It has a thriving, pedestrianised town centre with high street chains and independent shops, as well as several primary schools and two secondary schools. The historic town sits on the border of Leeds and Wakefield but is incorporated into the City of Leeds metropolitan borough. It has excellent transport links and is near the A1/M1 link road, the Stourton park and ride bus service and is serviced by the nearby Woodlesford station. These are the 10 most expensive homes in the area right now, according to Zoopla:
7. Family home
This four bedroomed home sits in the Haigh Side Close cul-de-sac. The generous sized house would be an ideal family home with three bathrooms and two reception rooms. It has a front and rear garden with lawn and decking area. It is on the market for £350,000 with Richard Kendall. Photo: Zoopla
8. 'Best home on market'
This Churchfield Road home is described as one of the "best houses currently on the market in the area" in the listing. It has four bedrooms, two reception rooms and one bathroom, alongside a garage and ample parking space. It has been recently remodelled by the current owners. it is on the market for £355,000 with Purple bricks. Photo: Zoopla
9. Modern kitchen
This three bedroom detached home is also on Churfield Road. It has a spacious living room as well as a modern and airy kitchen. Upstairs it has three bedrooms and one bathroom. It is on the market for £274,400 with Emsleys. Photo: Zoopla
10. Home office
This two bedroom semi detached home sits on Haigh Road. To the rear of the property, there is a larger than average lawned garden area with decked patio. There is also a home office building at the bottom of the garden. It is on the market for £250,000 with Manning Stainton. Photo: Zoopla