Overview of WF11 8BJ

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Springfields is in Knottingley and in Wakefield district. WF11 8BJ 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 Springfields, Knottingley, WF11 8BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: WF11 8BH, WF11 8BQ, WF11 8BL, WF11 0DT, WF11 8AY, WF11 8BG, WF11 8BU, WF11 0DR, WF11 0DF.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF11 8BJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.9% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female51.9%53.9%2.0% 51.0% 2.9%
Male48.1%46.1%-2.0% 49.0% -2.9%

Partnership Status

Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single34%38.3%4.3% 37.9% 0.4%
Married: Opposite sex43.8%44.7%0.9% 44.2% 0.5%
Separated1.3%2.4%1.1% 2.2% 0.2%
Divorced13.6%6.8%-6.8% 9.1% -2.3%
Widowed7.2%7.8%0.6% 6.1% 1.7%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health36.6%37.5%0.9% 48.4% -10.9%
Good health33.4%39.1%5.7% 33.6% 5.5%
Fair health17.1%16%-1.1% 12.7% 3.3%
Bad health11.5%6.3%-5.2% 4.0% 2.3%
Very bad health1.4%1.2%-0.2% 1.2% 0.0%

Education and Qualifications

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 8BJ this area, 37.4% 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 16.3%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications44.3%37.4%-6.9% 18.2% 19.2%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 14.5%11.8%-2.7% 9.6% 2.2%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels15.7%13.3%-2.4% 13.4% -0.1%
Apprenticeship3.4%5.9%2.5% 5.3% 0.6%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels8.1%13.8%5.7% 16.9% -3.1%
Degree or Similar8.1%16.3%8.2% 33.8% -17.5%
Other6%1.5%-4.5% 2.8% -1.3%

Culture

Ethnic Group

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Indian0%1.9%1.9% 3.1% -1.2%
Pakistani1.4%0%-1.4% 2.7% -2.7%
Other Black0.3%0%-0.3% 0.5% -0.5%
Mixed White and Asian0%1.2%1.2% 0.8% 0.4%
Mixed Other0.3%0.4%0.1% 0.8% -0.4%
White97.6%96.1%-1.5% 81.4% 14.7%
Other0.3%0.4%0.1% 1.6% -1.2%

Country of Birth

In this area, 96.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom97.9%96.9%-1.0% 83.2% 13.7%
European Union0.3%1.2%0.9% 6.1% -4.9%
Africa0.7%0%-0.7% 2.7% -2.7%
Middle East and Asia0.7%2%1.3% 5.6% -3.6%
British Overseas0.3%0%-0.3% 0.0% 0.0%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK97.9%96.9%-1.0% 83.2% 13.7%
10+ Years0%2.3%2.3% 9.8% -7.5%
5-10 Years1%0.8%-0.2% 2.9% -2.1%
2-5 Years0.3%0%-0.3% 2.2% -2.2%
Less than 2 years0.7%0%-0.7% 1.9% -1.9%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom74.6% 76.7% -2.1%
France0.4% 0.3% 0.1%
Poland0.8% 1.3% -0.5%
No passport held24.2% 13.5% 10.7%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion41% 37.2% 3.8%
Christian53.1% 46.2% 6.9%
Muslim0.8% 6.5% -5.7%
Not answered5.1% 6.0% -0.9%

Safety

Is Springfields Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Springfields was 75.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.6% lower than the Knottingley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.

Springfields has the 10th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Knottingley and the 499th lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.1%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£33,000
Income Rank
1/10

Household Income in WF11 8BJ, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Springfields are based on 62 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Wakefield.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Springfields, Knottingley, WF11 8BJ

Estimated Average Property Prices for WF11 8BJ

Average Price
£139,300
Semi-Detached
£131,070
Terraced
£147,530
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Springfields

Average Price
£152,625
Semi-Detached
£155,046
Terraced
£144,325
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on SpringfieldsStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
68 Springfields, Knottingley, West Yorkshire
Terraced, an established residential building
£110,0002023-02-17 £113,652
76 Springfields, Knottingley, West Yorkshire
Terraced, an established residential building
£150,0002021-12-22 £172,123
88 Springfields, Knottingley, West Yorkshire
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£112,5002019-05-03 £157,590
92 Springfields, Knottingley, West Yorkshire
Terraced, an established residential building
£110,0002018-09-14 £154,966
68 Springfields, Knottingley, West Yorkshire
Terraced, an established residential building
£100,0002017-11-01 £144,852
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for WF11 8BJ

Employment

WF11 8BJ 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee78
Retired50
Part-Time Employee29
Looking after home or family10
Self-Employed9
Student (economically inactive)9
Long-Term Sick or disabled8
Other7
Unemployed4
Full-Time Student (with or without job)1

Employment Industry

Manufacturing33
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles24
Human health and social work activities20
Accommodation and food service activities13
Construction9
Transport and storage6
Administrative and support service activities5
Education5
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security3
Professional, scientific and technical activities3
Information and communication3
Agriculture, forestry and fishing2
Other1
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Harewood Centre Nursery School
Harewood Avenue , WF8 2ER
3out of 4 4,784 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Botolphs CE Academy
Primrose Vale , Wakefield WF11 9BT
2out of 4 530 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
England Lane Academy
England Lane , WF11 0JA
3out of 4 645 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
The Vale Primary Academy
Ferrybridge Road , WF11 8JF
4out of 4 1,853 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Simpson's Lane Academy
Sycamore Avenue , WF11 0PL
3out of 4 1,918 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Brotherton and Byram Community Primary Academy
Low Street , Brotherton WF11 9HQ
3out of 4 3,089 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
De Lacy Academy
Middle Lane , WF11 0BZ
3out of 4 492 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Great Affordable Food Services Ltd110, 110-110A Weeland Road238 yd
Racca Green Fisheries / Cafe24 Racca Green, Knottingley365 yd
Church Cafe @ Knottingley Community ChurchElim Church, Tithe Barn Road543 yd
Knottingley RUFCThe Clubhouse, Marsh Lane556 yd
Lees Lunchbox3 England Lane, Knottingley691 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Winston Hotel23 Womersley Road, Knottingley300 yd
Foundry Lane Club and InstituteFoundry Lane, Knottingley388 yd
Rockware Sports And Social ClubStoelzle Flaconnage Limited, Weeland Road615 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Vessy'sGround Floor, 51 Weeland Road280 yd
Taste of China43 Womersley Road, Knottingley300 yd
Tasty Spot2 Racca Green, Knottingley365 yd
Temptations8 Racca Green, Knottingley365 yd
Pizza Time8 Racca Green, Knottingley365 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Sainsburys LocalRacca Green, Knottingley365 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
De Lacy Academy
MIDDLE LANE
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite593 yd
Howards Field
MARSH LANE
grass pitches616 yd
Knottingley Town Cricket Club
KNOTTINGLEY TOWN CRICKET CLUB KNOTTINGLEY TOWN CRICKET CLUB BANKS GARTH
grass pitches883 yd
Knottingley Rockware Sport And Social Club (Closed)
Weeland Road
grass pitches896 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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 0.0%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 0.0%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 0.0%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed55.7 Mbit/s
Average download speed53.5 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed73.51 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed73.51 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed14.7 Mbit/s
Average upload speed13.6 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed20 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.