Ivy Lane is in Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF1 4AP is located in the Wakefield East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wakefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ivy Lane, Wakefield, WF1 4AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF1 4AR, WF1 4AS, WF1 4AQ, WF1 4AH, WF1 4AZ, WF1 4AT, WF1 4AY, WF1 4AJ, WF1 4AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF1 4AP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% 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 | 46.7% | 52.9% | 6.2% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 53.3% | 47.1% | -6.2% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WF1 4AP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.5% | 43.2% | 4.7% | 37.9% | 5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 34.9% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -9.3% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 11.4% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 8.7% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.4% | 38.4% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 30.5% | -4.6% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 21.2% | 22.9% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 10.2% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 6.5% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 4AP this area, 40.8% 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 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.7% | 40.8% | -4.9% | 18.2% | 22.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 12.7% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 12.3% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4.4% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.8% | 7.9% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -9.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.1% | 19.3% | 10.2% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 7.2% | 2.6% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.2% 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% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Pakistani | 5.4% | 13.2% | 7.8% | 2.7% | 10.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 91.5% | 78.2% | -13.3% | 81.4% | -3.2% |
In this area, 82.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.9% | 82.9% | -9.0% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 10% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 5.7% | 3.4% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.1% | 82.9% | -8.2% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 12.1% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 3.6% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.4% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.5% | 76.7% | -23.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Poland | 7.1% | 1.3% | 5.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 34% | 13.5% | 20.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 40.1% | 46.2% | -6.1% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 17.3% | 6.5% | 10.8% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ivy Lane was 172.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.8% lower than the Wakefield East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ivy Lane has the 10th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Wakefield East and the 238th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 88.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% 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 Ivy Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2024-08-09 | £70,579 |
| 10 Ivy Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £62,000 | 2016-02-04 | £87,112 |
| 20 Ivy Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2015-11-09 | £100,744 |
| 44 Ivy Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2014-03-05 | £379,827 |
| 28 Ivy Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2013-10-11 | £87,087 |
WF1 4AP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Castle Nursery School 255A Barnsley Road , WF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 3,022 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakefield Pinders Primary (JIN) School Eastmoor Road , WF1 3SQ | 3out of 4 | 366 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Austin's Catholic Primary School Duke of York Street , WF1 3PF | 3out of 4 | 530 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill Irwin Crescent , WF1 4QY | 2out of 4 | 587 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Greenhill Primary School Greenhill Road , Eastmoor WF1 4LU | 3out of 4 | 592 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield St Marys Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Charles Street , WF1 4PE | 3out of 4 | 1,243 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy City Fields Warmfield View , WF1 4SF | 4out of 4 | 793 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Grange Academy Potovens Lane , Outwood WF1 2PF | 4out of 4 | 2,829 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 2out of 4 | 3,332 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Barnsley Road , Sandal WF2 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 3,628 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rodillian Academy Longthorpe Lane , Lofthouse WF3 3PS | 3out of 4 | 4,947 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,498 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| CAPA College Unity Hall , Westgate WF1 1EP | - not rated | 1,592 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy Lane School Ivy Lane School , Ivy Lane WF1 4AZ | - not rated | 220 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowcroft School 24 Bar Lane , WF1 4AD | - not rated | 680 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School 154 Northgate , WF1 3QX | - not rated | 1,116 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar Junior School 158 Northgate , WF1 3QY | - not rated | 1,170 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Wakefield Girls' High School Wentworth Street , WF1 2QS | - not rated | 1,336 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Destiny Christian Church | Tuke Grove, Wakefield | 260 yd | |
| Cafe On The Moor | St Swithuns Community Centre, Arncliffe Road | 419 yd | |
| Mid Yorkshire Hospitals Staff Coffee Club | Pinderfields General Hospital, Aberford Road | 533 yd | |
| Mid Yorkshire Hospitals Staff Restaurant | Pinderfields General Hospital, Aberford Road | 533 yd | |
| Pinderfields Staff and Visitor Coffee Bar | Trust Headquarters And Medical Education Centre, Pinderfields General Hospital | 533 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butchers Arms | 79 Stanley Road, Wakefield | 550 yd | |
| Fox And Grapes | Stanley Road, Wakefield | 550 yd | |
| Eastmoor Arlfc | Woodhouse Road, Wakefield | 727 yd | |
| Wakefield Labour Club | 18 Vicarage Street South, Wakefield | 1,060 yd | |
| Rocking Horse | Barden Road, Wakefield | 1,064 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crumbs | 42 Eastmoor Road, Wakefield | 549 yd | |
| Eastmoor Fisheries & Pizzeria | 54 Windhill Road, Wakefield | 573 yd | |
| Pizza Joy | 89C, 89-89C Jacobs Well Lane | 641 yd | |
| Number One Sandwiches | 89B, 89-89C Jacobs Well Lane | 641 yd | |
| Siciliano | Stanley Street, Wakefield | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Stanley Road, Wakefield | 550 yd | |
| Poundland | Unit G15, Trinity Walk | 999 yd | |
| Biedronka | 39 Lower York Street, Wakefield | 1,067 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pinderfields General Hospital ABERFORD ROAD | 350 yd | |
| Stanley Royd Playing Fields EASTMOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 451 yd |
| Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill IRWIN CRESCENT | grass pitches | 495 yd |
| Outwood Academy City Fields WARMFIELD VIEW | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 689 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields Woodhouse Road | grass pitches | 705 yd |
| Wakefield Sports Club EASTMOOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts | 744 yd |
| North Avenue WICKET DRIVE | grass pitches | 898 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Playing Field COLLEGE GROVE VIEW | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 997 yd |
| Lightwaves Leisure And Community Centre LOWER YORK STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,039 yd |
| Sun Lane Swimming Pool (Closed) Sun Lane | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,065 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 | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| 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 | 62.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 165.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.