Charlesworth Lane is in Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF2 9SB 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 Charlesworth Lane, Wakefield, WF2 9SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF2 9SH, WF2 8FH, WF2 8FG, WF2 8FF, WF2 9SF, WF1 1DX, WF2 8FD, WF2 8DT, WF2 9RY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF2 9SB has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 48.5% | 47.3% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 51.5% | 52.7% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WF2 9SB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.9% | 48% | 4.1% | 37.9% | 10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.3% | 37.4% | -0.9% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 3.6% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 5.5% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 4.3% | 0.2% | 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 | 46.4% | 46.1% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 38.4% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 11.9% | 1.4% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 2.3% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 9SB this area, 31.5% 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 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.2% | 31.5% | 8.3% | 18.2% | 13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 11.6% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 13.3% | 0.5% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 3.1% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 15% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 21.8% | 1.1% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 9.9% | 3.6% | -6.3% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 50.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 25.6% | 31.6% | 6.0% | 2.7% | 28.9% |
| Other Asian | 3.2% | 0.8% | -2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 5% | 7.9% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 5.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 62.4% | 50.6% | -11.8% | 81.4% | -30.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
In this area, 63.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.8% | 63.4% | -7.4% | 83.2% | -19.8% |
| European Union | 9% | 17% | 8.0% | 6.1% | 10.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 4.8% | 3.4% | -1.4% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14.9% | 15.3% | 0.4% | 5.6% | 9.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 70.4% | 63.2% | -7.2% | 83.2% | -20.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 18.1% | 16.2% | 9.8% | 8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.2% | 7.1% | -1.1% | 2.9% | 4.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.8% | 6.5% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 4.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.7% | 5.2% | -5.5% | 1.9% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.2% | 76.7% | -15.5% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 7% | 1.3% | 5.7% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 6.8% | 1.5% | 5.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.5% | 37.2% | -15.7% |
| Christian | 33.1% | 46.2% | -13.1% |
| Muslim | 38.9% | 6.5% | 32.4% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Charlesworth Lane was 415.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 159.3% higher than the Wakefield West average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Charlesworth Lane has the 4th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Wakefield West and the 45th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 153.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Charlesworth Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 1995-07-03 | £569,979 |
| 4 Charlesworth Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 1995-06-08 | £454,043 |
| 3 Charlesworth Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 1995-01-10 | £476,339 |
| Full-Time Employee | 139 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Looking after home or family | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Other | 22 |
| Unemployed | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 62 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Transport and storage | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Castle Nursery School 255A Barnsley Road , WF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 2,197 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crigglestone Nursery School High Street , Crigglestone WF4 3EB | 4out of 4 | 4,472 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakefield Lawefield Primary School Lawefield Lane , WF2 8ST | 3out of 4 | 229 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Methodist Voluntary Controlled Junior, Infant and Nursery School: With Communication Resource Field Lane , Thornes WF2 7RU | 3out of 4 | 1,202 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield St Marys Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Charles Street , WF1 4PE | 3out of 4 | 1,424 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School Belgravia Road , WF1 3JP | 3out of 4 | 1,475 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School Flanshaw Road , Flanshaw WF2 0AS | 3out of 4 | 1,478 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 2out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Fields Warmfield View , WF1 4SF | 4out of 4 | 2,522 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Barnsley Road , Sandal WF2 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,723 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Academy Wakefield Road , Horbury WF4 5HE | 3out of 4 | 3,587 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Grange Academy Potovens Lane , Outwood WF1 2PF | 4out of 4 | 3,634 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAPA College Unity Hall , Westgate WF1 1EP | - not rated | 515 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield College Margaret Street , WF1 2DH | - not rated | 991 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakefield Girls' High School Wentworth Street , WF1 2QS | - not rated | 1,054 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Wakefield Girls' High School Junior School 2 St John's Square , WF1 2QX | - not rated | 1,133 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School 154 Northgate , WF1 3QX | - not rated | 1,282 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar Junior School 158 Northgate , WF1 3QY | - not rated | 1,322 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ivy Lane School Ivy Lane School , Ivy Lane WF1 4AZ | - not rated | 2,217 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | Westgate Retail And Leisure Park Colinsway, Wakefield | 137 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Westgate Retail And Leisure Park Colinsway, Wakefield | 137 yd | |
| Nandos | Cineworld, Westgate Retail And Leisure Park Colinsway | 137 yd | |
| Mcdonalds Restaurant | Cathedral Retail Park Charlesworth Way, Wakefield | 190 yd | |
| Cafe Pausa | Dunelm, Cathedral Retail Park Charlesworth Way | 190 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mecca Bingo | Westgate Retail And Leisure Park Colinsway, Wakefield | 137 yd | |
| Venue 23 | Smyth Street, Wakefield | 350 yd | |
| The Swan | 156 Westgate, Wakefield | 358 yd | |
| The Wagon | 45 Westgate End, Wakefield | 396 yd | |
| The Polka Hop | 60 George Street, Wakefield | 397 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Westgate Retail And Leisure Park Colinsway, Wakefield | 137 yd | |
| Subway | Westgate Retail And Leisure Park Colinsway, Wakefield | 137 yd | |
| Italia Express & Kashmir Express | 160 Westgate, Wakefield | 358 yd | |
| Thai & Pie Cafe | 119 Westgate, Wakefield | 372 yd | |
| Cloud Lobby (above) | 49 Westgate End, Wakefield | 421 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 1b Westgate Retail And Leisure Park, Ings Road | 87 yd | |
| Continental Food Store | 125 Westgate, Wakefield | 388 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Ings Road, Wakefield | 417 yd | |
| Poundland | 70-72 Bishopgate Walk The Ridings Centre, Wakefield | 746 yd | |
| Morrisons | All Saints Walk The Ridings Centre, Wakefield | 796 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Xercise4Less (Wakefield) DENBY DALE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 282 yd |
| Thornes Park LAWEFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 519 yd |
| Gallery Health & Fitness Club (Closed) Market Street | health and fitness suite | 536 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Wakefield) (Closed) Unit 7 Unit 7 Burgage Square | health and fitness suite | 569 yd |
| Hmp Wakefield LOVE LANE | artificial grass pitch | 690 yd |
| Astar Muscle And Fitness THORNES LANE | health and fitness suite | 732 yd |
| Thornes Park Athletics Stadium THORNES PARK THORNES PARK HORBURY ROAD | athletics tracks, health and fitness suite | 745 yd |
| Sporting Bodies Gym (Closed) Waterfront House Waterfront House New Brunswick Street | health and fitness suite | 752 yd |
| The Gym (Wakefield) DEWSBURY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 796 yd |
| Wakefield College (Thornes Park Campus) (Closed) Thornes Park | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 801 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.