Ashdene Crescent is in Crofton, Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF4 1PN is located in the Crofton, Ryhill and Walton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hemsworth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashdene Crescent, Crofton, Wakefield, WF4 1PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF4 1PL, WF4 1PJ, WF4 1SG, WF4 1PW, WF4 1PG, WF4 1HQ, WF4 1SQ, WF4 1SW, WF4 1LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF4 1PN has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 45.1% | 47.9% | 2.8% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 54.9% | 52.1% | -2.8% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 WF4 1PN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.6% 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% | 20.7% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -17.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.2% | 65.6% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 21.4% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 5.9% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 7% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 48.4% | 50.3% | 1.9% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 34.6% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 11.1% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.6% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 21.8% | 13.9% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 11.4% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 11.4% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8.8% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 19.8% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.4% | 32.2% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -1.6% |
| Other | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.3% | 96% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 97.3% | 97.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 97.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashdene Crescent was 29.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.0% lower than the Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ashdene Crescent has the 21st lowest crime rate of 144 local areas in Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton and the 166th lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Ashdene Crescent, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-09-04 | £251,894 |
| 4 Ashdene Crescent, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2023-08-10 | £181,683 |
| 28 Ashdene Crescent, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2021-11-19 | £256,312 |
| 24 Ashdene Crescent, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-07-29 | £239,401 |
| 42 Ashdene Crescent, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2021-05-14 | £277,212 |
WF4 1PN 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 WF4 1PN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Education | 25 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 3,988 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shay Lane Primary (J and I) School Shay Lane , Crofton WF4 1NN | 3out of 4 | 307 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crofton Junior School Slack Lane , Crofton WF4 1HJ | 3out of 4 | 442 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crofton Infant School High Street , Crofton WF4 1NG | 3out of 4 | 508 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharlston Community School Hammer Lane , Sharlston Common WF4 1DH | 3out of 4 | 2,002 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Primary Academy The Grove , Walton WF2 6LD | 3out of 4 | 2,670 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crofton Academy High Street , Crofton WF4 1NF | 2out of 4 | 331 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Barnsley Road , Sandal WF2 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 3,784 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Freeston Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | 2out of 4 | 4,534 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Fields Warmfield View , WF1 4SF | 4out of 4 | 4,847 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kettlethorpe High School Kettlethorpe Hall Drive , Standbridge Lane WF2 7EL | 3out of 4 | 5,092 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Springfield Centre Pontefract Road , Crofton WF4 1LL | 3out of 4 | 699 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield independent sch Nostell Centre , Doncaster Road WF4 1QG | - not rated | 3,297 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Wakefield Parish Rooms , Snydale Road WF6 1HY | - not rated | 4,877 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy Lane School Ivy Lane School , Ivy Lane WF1 4AZ | - not rated | 5,376 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Julie's Food Kitchen | 29 High Street, Crofton | 227 yd | |
| Betsy's Cake and Coffee | 1 Ashdene Approach, Crofton | 333 yd | |
| Lek's Thai Street Food | 575A Doncaster Road, Crofton | 707 yd | |
| Blakes Coffee & Co | Spring Green Nurseries, Pontefract Road | 747 yd | |
| Ali's Lounge | 437 Doncaster Road, Crofton | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crofton Working Mens Club | 42 Slack Lane, Crofton | 307 yd | |
| Cock And Crown | 570 Doncaster Road, Crofton | 583 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jenny's Plaice | 4 Slack Lane, Crofton | 307 yd | |
| New Panda Garden | 117 Ashdene Drive, Crofton | 311 yd | |
| Cappio's Pizzeria | 115 Ashdene Drive, Crofton | 311 yd | |
| Nilakash | 1 Pontefract Road, Crofton | 642 yd | |
| Crofton Fisheries | 7 Santingley Lane, Crofton | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 69 High Street, Crofton | 454 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crofton Academy HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 309 yd |
| Shay Lane Primary School Shay Lane | grass pitches | 417 yd |
| The Sidings THORNTREE AVENUE | grass pitches | 859 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 38 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 58.48 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 58.48 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10.68 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.