Hammond Road is in Knottingley and in Wakefield district. WF11 0HJ is located in the Knottingley 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 Hammond Road, Knottingley, WF11 0HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF11 0HL, WF11 0HF, WF11 0HE, WF11 0HS, WF11 0ET, WF11 0EU, WF11 0HN, WF11 0HG, WF11 0PS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF11 0HJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 47.8% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 46.6% | 52.2% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 | 26.8% | 40% | 13.2% | 37.9% | 2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.9% | 24.3% | -3.6% | 44.2% | -19.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 6.8% | 5.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 3.2% |
| Divorced | 20.5% | 20.5% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 11.4% |
| Widowed | 17.9% | 8.6% | -9.3% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 (66.2%) 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 | 23.3% | 27.5% | 4.2% | 48.4% | -20.9% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 38.7% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 21.4% | 21.6% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 8.9% |
| Bad health | 15% | 9.3% | -5.7% | 4.0% | 5.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 WF11 0HJ 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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 52.6% | 40.8% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 22.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 9.2% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 16.3% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3.7% | 10.9% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.3% | 19% | 12.7% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 7.9% | 0% | -7.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.1% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 96.6% | 93.6% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 4.9% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 93.6% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.8% | 76.7% | -15.9% |
| Poland | 4.4% | 1.3% | 3.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 33.3% | 13.5% | 19.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hammond Road was 117.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.4% lower than the Knottingley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hammond Road has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Knottingley and the 401st highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Hammond Road, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £94,995 | 2019-07-24 | £131,305 |
| 4 Hammond Road, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2019-05-03 | £81,153 |
| 6 Hammond Road, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £86,500 | 2015-12-03 | £136,042 |
| 4 Hammond Road, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2014-10-17 | £135,974 |
| 4 Hammond Road, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2007-10-04 | £179,208 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harewood Centre Nursery School Harewood Avenue , WF8 2ER | 3out of 4 | 2,991 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simpson's Lane Academy Sycamore Avenue , WF11 0PL | 3out of 4 | 363 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Vale Primary Academy Ferrybridge Road , WF11 8JF | 4out of 4 | 547 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Green Academy Hampden Close , Ferrybridge WF11 8PT | 3out of 4 | 1,283 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| England Lane Academy England Lane , WF11 0JA | 3out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Botolphs CE Academy Primrose Vale , Wakefield WF11 9BT | 2out of 4 | 1,773 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Lacy Academy Middle Lane , WF11 0BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,533 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Academy Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | 3out of 4 | 4,000 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carleton High School Green Lane , Carleton WF8 3NW | 3out of 4 | 4,410 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School Mill Hill Lane , WF8 4JF | 3out of 4 | 4,603 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New College Pontefract Park Lane , WF8 4QR | - not rated | 4,695 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Community Cafe | The Old Quarry Adventure Playground, Sycamore Avenue | 381 yd | |
| The Hawthornes Tearooms and Guest House | Great North Road, Knottingley | 516 yd | |
| Hill Top Cafe & Deli | 14 The Arcade Hill Top, Knottingley | 564 yd | |
| The Dishy Fish | 3 The Arcade Hill Top, Knottingley | 591 yd | |
| Red Relish | 10, 10-10A The Arcade Hill Top | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Hotel | 88 Pontefract Road, Knottingley | 267 yd | |
| Ferrybridge Progressive Club | Pottery Lane, Knottingley | 679 yd | |
| The Turnpike | Knottingley | 930 yd | |
| Knottingley Club | 29 Hill Top, Knottingley | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinewood Bakery | 11, 11-11A Pinewood Place | 336 yd | |
| Pizza Dome/Tandoori Mahal | 1, 1-1A Pinewood Place | 336 yd | |
| Hill Top Sandwich Bar | 4 Headlands Lane, Knottingley | 514 yd | |
| Khans Pizza Shakes Ltd | 13 The Arcade Hill Top, Knottingley | 591 yd | |
| Dario's | 12 The Arcade Hill Top, Knottingley | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Hill Top, Knottingley | 751 yd | |
| Morrisons | Marine Villa Road, Knottingley | 914 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marks And Spencer Simpley Foods, Moto Service Station | 959 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Vale Primary Academy FERRYBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 462 yd |
| Formula Fitness UNIT 2 AND 3 UNIT 2 AND 3 GREAT NORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 494 yd |
| Kellingley Welfare Social Club MARINE VILLA ROAD | grass pitches | 942 yd |
| Knottingley Sports Centre (Closed) Hill Top | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,045 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.