North Avenue is in Horbury, Wakefield and in Wakefield district. WF4 5JS 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 North Avenue, Horbury, Wakefield, WF4 5JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF4 5JR, WF4 5JW, WF4 5JX, WF4 5JN, WF4 5JY, WF4 5JP, WF4 5JL, WF4 5DN, WF4 5JJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF4 5JS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48% | 49% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 5JS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44% 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 | 33.1% | 44% | 10.9% | 37.9% | 6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 38.9% | -4.6% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 7.9% | -4.7% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 6% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 44.5% | 36.8% | -7.7% | 48.4% | -11.6% |
| Good health | 26.6% | 35.9% | 9.3% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 16% | 18% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 6.9% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.4% | 2.4% | -2.0% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
In the area around WF4 5JS this area, 36% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 11.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.8% | 36% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 17.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 13% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 17% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.1% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 12.6% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.1% | 11.1% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -22.7% |
| Other | 6.7% | 5.1% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.4% | 93.1% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 98.7% | 94% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 94.9% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.4% | 76.7% | -17.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 37.9% | 13.5% | 24.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Avenue was 165.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 114.1% higher than the Horbury and South Ossett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
North Avenue has the 5th highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Horbury and South Ossett and the 262nd highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 127.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 North Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2025-09-12 | £173,000 |
| 8 North Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2025-08-13 | £175,627 |
| 35 North Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2025-02-14 | £183,711 |
| 24 North Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-12-20 | £189,035 |
| 24 North Avenue, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2021-07-09 | £128,379 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crigglestone Nursery School High Street , Crigglestone WF4 3EB | 4out of 4 | 2,569 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Castle Nursery School 255A Barnsley Road , WF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 4,409 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 | 175 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 | 918 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Snapethorpe Primary School St George's Road , Lupset WF2 8AA | 4out of 4 | 1,452 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mount Junior Infant & Nursery School The Mount , Thornes Road WF2 8QW | 3out of 4 | 2,123 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Bridge Church of England Junior and Infant Academy Bridge Road , Horbury Bridge WF4 5PS | 3out of 4 | 2,275 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 247 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 2out of 4 | 2,415 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College Storrs Hill Road , WF5 0DG | 3out of 4 | 2,611 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kettlethorpe High School Kettlethorpe Hall Drive , Standbridge Lane WF2 7EL | 3out of 4 | 3,733 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Barnsley Road , Sandal WF2 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 4,472 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 4,063 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield College Margaret Street , WF1 2DH | - not rated | 4,295 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 | 997 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Evolve Academy St. Georges Road , Lupset WF2 8BB | - not rated | 1,332 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School 2 Milner Way , Ossett WF5 9JE | - not rated | 3,561 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennine Camphill Community Wood Lane , Chapelthorpe WF4 3JL | - not rated | 3,966 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Silcoates School Silcoates Lane , Wrenthorpe WF2 0PD | - not rated | 4,353 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church Of England St Mary's Parish | St Marys Parish Centre, Millfield Road | 391 yd | |
| Hickorys Smokehouse Horbury | Wakefield Road, Horbury | 430 yd | |
| Cluntergate Centre | Cluntergate, Horbury | 493 yd | |
| Caffe Capri | 8 Cluntergate, Horbury | 653 yd | |
| Retro Roadhouse | Trans Penine Garage, 15 Twitch Hill | 699 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horbury Working Members Club | Hallcroft House, Cluntergate | 375 yd | |
| Shepherds Arms, Nostalgic Kitchens | Cluntergate, Horbury | 493 yd | |
| Kings Arms | 37 New Street, Horbury | 652 yd | |
| Cricketers Arms | 22 Cluntergate, Horbury | 653 yd | |
| Caldervale Hotel | Millfield Road, Horbury | 664 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delicious Sandwich Bar | Northfield Lane, Horbury | 261 yd | |
| Pizza Pranzo | 6 Cluntergate, Horbury | 653 yd | |
| Westways Sandwich Shop | 58 Millfield Road, Horbury | 664 yd | |
| Pizza Italia | 19A High Street, Horbury | 792 yd | |
| Horbury Fisheries | 20 Queen Street, Horbury | 843 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | Co-Op Store, 21-29 High Street | 869 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Horbury Lagoon (Closed) California Drive | grass pitches | 202 yd |
| Horbury Academy (Parker Road Playing Field) CALIFORNIA DRIVE | grass pitches | 254 yd |
| Horbury School Specialist Language College (Closed) Wakefield Road | grass pitches | 351 yd |
| Horbury Academy WAKEFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 356 yd |
| Carr Lodge Park WAKEFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 538 yd |
| Fitness Muscleworld Health Club 2A 2A CLUNTERGATE | health and fitness suite | 724 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 | 82.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 129.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.