Southfield Lane is in Horbury, Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF4 5AP is located in the Horbury and South Ossett electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wakefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southfield Lane, Horbury, Wakefield, WF4 5AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF4 5AY, WF4 5AW, WF4 5LA, WF4 5EX, WF4 5DQ, WF4 5DG, WF4 5AZ, WF4 5AN, WF4 5DR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF4 5AP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.8% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.2% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WF4 5AP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.8% 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 | 25.2% | 22.1% | -3.1% | 37.9% | -15.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.6% | 57.8% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 13.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 4.9% | 10.4% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 7.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 38.3% | 37.6% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 40.5% | 6.1% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 21.3% | 15.1% | -6.2% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 4.3% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 26.8% | 22.5% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 8% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 12% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.1% | 11.6% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 13.3% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 28.5% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 2% | 4% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 100% | 97.1% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 98.2% | 95.3% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 95.3% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.2% | 37.2% | -3.0% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southfield Lane was 57.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.3% lower than the Horbury and South Ossett average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Southfield Lane has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Horbury and South Ossett and the 382nd lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 Southfield Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2024-11-08 | £173,928 |
| 76 Southfield Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £131,500 | 2022-09-27 | £141,300 |
| 106 Southfield Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £113,500 | 2022-07-15 | £123,085 |
| 110 Southfield Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-04-01 | £166,458 |
| 82 Southfield Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £141,000 | 2021-03-22 | £175,293 |
WF4 5AP 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 5AP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,643 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle Nursery School 255A Barnsley Road , WF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 4,940 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horbury Primary Academy Northfield Lane , Horbury WF4 5DW | 3out of 4 | 412 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 | 483 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy Bridge Road , Horbury Bridge WF4 5PS | 3out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Snapethorpe Primary School St George's Road , Lupset WF2 8AA | 4out of 4 | 1,998 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sitlington Netherton Junior and Infant School Netherton Lane , Netherton WF4 4HQ | 3out of 4 | 2,004 yd | Community school | 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 | 605 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College Storrs Hill Road , WF5 0DG | 3out of 4 | 2,402 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 2out of 4 | 2,998 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kettlethorpe High School Kettlethorpe Hall Drive , Standbridge Lane WF2 7EL | 3out of 4 | 4,047 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy Valley Drive , WF12 0HE | 2out of 4 | 4,783 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 | 4,648 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield College Margaret Street , WF1 2DH | - not rated | 4,869 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall Cliffe School Dovecote Lane , WF4 6BB | - not rated | 863 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Evolve Academy St. Georges Road , Lupset WF2 8BB | - not rated | 1,844 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School 2 Milner Way , Ossett WF5 9JE | - not rated | 3,625 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennine Camphill Community Wood Lane , Chapelthorpe WF4 3JL | - not rated | 4,022 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denby Grange School Off Stocksmoor Rd , Midgley WF4 4JG | - not rated | 4,098 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ego Restaurant | The Bulls Head, Southfield Lane | 253 yd | |
| Cluntergate Centre | Cluntergate, Horbury | 318 yd | |
| Caffe Capri | 8 Cluntergate, Horbury | 355 yd | |
| Church Of England St Mary's Parish | St Marys Parish Centre, Millfield Road | 360 yd | |
| Shan's Restaurant | 11 High Street, Horbury | 439 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherds Arms, Nostalgic Kitchens | Cluntergate, Horbury | 318 yd | |
| Horbury Working Members Club | Hallcroft House, Cluntergate | 334 yd | |
| Cricketers Arms | 22 Cluntergate, Horbury | 355 yd | |
| Horbury Conservative Club | 4 Twitch Hill, Horbury | 479 yd | |
| Boons | 6 Queen Street, Horbury | 502 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Pranzo | 6 Cluntergate, Horbury | 355 yd | |
| Delicious Sandwich Bar | Northfield Lane, Horbury | 371 yd | |
| Pizza Italia | 19A High Street, Horbury | 439 yd | |
| Horbury Fisheries | 20 Queen Street, Horbury | 558 yd | |
| Spice King | 22 Queen Street, Horbury | 558 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | Co-Op Store, 21-29 High Street | 517 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness Muscleworld Health Club 2A 2A CLUNTERGATE | health and fitness suite | 382 yd |
| Slazenger Sports Club ADDINGFORD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 558 yd |
| Horbury School Specialist Language College (Closed) Wakefield Road | grass pitches | 589 yd |
| Horbury Academy WAKEFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 602 yd |
| Carr Lodge Park WAKEFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 630 yd |
| Horbury Lagoon (Closed) California Drive | grass pitches | 778 yd |
| Horbury Academy (Parker Road Playing Field) CALIFORNIA DRIVE | grass pitches | 783 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 | 74 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.