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8 Melbourne Avenue, Wrenthorpe, Wakefield, WF2 0LT
This 66 square metre property in Wrenthorpe, Wakefield, Wakefield carries an energy performance rating of D, in line with typical UK homes. It is heated by a gas central heating system and is currently listed as owner-occupied. Records show the property last changed hands for £132,500 back in 2008.
Property Type
Detached Bungalow
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Floor Area
66 m²
Council Tax
Band C
Property Features
Built 1967–1975
Private Garden
Front And Rear · South-facing
Single Detached Garage
Off-street covered parking
Driveway
Off-street parking
En-suite Bathroom
Private bathroom attached to bedroom
Dining Room
Separate dining space
Extension Potential
Scope to extend (subject to planning)
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Energy Performance
EPC rating and efficiency details
EPC Rating
A
B
C
D
D62
E
F
G
Main Heating
Gas
Main Fuel
Gas
Hot Water
Good
Windows
Average
CO2 Emissions
3.2 t/year
Tenure
Owner Occupied
Price & History
Transactions and market trends
Estimated value
£235,000
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Transaction history
£132,500Latest
Feb 2008Source: HM Land Registry
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Apr 2021
£186,000
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Dec 2020
£185,000
5 Melbourne Avenue Wrenthorpe Wakefield WF2 0LT
Aug 2019
£148,000
13 Melbourne Avenue Wrenthorpe Wakefield WF2 0LT
Aug 2018
£163,500
9 Melbourne Avenue Wrenthorpe Wakefield WF2 0LT
Aug 2017
£152,250
1 Melbourne Avenue Wrenthorpe Wakefield WF2 0LT
Dec 2012
£105,000
1 / 2
House Price Index
Wakefield+3.4%
105.7
Jan 26
UK HPI from HM Land Registry. Baseline: Jan 2015 = 100.
How This Property Compares on Melbourne Avenue
See how this property stacks up against others nearby
Comparing to 7 other houses on this street
Price per m²
Property value per square metre of floor space
£2,008/£2,818 avg
LowerHigher
Higher than only 14% of similar properties
Years Held
Time since last sale — indicates ownership stability
18 years/9 years avg
ShorterLonger
Held longer than all similar properties
EPC Rating
Government energy efficiency score (1–100)
62 (D)/64 (D) avg
Less efficientMore efficient
More efficient than only 29% of similar properties
Floor Area
Total internal floor space
66 m²/57 m² avg
SmallerLarger
Larger than 86% of similar properties
CO₂ Emissions
Annual carbon output from heating, hot water & lighting
3.2 t/year/2.9 t/year avg
Higher emissionsLower emissions
Lower emissions than only 14% of similar properties
Habitable Rooms
Living spaces like bedrooms & living rooms
4 rooms/4 rooms avg
FewerMore
More rooms than 71% of similar properties
Comparisons are based on the most recent EPC data for each property in this postcode. Only similar property types (houses) are compared.
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About Wrenthorpe, Wakefield
This property is located in Wrenthorpe, a village within the WF 2 postal district of West Yorkshire, England.
Wrenthorpe is a village north‑west of Wakefield, in West Yorkshire, England. The locality is characterised by its rural atmosphere and community‑oriented setting. It lies within the WF 2 postal district, placing it within easy reach of Wakefield while maintaining a distinct village identity. The available description highlights its status as a village in West Yorkshire, suggesting a quiet residential environment with local amenities typical of small settlements. Residents can expect a close‑knit community atmosphere and the convenience of nearby larger towns for additional services.
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Road Noise
Average road noise levels for this postcode
Daytime
07:00 – 23:00
51.5dB
Low
Night-time
23:00 – 07:00
40.3dB
Low55 dB
60 dB
65 dB
70 dB
75 dB
80 dB
Defra Road Noise Strategic Mapping, Round 4Crime Analysis
12 months of data for Wakefield
Total Crimes
88
Monthly Avg
7
Recent Trend
Rising
Most Common
Violence & Sexual
Crime by Category
Violence & Sexual57(65%)
Criminal Damage & Arson7(8%)
Vehicle Crime7(8%)
Public Order5(6%)
Burglary4(5%)
Other Theft3(3%)
Other Crime3(3%)
Drugs2(2%)
Recent Incidents
Violence & Sexual
Dec 2025On or near Gibson Avenue
Violence & Sexual
Dec 2025On or near Gibson Avenue
Violence & Sexual
Dec 2025On or near Gibson Avenue
Public Order
Nov 2025On or near Roundwood Rise
Violence & Sexual
Nov 2025On or near Roundwood Rise
Burglary
Nov 2025On or near Gibson Avenue
Data from Police UK • Updated monthly
Local Amenities
Schools and transport links nearby
Nearby Schools
19 within 3kmP
Wrenthorpe Academy
310m
4 mins
P
Jerry Clay Academy
715m
9 mins
P
Outwood Primary Academy Ledger Lane
1.3km
16 mins
S
Outwood Grange Academy
761m
9 mins
S
Heart of Yorkshire Education Group
2.2km
27 mins
S
CAPA College
2.8km
34 mins
Transport Links
30 within 3kmWrenthorpe Rd Melbourne Avenue
Bus Stop78m
1 min
Bradford Rd Potovens Lane
Bus Stop85m
1 min
Potovens Lane Bradford Rd
Bus Stop124m
1 min
Bradford Rd Appleshawn Crescent
Bus Stop143m
2 mins
Potovens Lane Mount Ave
Bus Stop289m
3 mins
Wrenthorpe Rd Dean Close
Bus Stop346m
4 mins
School data from Dept. for Education • Transport data from NaPTAN
Nearby Property Businesses
Local professionals serving this area
Map
49 points of interest nearby
Map data from OpenStreetMap • Transport data from NaPTAN • School data from Dept. for Education • Scenic data from Beautifulplaces.ai
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