Tanyard Fold is in Chapelthorpe, Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF4 3JW 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 Tanyard Fold, Chapelthorpe, Wakefield, WF4 3JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF4 3JN, WF4 3JF, WF4 3JE, WF4 3JJ, WF4 3JP, WF4 3JB, WF4 3JS, WF4 3JT, WF4 3GZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF4 3JW has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 48.7% | 47.7% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 51.3% | 52.3% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 WF4 3JW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% 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 | 20.7% | 21.8% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -16.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.2% | 57.1% | -1.1% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 9.6% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 8.4% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 40.3% | 42.5% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -5.9% |
| Good health | 41.4% | 37.9% | -3.5% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 16.6% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.4% | 17.9% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 10.7% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 8.8% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.5% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 14.9% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.6% | 40.1% | 12.5% | 33.8% | 6.3% |
| Other | 7.3% | 1.1% | -6.2% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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 | 3.4% | 1.7% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| White | 94.3% | 97% | 2.7% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95% 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% | 95% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.7% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90% | 76.7% | 13.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tanyard Fold was 55.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.7% lower than the Wakefield Rural average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Tanyard Fold has the 24th lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Wakefield Rural and the 369th lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Tanyard Fold, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2022-06-29 | £515,798 |
| 2 Tanyard Fold, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2019-09-13 | £500,816 |
| 2 Tanyard Fold, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £103,500 | 1997-11-07 | £420,161 |
WF4 3JW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WF4 3JW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crigglestone Nursery School High Street , Crigglestone WF4 3EB | 4out of 4 | 1,013 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle Nursery School 255A Barnsley Road , WF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 4,429 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crigglestone Dane Royd Junior and Infant School Stoney Lane , Hall Green WF4 3LZ | 4out of 4 | 772 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hendal Primary School Hendal Lane , Kettlethorpe WF2 7QW | 2out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy St James Way , Crigglestone WF4 3HY | 3out of 4 | 1,268 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crigglestone Mackie Hill Junior and Infant School Painthorpe Lane , Crigglestone WF4 3HW | 1out of 4 | 1,287 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandal Castle VA Community Primary School Barnsley Road , Sandal WF2 6AS | 3out of 4 | 3,422 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kettlethorpe High School Kettlethorpe Hall Drive , Standbridge Lane WF2 7EL | 3out of 4 | 2,002 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Academy Wakefield Road , Horbury WF4 5HE | 3out of 4 | 3,804 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Barnsley Road , Sandal WF2 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 4,015 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 2out of 4 | 4,174 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 496 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cliffe School Dovecote Lane , WF4 6BB | - not rated | 4,426 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Evolve Academy St. Georges Road , Lupset WF2 8BB | - not rated | 4,503 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denby Grange School Off Stocksmoor Rd , Midgley WF4 4JG | - not rated | 5,382 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St James Church | Church Lane, Chapelthorpe | 256 yd | |
| Camphill Wakefield | Wood Lane, Chapelthorpe | 302 yd | |
| UK Pizza and Kebab | 3 Painthorpe Lane, Hall Green | 306 yd | |
| Crigglestone Sports Club | Painthorpe Lane, Hall Green | 427 yd | |
| La Fortezza | 675 Barnsley Road, Newmillerdam | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Horse Public House | Stoney Lane, Chapelthorpe | 81 yd | |
| The Fox and Hounds | 672 Barnsley Road, Newmillerdam | 968 yd | |
| Crigglestone W M C and Institute Ltd | 19 High Street, Crigglestone | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuller Chinese Takeaway | 5 Painthorpe Lane, Hall Green | 427 yd | |
| JJ's Fisheries | 1 Painthorpe Lane, Hall Green | 427 yd | |
| Massimo | 11 Heeley Road, Wakefield | 491 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crigglestone Sports Club PAINTHORPE LANE | grass pitches | 524 yd |
| Hall Green United Jfc PAINTHORPE LANE | grass pitches | 524 yd |
| Painthorpe House Golf And Country Club (Closed) Painthorpe Lane | golf | 772 yd |
| Slack Lane 72A 72A SLACK LANE | grass pitches | 1,091 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| 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 | 25.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.