Hemsworth, Wakefield
Key facts
Hemsworth is a UK electoral ward in Wakefield. Hemsworth has genuinely affordable homes. Terraces average £124,908 and semis £175,240 — both well below neighbouring neighbourhoods.
About Hemsworth
Hemsworth has genuinely affordable homes. Terraces average £124,908 and semis £175,240 — both well below neighbouring neighbourhoods. Living costs and rents won't stretch your budget either.
Getting around is straightforward. You've got your own railway and bus station, plus quick access to the M1 and A1(M). Families benefit from Grove Lea Primary, which Ofsted rates as Outstanding, and several other Good-rated schools nearby.
Day-to-day life is easy to manage. There are 11 convenience stores, 3 pharmacies and 17 pubs within the neighbourhood. Air quality is rated Good.
Crime's been dropping sharply through 2026 and now sits below the regional average, which gives you real peace of mind.
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