Daw Lane is in Horbury, Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF4 5DT 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 Daw Lane, Horbury, Wakefield, WF4 5DT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF4 5DR, WF4 5LA, WF4 5DX, WF4 5DS, WF4 5QF, WF4 5EX, WF4 5DQ, WF4 5DH, WF4 5ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF4 5DT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents 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 | 50.8% | 52.9% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 49.2% | 47.1% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 | 29.1% | 33.9% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.3% | 49.8% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Separated | 3% | 0.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 12% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 56.1% | 42.6% | -13.5% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 38.9% | 6.7% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 11.5% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 2% | 5.6% | 3.6% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 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 | 13.5% | 10.7% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 9.8% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 14.5% | -6.8% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.7% | 8.1% | -0.6% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 20.5% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.5% | 34.2% | 7.7% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.1% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.3% | 96.7% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 97.3% | 97.8% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 97.8% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.1% | 76.7% | 16.4% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Daw Lane was 212.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 171.3% higher than the Horbury and South Ossett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Daw Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Horbury and South Ossett and the 151st highest crime rate of 1,125 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 174.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Daw Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2025-03-24 | £290,483 |
| 2 Daw Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2021-07-01 | £247,623 |
| 8 Daw Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2016-04-22 | £381,123 |
| 2 Daw Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2014-11-03 | £281,906 |
| 6 Daw Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2014-09-30 | £305,337 |
WF4 5DT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| 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 | 2,436 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft House Nursery School New Street , WF5 8AG | - not rated | 3,406 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle Nursery School 255A Barnsley Road , WF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 4,644 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 | 229 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Primary School Northfield Lane , Horbury WF4 5DW | - not rated | 229 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Junior School Northfield Lane , Horbury WF4 5DW | - not rated | 229 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Infant School Northfield Lane , Horbury WF4 5DW | - not rated | 229 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury St Peters Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School Shepstye Road , Horbury WF4 5BE | - not rated | 750 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | 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 | 504 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury School - A Specialist Language College Wakefield Road , Horbury WF4 5HE | - not rated | 504 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ossett School Storrs Hill Road , WF5 0DG | - not rated | 2,628 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College Storrs Hill Road , WF5 0DG | 3out of 4 | 2,628 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 4out of 4 | 2,735 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crigglestone Middle School Hall Green , WF4 3LB | - not rated | 3,661 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manygates Middle School Manygates Lane , Sandal WF2 7DQ | - not rated | 4,242 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAPA College Mulberry Way , WF1 2QN | - not rated | 4,411 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heart of Yorkshire Education Group Margaret Street , WF1 2DH | - not rated | 4,657 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Hilda's School Dovecote Lane , Horbury WF4 6BB | - not rated | 1,021 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cliffe School Dovecote Lane , WF4 6BB | - not rated | 1,034 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Evolve Academy St. Georges Road , Lupset WF2 8BB | 3out of 4 | 1,699 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory Centre St. Georges Road , Lupset WF2 8BB | - not rated | 1,770 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cathedral Middle School Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | - not rated | 2,792 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church Of England St Mary's Parish | St Marys Parish Centre, Millfield Road | 186 yd | |
| Cluntergate Centre | Cluntergate, Horbury | 341 yd | |
| Ego Restaurant | The Bulls Head, Southfield Lane | 447 yd | |
| Caffe Capri | 8 Cluntergate, Horbury | 450 yd | |
| Retro Roadhouse | Trans Penine Garage, 15 Twitch Hill | 553 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horbury Working Members Club | Hallcroft House, Cluntergate | 286 yd | |
| Shepherds Arms, Nostalgic Kitchens | Cluntergate, Horbury | 341 yd | |
| Cricketers Arms | 22 Cluntergate, Horbury | 450 yd | |
| Caldervale Hotel | Millfield Road, Horbury | 481 yd | |
| Horbury Conservative Club | 4 Twitch Hill, Horbury | 557 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delicious Sandwich Bar | Northfield Lane, Horbury | 255 yd | |
| Pizza Pranzo | 6 Cluntergate, Horbury | 450 yd | |
| Westways Sandwich Shop | 58 Millfield Road, Horbury | 481 yd | |
| Pizza Italia | 19A High Street, Horbury | 567 yd | |
| Horbury Fisheries | 20 Queen Street, Horbury | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | Co-Op Store, 21-29 High Street | 650 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness Muscleworld Health Club 2A 2A CLUNTERGATE | health and fitness suite | 500 yd |
| Horbury School Specialist Language College (Closed) Wakefield Road | grass pitches | 509 yd |
| Horbury Academy WAKEFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 521 yd |
| Horbury Academy (Parker Road Playing Field) CALIFORNIA DRIVE | grass pitches | 591 yd |
| Horbury Lagoon (Closed) California Drive | grass pitches | 594 yd |
| Carr Lodge Park WAKEFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 608 yd |
| Slazenger Sports Club ADDINGFORD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 753 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.