Larkspur Way is in Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF2 0FD is located in the Wrenthorpe and Outwood West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Morley and Outwood. This postcode has been in use since 1998-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Larkspur Way, Wakefield, WF2 0FD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF2 0BB, WF2 0FG, WF2 0FF, WF2 0FB, WF2 0BE, WF2 0BX, WF2 0FH, WF2 0BG, WF2 0AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF2 0FD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 48.3% | 49.2% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 51.7% | 50.8% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WF2 0FD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.2% | 32.9% | 8.7% | 37.9% | -5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 55.8% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 11.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 6.7% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.5% | 54.5% | -2.0% | 48.4% | 6.1% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 32.6% | 1.9% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 10.2% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.6% | 12.9% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 7% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 21.5% | 4.1% | 13.4% | 8.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7.8% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 19.9% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.4% | 28% | -2.4% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.8% | 97.3% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 96.7% | 95.9% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 96.1% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.2% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Larkspur Way was 50.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.7% lower than the Wakefield North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Larkspur Way has the 6th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Wakefield North and the 334th lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Larkspur Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2024-11-29 | £230,439 |
| 88 Larkspur Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2024-11-15 | £444,117 |
| 4 Larkspur Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £326,100 | 2024-07-03 | £335,614 |
| 50 Larkspur Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-07-31 | £269,483 |
| 20 Larkspur Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-05-23 | £297,809 |
WF2 0FD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 170 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Education | 22 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Castle Nursery School 255A Barnsley Road , WF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 4,389 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alverthorpe St Paul's CofE (VA) School 3-11yrs St Paul's Drive , Alverthorpe WF2 0BT | 2out of 4 | 208 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School Flanshaw Road , Flanshaw WF2 0AS | 3out of 4 | 728 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jerry Clay Academy Jerry Clay Lane , Wrenthorpe WF2 0NP | 4out of 4 | 1,126 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's CofE Academy Flanshaw Lane , WF2 9JA | 3out of 4 | 1,285 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrenthorpe Academy Imperial Avenue , Wrenthorpe WF2 0LW | 3out of 4 | 1,465 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Grange Academy Potovens Lane , Outwood WF1 2PF | 4out of 4 | 2,479 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 2out of 4 | 2,706 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Academy Wakefield Road , Horbury WF4 5HE | 3out of 4 | 3,753 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Fields Warmfield View , WF1 4SF | 4out of 4 | 3,859 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College Storrs Hill Road , WF5 0DG | 3out of 4 | 4,271 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakefield College Margaret Street , WF1 2DH | - not rated | 1,768 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| CAPA College Unity Hall , Westgate WF1 1EP | - not rated | 2,226 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silcoates School Silcoates Lane , Wrenthorpe WF2 0PD | - not rated | 527 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cliffe Primary School 7 Wrenthorpe Lane , Wrenthorpe WF2 0QB | - not rated | 912 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinderfields Hospital PRU The Wrenthorpe Centre , Imperial Avenue WF2 0LW | 3out of 4 | 1,419 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Girls' High School Junior School 2 St John's Square , WF1 2QX | - not rated | 1,685 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Girls' High School Wentworth Street , WF1 2QS | - not rated | 1,911 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Deli Spot | 219 Batley Road, Wakefield | 436 yd | |
| Olivers Sandwich Bar | Silcoates Street, Wakefield | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Albion | The New Albion Public House, Flanshaw Lane | 304 yd | |
| Alverthorpe Working Mens Club | 99-111 Flanshaw Lane, Wakefield | 693 yd | |
| Red Lion | 2 Batley Road, Wakefield | 761 yd | |
| The Eagle | 161 Flanshaw Lane, Wakefield | 864 yd | |
| Scarborough Arms | 173 Alverthorpe Road, Wakefield | 943 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrara Takeaway | 184-184C Batley Road, Wakefield | 211 yd | |
| Curry Pot/Pizzalino | 151A Batley Road, Wakefield | 218 yd | |
| Al Fresco | 11A Wellington Street, Wakefield | 242 yd | |
| Sun Bo | 151 Batley Road, Wakefield | 243 yd | |
| Blue Marlin | 179A Batley Road, Wakefield | 249 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 82 Batley Road, Wakefield | 344 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Isobodies BATLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 230 yd |
| Grasmere Road GRASMERE ROAD | grass pitches | 358 yd |
| Silcoates School SILCOATES LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 577 yd |
| Wrenthorpe Park Wrenthorpe Road | grass pitches | 847 yd |
| Wrenthorpe Recreation Ground (Closed) Silcoates Lane | grass pitches | 920 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 | 56.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.