Glenfields Close is in Netherton, Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF4 4SW 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 Glenfields Close, Netherton, Wakefield, WF4 4SW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF4 4NG, WF4 4SL, WF4 4SN, WF4 4HW, WF4 4SP, WF4 4HJ, WF4 4LP, WF4 4LL, WF4 4NQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF4 4SW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 51% | 49.5% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 49% | 50.5% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 4SW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.6% 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 | 27.6% | 25.4% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.5% | 61.6% | -0.9% | 44.2% | 17.4% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 4.9% | 5.7% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 51.9% | 48.9% | -3.0% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 33.8% | -2.8% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 13.9% | 5.6% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 13.4% | 16.4% | 3.0% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 5.4% | -10.5% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 15.4% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 18.2% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 37.1% | 2.5% | 33.8% | 3.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.8% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 98.7% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 99.4% 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 | 96.5% | 99.4% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 96.5% | 99.4% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 76.7% | 15.7% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30% | 37.2% | -7.2% |
| Christian | 63.4% | 46.2% | 17.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glenfields Close was 21.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.4% lower than the Wakefield Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Glenfields Close has the 8th lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Wakefield Rural and the 103rd lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.4%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Glenfields Close, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-10-20 | £280,506 |
| 11 Glenfields Close, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-03-01 | £282,218 |
| 11 Glenfields Close, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2021-08-27 | £288,054 |
| 9 Glenfields Close, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2019-09-30 | £249,154 |
| 5 Glenfields Close, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2015-10-22 | £233,458 |
WF4 4SW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 4SW 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Education | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crigglestone Nursery School High Street , Crigglestone WF4 3EB | 4out of 4 | 4,163 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School Netherton Lane , Netherton WF4 4HQ | 3out of 4 | 698 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Middlestown Primary Academy Cross Road , Middlestown WF4 4QE | 3out of 4 | 1,371 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy Bridge Road , Horbury Bridge WF4 5PS | 3out of 4 | 1,814 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury St Peter's and Clifton CofE (VC) Primary School Shepstye Road , Horbury WF4 5BE | 3out of 4 | 2,487 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bretton Junior and Infant School Bretton Lane , West Bretton WF4 4LB | 3out of 4 | 2,982 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College Storrs Hill Road , WF5 0DG | 3out of 4 | 3,133 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Academy Wakefield Road , Horbury WF4 5HE | 3out of 4 | 3,237 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy Valley Drive , WF12 0HE | 2out of 4 | 3,275 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denby Grange School Off Stocksmoor Rd , Midgley WF4 4JG | - not rated | 1,482 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cliffe School Dovecote Lane , WF4 6BB | - not rated | 2,891 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Evolve Academy St. Georges Road , Lupset WF2 8BB | - not rated | 4,423 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School 2 Milner Way , Ossett WF5 9JE | - not rated | 4,911 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Paradise Primary School 1 Bretton Street , WF12 9BB | - not rated | 5,130 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Engine House | Coxley Mill, Coxley Lane | 920 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Inn | 211 Netherton Lane, Netherton | 139 yd | |
| Netherton Working Mens Club | Netherton Lane, Netherton | 599 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Netherton Working Mens Club NETHERTON LANE | grass pitches | 581 yd |
| Netherton Cricket Club Balk Lane | grass pitches | 954 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 | 58.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.