Hollin Lane is in Crigglestone, Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF4 3EG is located in the Wakefield Rural electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wakefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hollin Lane, Crigglestone, Wakefield, WF4 3EG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF4 3HS, WF4 3AW, WF4 3EF, WF4 3EA, WF4 3ED, WF4 3PX, WF4 3GF, WF4 3PL, WF4 3PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF4 3EG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 50.5% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47% | 49.5% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 25.1% | 30% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.9% | 50.9% | -5.0% | 44.2% | 6.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 12.5% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 7% | 4.7% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 43.9% | 47.5% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 36.9% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 13.5% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 1.6% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 23.4% | 16.3% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 10.3% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 16.6% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7.5% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 17.2% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.8% | 28.4% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -5.4% |
| Other | 4% | 3.8% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.4% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 97.7% | 97.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 97.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.5% | 37.2% | 6.3% |
| Christian | 50.7% | 46.2% | 4.5% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hollin Lane was 60.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.0% lower than the Wakefield Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hollin Lane has the 27th lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Wakefield Rural and the 400th lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.6 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 similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 128 Hollin Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2025-07-31 | £504,454 |
| 126 Hollin Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-03-25 | £255,615 |
| 152 Hollin Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-06-27 | £139,399 |
| 156 Hollin Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-06-27 | £134,038 |
| 124 Hollin Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-02-22 | £403,106 |
WF4 3EG 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 | 116 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Other | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crigglestone Nursery School High Street , Crigglestone WF4 3EB | 4out of 4 | 625 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle Nursery School 255A Barnsley Road , WF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 4,432 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crigglestone Mackie Hill Junior and Infant School Painthorpe Lane , Crigglestone WF4 3HW | 1out of 4 | 521 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy St James Way , Crigglestone WF4 3HY | 3out of 4 | 702 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crigglestone Dane Royd Junior and Infant School Stoney Lane , Hall Green WF4 3LZ | 4out of 4 | 1,721 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hendal Primary School Hendal Lane , Kettlethorpe WF2 7QW | 2out of 4 | 1,739 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Primary Academy Northfield Lane , Horbury WF4 5DW | 3out of 4 | 2,242 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horbury Academy Wakefield Road , Horbury WF4 5HE | 3out of 4 | 2,502 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kettlethorpe High School Kettlethorpe Hall Drive , Standbridge Lane WF2 7EL | 3out of 4 | 2,506 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 2out of 4 | 3,469 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Barnsley Road , Sandal WF2 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 4,182 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College Storrs Hill Road , WF5 0DG | 3out of 4 | 4,597 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 5,197 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennine Camphill Community Wood Lane , Chapelthorpe WF4 3JL | - not rated | 1,838 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cliffe School Dovecote Lane , WF4 6BB | - not rated | 3,076 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Evolve Academy St. Georges Road , Lupset WF2 8BB | - not rated | 3,368 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denby Grange School Off Stocksmoor Rd , Midgley WF4 4JG | - not rated | 4,492 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pit Stop Cafe | Crigglestone Ind Est High Street, Crigglestone | 336 yd | |
| Kwai Hong | 527 Denby Dale Road West, Calder Grove | 741 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crigglestone W M C and Institute Ltd | 19 High Street, Crigglestone | 474 yd | |
| Crigglestone All Blacks Arlfc | South View, Crigglestone | 667 yd | |
| Stanley Sports And Social Club | Lee Moor Road, Stanley | 907 yd | |
| New Inn Public House | 419 Denby Dale Road East, Durkar | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Cottage | 96 High Street, Crigglestone | 257 yd | |
| Kitchen Kingz | 198 Painthorpe Lane, Crigglestone | 538 yd | |
| Kingfisher | 597 Denby Dale Road, Calder Grove | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | 101 High Street, Crigglestone | 124 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Painthorpe House Golf And Country Club (Closed) Painthorpe Lane | golf | 730 yd |
| Cedar Court Health Club (Wakefield) DENBY DALE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 804 yd |
| Crigglestone Sports Club PAINTHORPE LANE | grass pitches | 1,051 yd |
| Hall Green United Jfc PAINTHORPE LANE | grass pitches | 1,051 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 | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| 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 | 75.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 144.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.