Silcoates Lane is in Wrenthorpe, Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF2 0NX 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Silcoates Lane, Wrenthorpe, Wakefield, WF2 0NX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF2 0PY, WF2 0QB, WF2 0QA, WF2 0UR, WF2 0PZ, WF2 0NT, WF2 0BZ, WF2 0UP, WF2 0FJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF2 0NX is primarily male, with 55.3% of the population 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 | 52.8% | 44.7% | -8.1% | 51.0% | -6.3% |
| Male | 47.2% | 55.3% | 8.1% | 49.0% | 6.3% |
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 0NX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.5% 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 | 19.7% | 24.3% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.8% | 59.5% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 15.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 6.8% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 7.7% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 (85.2%) 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 | 50.7% | 49.6% | -1.1% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 35.6% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 11% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.4% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 16.2% | 11.2% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 13.4% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 11.6% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 7.1% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 14.3% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.9% | 37.9% | 6.0% | 33.8% | 4.1% |
| Other | 5.2% | 4.5% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.4% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97.9% | 96.2% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.8% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 96.2% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Silcoates Lane was 105.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.2% higher than the Wrenthorpe and Outwood West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Silcoates Lane has the 7th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Wrenthorpe and Outwood West and the 445th highest crime rate of 1,125 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Silcoates Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2025-12-04 | £321,794 |
| 38 Silcoates Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2024-10-25 | £430,439 |
| 8 Silcoates Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-02-24 | £252,720 |
| 29 Silcoates Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2022-06-08 | £242,749 |
| 6 Silcoates Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-01-28 | £275,895 |
WF2 0NX 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenhill Nursery School Greenhill Road , Eastmoor WF1 4LU | - not rated | 3,221 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Ardsley Nursery School Bradford Road , East Ardsley WF3 2DN | - not rated | 3,862 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Croft House Nursery School New Street , WF5 8AG | - not rated | 4,161 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Nursery School Lake Lock Road , Stanley WF3 4HW | - not rated | 4,656 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle Nursery School 255A Barnsley Road , WF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 4,902 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley Wrenthorpe Jerry Clay Lane Junior and Infant School Jerry Clay Lane , Wrenthorpe WF2 0NP | - not rated | 353 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jerry Clay Academy Jerry Clay Lane , Wrenthorpe WF2 0NP | 4out of 4 | 353 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrenthorpe Junior School Wrenthorpe Road , Wrenthorpe WF2 0JS | - not rated | 580 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alverthorpe St Paul's CofE (VA) School 3-11yrs St Paul's Drive , Alverthorpe WF2 0BT | 3out of 4 | 721 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wrenthorpe Academy Imperial Avenue , Wrenthorpe WF2 0LW | 3out of 4 | 762 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,785 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Grange College of Technology Potovens Lane , Outwood WF1 2PF | - not rated | 1,840 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cathedral School Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | - not rated | 3,274 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cathedral Academy Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | - not rated | 3,274 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 4out of 4 | 3,426 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manygates Middle School Manygates Lane , Sandal WF2 7DQ | - not rated | 4,961 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heart of Yorkshire Education Group Margaret Street , WF1 2DH | - not rated | 2,051 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| CAPA College Mulberry Way , WF1 2QN | - not rated | 2,628 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Hill House School Wrenthorpe Lane , Wrenthorpe WF2 0QB | - not rated | 124 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cliffe Primary School 7 Wrenthorpe Lane , Wrenthorpe WF2 0QB | - not rated | 124 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Silcoates School Silcoates Lane , Wrenthorpe WF2 0PD | - not rated | 303 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinderfields Hospital PRU The Wrenthorpe Centre , Imperial Avenue WF2 0LW | 3out of 4 | 718 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinderfields Hospital School Wrenthorpe Centre , Imperial Avenue WF2 0LW | - not rated | 779 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | 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 | 848 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Pot Oil | Wrenthorpe Road, Wakefield | 330 yd | |
| New Wheel Inn | Wrenthorpe Road, Wakefield | 365 yd | |
| Wrenthorpe Sports And Social Club | 48 Wrenthorpe Road, Wakefield | 922 yd | |
| The New Albion | The New Albion Public House, Flanshaw Lane | 1,043 yd | |
| Wheel Inn | 282 Bradford Road, Wrenthorpe | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kowloon Wakefield Ltd | 221 Batley Road, Wakefield | 848 yd | |
| Royal Spice | 187 Bradford Road, Wakefield | 878 yd | |
| Ferrara Takeaway | 184-184C Batley Road, Wakefield | 904 yd | |
| Hong Kong Vegan | 281 Bradford Road, Wakefield | 912 yd | |
| Blue Marlin | 179A Batley Road, Wakefield | 929 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wrenthorpe Recreation Ground (Closed) Silcoates Lane | grass pitches | 179 yd |
| Silcoates School SILCOATES LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 304 yd |
| Jerry Clay Academy JERRY CLAY LANE | grass pitches | 355 yd |
| Wrenthorpe Park Wrenthorpe Road | grass pitches | 622 yd |
| Wrenthorpe Academy IMPERIAL AVENUE | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| Isobodies BATLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 893 yd |
| Wrenthorpe Cricket Club Bradford Road | grass pitches | 1,063 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 142 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.