenities such as shops and schools within easy reach. The community is well-served by public transport, connecting residents to nearby towns and cities. Windmill Hill is a practical choice for those seeking a suburban lifestyle while still being close to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Windmill Hill

Windmill Hill is served by 112 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 Windmill Hill

Property prices average £228K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £186K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Windmill Hill

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Windmill Hill, with 40 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Windmill Hill

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Windmill Hill 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.

Healthcare in Windmill Hill

There are 12 GP surgeries within three miles of Windmill Hill, the nearest being Crofton And Sharlston Med Prac (0.5 miles away).

Local Data for Windmill Hill

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Property Prices 5,721 sales

Average Price £228K
£1K , £6M
Detached £341K 1,710
Semi £186K 2,203
Terraced £143K 1,448
Flat £127K 164

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

71 Primary
12 Secondary
29 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 13
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the WF4 postcode area.

Crofton Junior School Primary Good 0.5 miles Enrich Academy Not applicable 0.5 miles Crofton Academy Secondary Good 0.5 miles Crofton Infant School Primary 0.6 miles Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School Primary Good 0.7 miles Sharlston Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Sharlston Community School Primary 0.7 miles Hammer Lane Academy Not applicable 0.7 miles Streethouse Junior, Infant and Nursery School Primary Requires Improvement 1.2 miles Walton Primary Academy Primary 1.9 miles Butterflies Children's Centre Good 2.1 miles Newlands Primary School Primary 2.1 miles

Household Income in Windmill Hill ONS 2023

The average total household income in Windmill Hill is approximately £49,873 a year before tax, 10% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,047. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Windmill Hill £49,873
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,047.

Businesses in Windmill Hill ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,517 active businesses based in Windmill Hill, around 34 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 22 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,517 Total businesses
34 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Windmill Hill IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Windmill Hill 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
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 22%
7,631 Children (0-15) 17%
27,055 Working Age 61%
9,735 Older (65+) 22%
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 Windmill Hill 278 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Windmill Hill 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 113
Anti-Social Behaviour 40
Public Order 26
Other Theft 18
Shoplifting 18
Criminal Damage & Arson 17
Vehicle Crime 15
Burglary 11
Drugs 8
Other Crime 7
Robbery 3
Weapons 2
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

Sandal And Agbrigg Train Station 2.7 miles
Fitzwilliam Train Station 2.7 miles
Wakefield Kirkgate Train Station 3.1 miles
Featherstone Train Station 4 miles
Glasshoughton Train Station 4.6 miles
Castleford Train Station 4.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Sharlston 0.6 miles Sharlston Common 0.6 miles Crofton 0.6 miles New Crofton 0.6 miles Foulby 0.9 miles New Sharlston 1.2 miles Warmfield 1.4 miles Streethouse 1.4 miles Snydale 1.8 miles Kirkthorpe 1.8 miles West Hardwick 1.9 miles Wintersett 1.9 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Windmill Hill

Of the 19,383 households in and around Windmill Hill, 74% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 74% Social rented 14% Private rented 12%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Windmill Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions about Windmill Hill

What is the population of Windmill Hill?
Windmill Hill has a population of approximately 44,407 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Windmill Hill?
The average property in and around Windmill Hill sold for about £228,170, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 35% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Windmill Hill a deprived area?
Windmill Hill sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Windmill Hill?
Windmill Hill is covered by the WF4 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Windmill Hill?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Windmill Hill, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Windmill Hill?
The nearest railway station to Windmill Hill is Sandal And Agbrigg Train Station, about 2.7 miles away.

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