Moorland Drive is in Hall Green, Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF4 3LP 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 Moorland Drive, Hall Green, Wakefield, WF4 3LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF4 3LR, WF4 3LU, WF4 3LW, WF4 3LS, WF4 3LE, WF4 3LZ, WF4 3LF, WF4 3LG, WF4 3NH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF4 3LP has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.8% of the population 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 | 55.8% | 56.8% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 5.8% |
| Male | 44.2% | 43.2% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -5.8% |
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 WF4 3LP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.1% 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 | 33.8% | 47.1% | 13.3% | 37.9% | 9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41% | 28.8% | -12.2% | 44.2% | -15.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 12.5% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 42% | 45.3% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 36.1% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 12.5% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 5.1% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
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 13.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.4% | 27.5% | -19.9% | 18.2% | 9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 15.2% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 19% | 7.0% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 6.2% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 17.1% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 13.3% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -20.5% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.9% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.2% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 6% | 1.7% | -4.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| White | 88% | 92.2% | 4.2% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 91.5% | 92.2% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 5.7% | 4.4% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 5.4% | 1.7% | -3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 92.2% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.8% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.4% | 0% | -5.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.2% | 76.7% | -8.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 26% | 13.5% | 12.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61% | 37.2% | 23.8% |
| Christian | 34.2% | 46.2% | -12.0% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moorland Drive was 100.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.8% higher than the Wakefield Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Moorland Drive has the 18th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Wakefield Rural and the 485th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 34.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Moorland Drive, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2009-06-16 | £118,169 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crigglestone Nursery School High Street , Crigglestone WF4 3EB | 4out of 4 | 1,476 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle Nursery School 255A Barnsley Road , WF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 5,132 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 | 161 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crigglestone Mackie Hill Junior and Infant School Painthorpe Lane , Crigglestone WF4 3HW | 1out of 4 | 1,235 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crigglestone St James CofE Primary Academy St James Way , Crigglestone WF4 3HY | 3out of 4 | 1,753 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hendal Primary School Hendal Lane , Kettlethorpe WF2 7QW | 2out of 4 | 1,839 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bretton Junior and Infant School Bretton Lane , West Bretton WF4 4LB | 3out of 4 | 3,378 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 2,706 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Academy Wakefield Road , Horbury WF4 5HE | 3out of 4 | 4,062 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Barnsley Road , Sandal WF2 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 4,722 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 2out of 4 | 4,754 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 | 995 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cliffe School Dovecote Lane , WF4 6BB | - not rated | 4,603 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Evolve Academy St. Georges Road , Lupset WF2 8BB | - not rated | 4,902 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denby Grange School Off Stocksmoor Rd , Midgley WF4 4JG | - not rated | 4,939 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove School 194 New Road , Staincross S75 6PP | - not rated | 5,108 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK Pizza and Kebab | 3 Painthorpe Lane, Hall Green | 413 yd | |
| Crigglestone Sports Club | Painthorpe Lane, Hall Green | 450 yd | |
| Camphill Wakefield | Wood Lane, Chapelthorpe | 889 yd | |
| St James Church | Church Lane, Chapelthorpe | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Horse Public House | Stoney Lane, Chapelthorpe | 712 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuller Chinese Takeaway | 5 Painthorpe Lane, Hall Green | 450 yd | |
| JJ's Fisheries | 1 Painthorpe Lane, Hall Green | 450 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crigglestone Sports Club PAINTHORPE LANE | grass pitches | 535 yd |
| Hall Green United Jfc PAINTHORPE LANE | grass pitches | 535 yd |
| Painthorpe House Golf And Country Club (Closed) Painthorpe Lane | golf | 834 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 | 62.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.