Snapethorpe Road is in Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF2 8PD is located in the Wakefield West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wakefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Snapethorpe Road, Wakefield, WF2 8PD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF2 8PB, WF2 8LX, WF2 8RS, WF2 8NT, WF2 8LT, WF2 8NU, WF2 8RR, WF2 8RP, WF2 8LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF2 8PD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.2% | 52.1% | -4.1% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 43.8% | 47.9% | 4.1% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 35.4% | 38.8% | 3.4% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 39.7% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -4.5% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 13.1% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 5.5% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.8% | 37.8% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -10.6% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 35.8% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 16.6% | 4.5% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 7.5% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 WF2 8PD this area, 33.5% 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 10.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.4% | 33.5% | -5.9% | 18.2% | 15.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 14.2% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 16.7% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.6% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 18% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.3% | 10.9% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -22.9% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.1% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 4.2% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.4% | 90.3% | -5.1% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 84.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.7% | 84.9% | -11.8% | 83.2% | 1.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 8% | 6.7% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 4.2% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 86.3% | -10.1% | 83.2% | 3.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.7% | 76.7% | -15.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 4.5% | 1.3% | 3.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 27.9% | 13.5% | 14.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Snapethorpe Road was 203.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.7% higher than the Wakefield North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Snapethorpe Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Wakefield North and the 167th highest crime rate of 1,125 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 108.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 67 Snapethorpe Road, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2017-11-10 | £120,560 |
| 65 Snapethorpe Road, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £13,200 | 2002-08-19 | £43,171 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croft House Nursery School New Street , WF5 8AG | - not rated | 3,145 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crigglestone Nursery School High Street , Crigglestone WF4 3EB | 4out of 4 | 3,703 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle Nursery School 255A Barnsley Road , WF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 3,726 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhill Nursery School Greenhill Road , Eastmoor WF1 4LU | - not rated | 3,783 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterton Junior and Infants School Waterton Road , Lupset WF2 8LZ | - not rated | 142 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Snapethorpe Primary School Broadway , WF2 8AA | 2out of 4 | 238 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Snapethorpe Infant School St George's Road , Lupset WF2 8AA | - not rated | 277 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Snapethorpe Junior School Broadway , Lupset WF2 8AA | - not rated | 277 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs Catholic Primary School Dewsbury Road , WF2 9DD | - not rated | 711 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cathedral School Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | - not rated | 1,375 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cathedral Academy Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | - not rated | 1,375 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 4out of 4 | 1,440 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Academy Wakefield Road , Horbury WF4 5HE | 3out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury School - A Specialist Language College Wakefield Road , Horbury WF4 5HE | - not rated | 1,636 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 3,489 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crigglestone Middle School Hall Green , WF4 3LB | - not rated | 5,129 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAPA College Mulberry Way , WF1 2QN | - not rated | 2,607 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heart of Yorkshire Education Group Margaret Street , WF1 2DH | - not rated | 2,698 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Priory Centre St. Georges Road , Lupset WF2 8BB | - not rated | 318 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Evolve Academy St. Georges Road , Lupset WF2 8BB | 3out of 4 | 405 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cathedral Middle School Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | - not rated | 1,375 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield the Park School Lawefield Lane , WF2 8SX | - not rated | 1,905 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hilda's School Dovecote Lane , Horbury WF4 6BB | - not rated | 1,958 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coffee Shop @ St Georges | Community Centre, St Georges Hall | 267 yd | |
| St George's Lunch Club | Community Centre, St Georges Hall | 267 yd | |
| Jubilee Hall | Townley Road, Wakefield | 332 yd | |
| The Lupset | 328 Horbury Road, Wakefield | 451 yd | |
| Rita's Sandwich Bar and Cafe | 279-281 Dewsbury Road, Wakefield | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Whinney Moor | 220 Horbury Road, Wakefield | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shenshah Tandoori & Munchi's | 9 Townley Road, Wakefield | 265 yd | |
| Snack Shack | 12 Townley Road, Wakefield | 290 yd | |
| The Cod Father | 117 Townley Road, Wakefield | 555 yd | |
| George-A-Green Fisheries | 89 George-A-Green Road, Wakefield | 759 yd | |
| Pizza Amore | 201B Horbury Road, Wakefield | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 319 Dewsbury Road, Wakefield | 716 yd | |
| Farmfoods | George-A-Green Court, Wakefield | 900 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St George'S Community Centre BROADWAY | 218 yd | |
| Snapethorpe Primary School BROADWAY | grass pitches | 236 yd |
| Empire Stores (Closed) Empire Buildings Empire Buildings Horbury Road | grass pitches | 894 yd |
| City Of Wakefield Golf Course HORBURY ROAD | golf | 1,009 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 | 48.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.