Springfield Avenue is in Knottingley and in Wakefield district. WF11 8BQ 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 Springfield Avenue, Knottingley, WF11 8BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF11 8AY, WF11 8BJ, WF11 8BL, WF11 8BG, WF11 8BH, WF11 8BU, WF11 8BE, WF11 8AU, WF11 8BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF11 8BQ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 49.3% | 48.2% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 50.7% | 51.8% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 | 31.7% | 36.4% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.7% | 43.5% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 8.8% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 7% | 7.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 37.3% | 44.4% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 30.5% | -5.7% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 19.3% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 3.6% | -3.1% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 8BQ this area, 30.3% 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 16.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.5% | 30.3% | -3.2% | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 12.2% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 14.3% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 11.8% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 6.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 12.6% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 16.8% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -17.0% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.1% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.2% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 95.6% 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% | 95.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 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 | 96.6% | 95.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Springfield Avenue was 162.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.6% lower than the Knottingley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Springfield Avenue has the 21st highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Knottingley and the 270th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.3%.

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.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Springfield Avenue, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-08-25 | £174,873 |
| 4 Springfield Avenue, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-01-13 | £183,535 |
| 36 Springfield Avenue, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2021-08-03 | £172,795 |
| 28 Springfield Avenue, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2020-02-21 | £192,754 |
| 32 Springfield Avenue, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-12-06 | £178,047 |
WF11 8BQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harewood Centre Nursery School Harewood Avenue , WF8 2ER | 3out of 4 | 4,774 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Botolphs CE Academy Primrose Vale , Wakefield WF11 9BT | 2out of 4 | 422 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| England Lane Academy England Lane , WF11 0JA | 3out of 4 | 639 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Vale Primary Academy Ferrybridge Road , WF11 8JF | 4out of 4 | 1,783 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Simpson's Lane Academy Sycamore Avenue , WF11 0PL | 3out of 4 | 1,892 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brotherton and Byram Community Primary Academy Low Street , Brotherton WF11 9HQ | 3out of 4 | 2,987 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 490 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Affordable Food Services Ltd | 110, 110-110A Weeland Road | 142 yd | |
| Racca Green Fisheries / Cafe | 24 Racca Green, Knottingley | 263 yd | |
| Church Cafe @ Knottingley Community Church | Elim Church, Tithe Barn Road | 435 yd | |
| Knottingley RUFC | The Clubhouse, Marsh Lane | 470 yd | |
| Lees Lunchbox | 3 England Lane, Knottingley | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundry Lane Club and Institute | Foundry Lane, Knottingley | 279 yd | |
| Winston Hotel | 23 Womersley Road, Knottingley | 334 yd | |
| Rockware Sports And Social Club | Stoelzle Flaconnage Limited, Weeland Road | 544 yd | |
| Knottingley Club | 29 Hill Top, Knottingley | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vessy's | Ground Floor, 51 Weeland Road | 173 yd | |
| Tasty Spot | 2 Racca Green, Knottingley | 263 yd | |
| Temptations | 8 Racca Green, Knottingley | 263 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 8 Racca Green, Knottingley | 263 yd | |
| Hong Kong Express | 25 Racca Green, Knottingley | 263 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys Local | Racca Green, Knottingley | 263 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Howards Field MARSH LANE | grass pitches | 530 yd |
| De Lacy Academy MIDDLE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 578 yd |
| Knottingley Town Cricket Club KNOTTINGLEY TOWN CRICKET CLUB KNOTTINGLEY TOWN CRICKET CLUB BANKS GARTH | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Knottingley Rockware Sport And Social Club (Closed) Weeland Road | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| Knottingley Sports Centre (Closed) Hill Top | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,057 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 | 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% |
| 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 | 78.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.