Woodland Avenue is in Kirkthorpe, Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF1 5TD is located in the Normanton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Woodland Avenue, Kirkthorpe, Wakefield, WF1 5TD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF1 5TE, WF1 5TA, WF1 5TG, WF1 5TF, WF1 5TQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF1 5TD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48% | 49% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 24.9% | 28.7% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 50.9% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 6.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 10% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 15.2% | 7% | -8.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 (66.8%) 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 | 24.2% | 36.7% | 12.5% | 48.4% | -11.7% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 30.1% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 22.1% | 20.5% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 14.3% | 8.9% | -5.4% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
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 5TD this area, 29.6% 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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.2% | 29.6% | -15.6% | 18.2% | 11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 10.6% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 15% | 3.0% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 7.5% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.5% | 14.6% | 8.1% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 19.5% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 98.4% | 93.8% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
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 | 96.3% | 93.8% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 2% | 3.5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 93.8% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 21.3% | 13.5% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.8% | 37.2% | -3.4% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodland Avenue was 152.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.1% higher than the Normanton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Woodland Avenue has the 12th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Normanton and the 291st highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Woodland Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2024-04-22 | £157,816 |
| 8 Woodland Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2022-12-16 | £148,687 |
| 9 Woodland Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2022-02-18 | £162,429 |
| 8 Woodland Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2019-02-27 | £134,155 |
| 6 Woodland Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2018-10-19 | £156,262 |
WF1 5TD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WF1 5TD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 3,363 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Primary Academy Park Hill Irwin Crescent , WF1 4QY | 2out of 4 | 2,140 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlands Primary School Wakefield Road , WF6 1BB | 2out of 4 | 2,288 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Greenhill Primary School Greenhill Road , Eastmoor WF1 4LU | 3out of 4 | 2,614 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 | 2,654 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lee Brigg Infant and Nursery School Lee Brigg , Altofts WF6 2LN | 4out of 4 | 2,701 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,820 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Freeston Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | 2out of 4 | 3,036 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Barnsley Road , Sandal WF2 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 3,731 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crofton Academy High Street , Crofton WF4 1NF | 2out of 4 | 3,849 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 2out of 4 | 5,018 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAPA College Unity Hall , Westgate WF1 1EP | - not rated | 3,696 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield College Margaret Street , WF1 2DH | - not rated | 3,929 yd | Further education | 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 | 2,386 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowcroft School 24 Bar Lane , WF1 4AD | - not rated | 2,937 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Springfield Centre Pontefract Road , Crofton WF4 1LL | 3out of 4 | 2,974 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Wakefield Parish Rooms , Snydale Road WF6 1HY | - not rated | 3,093 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School 154 Northgate , WF1 3QX | - not rated | 3,619 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kirkthorpe Recreation Ground Kirkthorpe Lane | grass pitches | 362 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 | 35.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 35.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 35.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 35.0% |
| 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 | 65.0% |
| Median download speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 167.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.