The Avenue is in Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF1 2NP is located in the Wrenthorpe and Outwood West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Morley and Outwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Avenue, Wakefield, WF1 2NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF1 2NR, WF1 2NW, WF1 2NS, WF1 2PR, WF1 2PH, WF1 2PW, WF1 2NN, WF1 2NH, WF1 2PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF1 2NP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 53% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 49% | 47% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.5% | 40.3% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 35% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -9.2% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 16% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 6.9% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 6.5% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.7% | 36.3% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 37.7% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 18.6% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 8% | 5.4% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around WF1 2NP this area, 30.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.2% | 30.8% | -3.4% | 18.2% | 12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.1% | 12% | -9.1% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 17.3% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 11.7% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 13% | 17.7% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -16.1% |
| Other | 5.3% | 4.5% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 2.5% | 2.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 94.8% | 88% | -6.8% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
In this area, 93.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.1% | 93.8% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 93.3% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 1.1% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 24.6% | 13.5% | 11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.5% | 37.2% | 7.3% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 3.7% | 6.5% | -2.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Avenue was 44.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.7% lower than the Stanley and Outwood East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Avenue has the 36th lowest crime rate of 118 local areas in Stanley and Outwood East and the 276th lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 The Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-01-28 | £143,386 |
| 8 The Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-01-28 | £195,005 |
| 10 The Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2015-08-14 | £198,518 |
| 22 The Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2014-11-07 | £206,359 |
| 40 The Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2013-09-03 | £209,349 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Primary Academy Ledger Lane Ledger Lane , Outwood WF1 2PH | 4out of 4 | 405 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rooks Nest Academy Rooks Nest Road , Outwood WF1 3DX | 4out of 4 | 917 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrenthorpe Academy Imperial Avenue , Wrenthorpe WF2 0LW | 3out of 4 | 1,321 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Hill Community School Leeds Road , Newton Hill WF1 2HR | 3out of 4 | 1,459 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate Canal Lane , Lofthouse Gate WF3 3HU | 3out of 4 | 1,601 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Grange Academy Potovens Lane , Outwood WF1 2PF | 4out of 4 | 294 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rodillian Academy Longthorpe Lane , Lofthouse WF3 3PS | 3out of 4 | 2,583 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Fields Warmfield View , WF1 4SF | 4out of 4 | 3,605 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy 2 St Georges Road , Middleton LS10 4UZ | - not rated | 4,845 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royds Academy Pennington Lane , Oulton LS26 8EX | - not rated | 4,911 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakefield College Margaret Street , WF1 2DH | - not rated | 2,879 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| CAPA College Unity Hall , Westgate WF1 1EP | - not rated | 3,494 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinderfields Hospital PRU The Wrenthorpe Centre , Imperial Avenue WF2 0LW | 3out of 4 | 1,366 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cliffe Primary School 7 Wrenthorpe Lane , Wrenthorpe WF2 0QB | - not rated | 1,992 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowcroft School 24 Bar Lane , WF1 4AD | - not rated | 2,334 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Silcoates School Silcoates Lane , Wrenthorpe WF2 0PD | - not rated | 2,377 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar Junior School 158 Northgate , WF1 3QY | - not rated | 2,631 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe 509 | 509, 507-509 Leeds Road | 393 yd | |
| Bo Kitchen within Bo Fitness, 1 | 1, 1-1A Cobham Parade Leeds Road | 496 yd | |
| Wetherby Whaler | 546, 546-550 Leeds Road | 498 yd | |
| Morrisons Staff Canteen | Rathbone Kear Ltd, Stephenson Way | 546 yd | |
| Jack In A Box | 448 Leeds Road, Wakefield | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Working Mens Club | 62 Ledger Lane, Wakefield | 225 yd | |
| The St Leger | 547 Leeds Road, Wakefield | 461 yd | |
| The Deep Drop | 489A Leeds Road, Wakefield | 493 yd | |
| The Nightingale Public House | 73 Newton Lane, Outwood | 735 yd | |
| Woodman Inn | 689 Leeds Road, Wakefield | 747 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annie's Fish Shop | 515 Leeds Road, Wakefield | 393 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 13-14 Lancefield House Potovens Lane, Outwood | 397 yd | |
| Wai Bo | 11, 11-12 Lancefield House Potovens Lane | 397 yd | |
| Zavis | 440 Leeds Road, Wakefield | 470 yd | |
| My Sultan & Pizza King | 3-3A Cobham Parade Leeds Road, Outwood | 523 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 526 Leeds Road, Wakefield | 498 yd | |
| Cooperative Group Retail | 1 Broadmeadows, Wakefield | 1,032 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grange Park OUTWOOD GRANGE PARK OUTWOOD GRANGE PARK LEDGER LANE | grass pitches | 248 yd |
| Outwood Primary Academy Ledger Lane LEDGER LANE | grass pitches | 328 yd |
| Outwood Grange Academy POTOVENS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 371 yd |
| Tops Fitness And Rehabilitation LEEDS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 497 yd |
| Newton Hill Cricket Club NEWTON HILL CRICKET CLUB NEWTON HILL CRICKET CLUB LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| Rook’S Nest Academy ROOKS NEST ROAD | grass pitches | 807 yd |
| Lofthouse Gate WALLACE GARDENS | grass pitches | 856 yd |
| Coach Road Coach Road | grass pitches | 860 yd |
| Acre Farm (Closed) Ouchthorpe Lane | 992 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 51.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 148.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.