Sycamore Avenue is in Knottingley and in Wakefield district. WF11 0PJ 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 Sycamore Avenue, Knottingley, WF11 0PJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF11 0PX, WF11 0QH, WF11 0QG, WF11 0PY, WF11 0PU, WF11 0PL, WF11 0LH, WF11 0PR, WF11 0PQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF11 0PJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% 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 | 49.7% | 54.4% | 4.7% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 50.3% | 45.6% | -4.7% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 | 38.4% | 41.3% | 2.9% | 37.9% | 3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.8% | 33.4% | -0.4% | 44.2% | -10.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 10.9% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 11.4% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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 | 35.9% | 43.3% | 7.4% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 31.1% | -4.8% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 18.9% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 10.6% | 5.9% | -4.7% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 0PJ this area, 36.9% 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 14.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.2% | 36.9% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 18.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 9.8% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 16.3% | 3.2% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4.1% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 12.5% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.3% | 14.4% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -19.4% |
| Other | 7.3% | 6.2% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 3.4% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.5% | 96.1% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 89.7% | 90.8% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 6% | 8.4% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.4% | 90.4% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 1.6% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.9% | 76.7% | -15.8% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 4.1% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 30.5% | 13.5% | 17.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.9% | 37.2% | 12.7% |
| Christian | 38.7% | 46.2% | -7.5% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sycamore Avenue was 235.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.0% higher than the Knottingley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sycamore Avenue has the 9th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Knottingley and the 142nd highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 183.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Sycamore Avenue, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-09-22 | £134,181 |
| 79 Sycamore Avenue, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2022-04-08 | £119,650 |
| 57 Sycamore Avenue, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2014-06-27 | £113,930 |
| 53 Sycamore Avenue, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2012-10-30 | £77,025 |
| 42 Sycamore Avenue, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2007-10-19 | £120,909 |
WF11 0PJ 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 | 123 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harewood Centre Nursery School Harewood Avenue , WF8 2ER | 3out of 4 | 2,923 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 | 32 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Vale Primary Academy Ferrybridge Road , WF11 8JF | 4out of 4 | 878 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| England Lane Academy England Lane , WF11 0JA | 3out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Green Academy Hampden Close , Ferrybridge WF11 8PT | 3out of 4 | 1,624 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Botolphs CE Academy Primrose Vale , Wakefield WF11 9BT | 2out of 4 | 1,786 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 | 1,412 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carleton High School Green Lane , Carleton WF8 3NW | 3out of 4 | 4,228 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Academy Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | 3out of 4 | 4,308 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School Mill Hill Lane , WF8 4JF | 3out of 4 | 4,548 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 | 4,740 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 | 9 yd | |
| Sodexo | Ardagh Glass Limited, Headlands Lane | 588 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Moto Service Station, Great North Road | 730 yd | |
| Burger King | Moto Service Station, Great North Road | 730 yd | |
| The Hawthornes Tearooms and Guest House | Great North Road, Knottingley | 781 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Hotel | 88 Pontefract Road, Knottingley | 611 yd | |
| Ferrybridge Progressive Club | Pottery Lane, Knottingley | 1,051 yd | |
| The Turnpike | Knottingley | 1,093 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinewood Bakery | 11, 11-11A Pinewood Place | 90 yd | |
| Pizza Dome/Tandoori Mahal | 1, 1-1A Pinewood Place | 90 yd | |
| Hill Top Sandwich Bar | 4 Headlands Lane, Knottingley | 714 yd | |
| KFC | Moto Service Station, Great North Road | 730 yd | |
| Greggs | Moto Service Station, Great North Road | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marks And Spencer Simpley Foods, Moto Service Station | 718 yd | |
| Lidl | Hill Top, Knottingley | 902 yd | |
| Morrisons | Marine Villa Road, Knottingley | 1,001 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Formula Fitness UNIT 2 AND 3 UNIT 2 AND 3 GREAT NORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 686 yd |
| The Vale Primary Academy FERRYBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 828 yd |
| Hazel Road (Closed) Hazel Road | grass pitches | 881 yd |
| Kellingley Welfare Social Club MARINE VILLA ROAD | grass pitches | 1,052 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 | 46.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.8 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.