Summary - Westfield Grove, Wakefield WF1 3RS
12 bed 5 bath House
Huge period house with planning consent for extra dwelling, ideal for developers or large households.
- Grade II listed Victorian residence circa 1830, ~8,980 sq ft
- Twelve bedrooms, seven reception rooms, three kitchens, five bathrooms
- Full planning permission for detached dwelling within grounds
- Two large basements including wine cellar and workshop
- Off-street parking; close to city centre and motorway access
- Listed status limits alterations; refurbishment will require consents
- Solid brick walls likely uninsulated; windows double glazed pre-2002
- Very high council tax and recorded very high local crime rates
A rare Grade II listed residence circa 1830 offering nearly 9,000 sq ft of flexible accommodation across 12 bedrooms and seven reception rooms. The house combines handsome Victorian detail — high ceilings, decorative cornices, stained glass and large sash windows — with substantial ancillary space including two basements, a wine cellar and workshop. Off-street parking and a garden add practical appeal close to Wakefield city centre and motorway links.
Full planning permission has been granted for a detached new dwelling on the far corner of the grounds, creating an immediate development upside. The property’s size and room layout also suit conversion to HMO, specialist housing or a care-home use (appropriate consents required). Viewing is recommended to appreciate the scope and scale.
Important practical points: listed status will restrict alterations and can complicate refurbishment. The building has solid brick walls (likely uninsulated), double glazing fitted pre-2002, and services have not been tested. Council tax is very high for the property and the local crime level is recorded as very high — both factors to consider for lenders, insurers and certain uses.
This house is for a buyer seeking a substantial period asset with clear development potential, prepared for listed‑building constraints and likely refurbishment to modern standards. Plans for the new dwelling are available on request to interested parties.
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