Our Data Sources
42, School Road, Pontefract has 41 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in January 2020 and a single entry in the EPC database dated February 2016.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 2 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
Decorative condition can have a big effect on a property's value and this effect varies depending on the type, size and location of the property.
If 42, School Road, Pontefract is in very good condition we estimate a sale value of £195,752 and a rental value of £1,110 per month.
However, if the property needs a lot of cosmetic work we estimate a sale value of £173,380 and a rental value of £983 per month.
Plot Size
According to data from HM Land Registry, 42, School Road, Pontefract sits on a plot of 425 m2.
We have plot size data on 11 out of 21 other houses in the postcode and 42, School Road, Pontefract sits on the 3rd largest plot.
Energy Efficiency
42, School Road, Pontefract has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 26 Feb 2016.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
According to HM Land Registry, 42, School Road, Pontefract was last sold on 17th January 2020 for £125,000 and was recorded as a freehold house.
The property has had 4 sales since 1995.
Since January 2020, the market for similar properties has risen by 68.8%.
- Sold Jan 2020£125,000
- Sold Apr 2016£118,500
- Sold Jul 2005£97,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
According to the Land Registry and our network of Estate Agents, there have been 217 sales of properties similar to 42, School Road, Pontefract within a radius of 540 metres since 2018.
The most recent example is 49, Kings Crescent, Pontefract, WF8 2AP, a freehold house which sold for £202,500 on the 30th March 2026.
Read more about house prices in WF8.
- Sold Mar 2026£202,500 | 3 Bed House49, Kings Crescent, Pontefract, WF8 2AP49, Kings Crescent, Pontefract, WF8 2AP
- Sold Mar 2026£210,000 | 3 Bed House67, Chequerfield Road, Pontefract, WF8 2BJ67, Chequerfield Road, Pontefract, WF8 2BJ
- Sold Feb 2026£168,000 | 3 Bed House37, Churchbalk Lane, Pontefract, WF8 2QD37, Churchbalk Lane, Pontefract, WF8 2QD
- Sold Feb 2026£157,000 | 3 Bed House130, Willow Park, Pontefract, WF8 2SZ130, Willow Park, Pontefract, WF8 2SZ
- Sold Nov 2025£145,000 | 3 Bed House8, Chequerfield Mount, Pontefract, WF8 2BN8, Chequerfield Mount, Pontefract, WF8 2BN
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £177,741, ranging from £75,295 to £220,245.
- 40 School Road
4 Bed House | 8 m | Est. Value: £197,170
- 46 School Road
4 Bed House | 21 m | Est. Value: £220,245
- 36 School Road
4 Bed House | 26 m | Est. Value: £209,945
- 37 School Road
3 Bed House | 34 m | Est. Value: £170,035
- 35 School Road
3 Bed House | 35 m | Est. Value: £189,326
Location Comparison
School Road, Pontefract, WF8 has a total of 64 addresses. According to our analysis of all the public data, 42, School Road, Pontefract is the 21st largest and the 15th most expensive property on the street.
When compared to the postcode district it is £47k less expensive than the average property in WF8.
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Schools Nearby
- De Lacy Primary School200 m away
- Cherry Tree Academy700 m away
- Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy800 m away
- Carleton High School1.3 km away
- The King's School1.5 km away
- The Featherstone Academy3.3 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Pontefract Baghill|700 m away
- Pontefract Monkhill|1.3 km away
- Pontefract Tanshelf|1.7 km away
Available Internet Speeds
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast Broadband is available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
According to data from the Environment Agency, the flood risk in this area is considered to be Very Low.












