Stranglands Lane is in Knottingley and in Wakefield district. WF11 8RA 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 Stranglands Lane, Knottingley, WF11 8RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF11 8QZ, WF11 8TA, WF11 8QT, WF11 8TD, WF11 8TB, WF11 8QU, WF11 8QS, WF11 8QY, WF11 8PW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF11 8RA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 55.1% | 49.6% | -5.5% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 44.9% | 50.4% | 5.5% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 18.9% | 22.4% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 44.4% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 0.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 16.4% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 7.3% |
| Widowed | 16.3% | 15.4% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 9.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.9%) 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 | 29.1% | 28.8% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -19.6% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 38.1% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 21.7% | 22.1% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 9.4% |
| Bad health | 11% | 7.5% | -3.5% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 3.5% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 8RA this area, 38.2% 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 14.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.3% | 38.2% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 20.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 12.7% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 12.7% | -3.2% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 6.1% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 12.7% | 6.5% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.8% | 14.6% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -19.2% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.8% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 97.3% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 98.8% | 96.5% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 96.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.1% | 37.2% | -3.1% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stranglands Lane was 50.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.5% lower than the Knottingley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stranglands Lane has the 5th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Knottingley and the 316th lowest crime rate of 1,126 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 29.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Stranglands Lane, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £148,500 | 2006-12-15 | £232,880 |
| 1 Stranglands Lane, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £113,900 | 2004-04-16 | £224,791 |
| 3 Stranglands Lane, Knottingley, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £57,000 | 1998-07-17 | £234,732 |
WF11 8RA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WF11 8RA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harewood Centre Nursery School Harewood Avenue , WF8 2ER | 3out of 4 | 3,182 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knottingley Ferrybridge Roundhill Junior School Hampden Close , Ferrybridge WF11 8PT | - not rated | 340 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Knottingley Ferrybridge Roundhill Primary School Hampden Close , Ferrybridge WF11 8PT | - not rated | 344 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Green Academy Hampden Close , WF11 8PT | 3out of 4 | 377 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knottingley Ferrybridge Infant School Hampden Close , Ferrybridge WF11 8PT | - not rated | 488 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brotherton and Byram Community Primary Academy Low Street , Brotherton WF11 9HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,230 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airedale Academy Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | 2out of 4 | 2,698 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale High School Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | - not rated | 2,698 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Knottingley High School and Sports College Middle Lane , WF11 0BZ | - not rated | 2,736 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De Lacy Academy Middle Lane , WF11 0BZ | 4out of 4 | 2,736 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School Mill Hill Lane , WF8 4JF | 3out of 4 | 4,597 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 | 4,316 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Pontefract Park Lane , WF8 4QR | - not rated | 4,316 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balance Alternative Provision The White Building, Lock Hill , Ferrybridge WF11 8NE | - not rated | 650 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pontefract the Castle School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | - not rated | 2,790 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Pathways School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | - not rated | 2,893 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove Adolescent Services 170 Southgate , WF8 1QJ | - not rated | 3,180 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top School Kershaw Avenue , Airedale WF10 3ES | - not rated | 3,189 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harman On Site Services | TS Ferrybridge, Old Great North Road | 510 yd | |
| Kek's Kitchen | Golden Lion Hotel, The Square | 595 yd | |
| Adam's Bakery Cafe | 2 The Square, Ferrybridge | 595 yd | |
| Jasmine Thai & English Cafe | 15-15A High Street, Ferrybridge | 617 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Lion | Golden Lion Hotel, The Square | 595 yd | |
| Magnet Inn | Fishergate, Knottingley | 633 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrybridge Fisheries | 72 Pontefract Road, Ferrybridge | 297 yd | |
| High Street Fisheries | 21, 21-21A High Street | 617 yd | |
| Tung Shing | 16 High Street, Ferrybridge | 617 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ferrybridge Power Station Cricket Club POLLARDS FIELDS | grass pitches | 209 yd |
| Ferrybridge Recreation Ground CASTLEFORD LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 263 yd |
| Willow Green Academy HAMPDEN CLOSE | grass pitches | 372 yd |
| Ferrybridge Golf Club (Closed) Stranglands Lane | golf | 1,003 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 | 42.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 42.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 42.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 57.1% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.