Bankfield Close is in Ossett and in Wakefield district. WF5 0SU 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 Bankfield Close, Ossett, WF5 0SU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF5 0TB, WF5 0NF, WF5 0ST, WF5 0TD, WF5 0SX, WF5 0EQ, WF5 0SY, WF5 0SZ, WF5 0TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF5 0SU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 51.6% | 52.7% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 48.4% | 47.3% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 | 29.4% | 33.3% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.9% | 37.4% | -0.5% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 16.2% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 7.1% |
| Widowed | 16.6% | 10.4% | -6.2% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.8% | 32.9% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -15.5% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 35.7% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 21.3% | 19.5% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 9.7% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 WF5 0SU this area, 33.2% 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 15.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37% | 33.2% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 15.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 13.5% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 13.9% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 9% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 12.6% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.4% | 15.2% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -18.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 95.3% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 98.8% | 97.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 97.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 26.9% | 13.5% | 13.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.3% | 37.2% | 14.1% |
| Christian | 42.6% | 46.2% | -3.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bankfield Close was 84.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.7% higher than the Horbury and South Ossett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bankfield Close has the 18th highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Horbury and South Ossett and the 561st lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 18.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% 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 Bankfield Close, Ossett, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2020-11-20 | £153,674 |
| 10 Bankfield Close, Ossett, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2006-09-15 | £176,231 |
| 8 Bankfield Close, Ossett, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £50,500 | 2001-06-29 | £201,811 |
| 6 Bankfield Close, Ossett, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £42,000 | 1999-05-07 | £189,811 |
| 10 Bankfield Close, Ossett, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £39,750 | 1998-01-28 | £185,211 |
WF5 0SU 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 WF5 0SU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 5,142 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 4out of 4 | 5,355 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ossett South Parade Primary Fairfield Road , South Parade WF5 0DZ | 3out of 4 | 467 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School Southdale Road , WF5 8BA | 2out of 4 | 484 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Ossett Infant Academy Vicar Lane , WF5 0BE | 4out of 4 | 518 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery Healey Road , WF5 8LB | 4out of 4 | 678 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ignatius Catholic Primary School Storrs Hill Road , Ossett WF5 0DQ | 3out of 4 | 835 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 866 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Academy Wakefield Road , Horbury WF4 5HE | 3out of 4 | 2,336 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy Valley Drive , WF12 0HE | 2out of 4 | 3,910 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 2out of 4 | 3,955 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Croft Academy Old Bank Road , WF12 7DW | 3out of 4 | 4,003 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakefield College Margaret Street , WF1 2DH | - not rated | 4,816 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| CAPA College Unity Hall , Westgate WF1 1EP | - not rated | 4,935 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange School 2 Milner Way , Ossett WF5 9JE | - not rated | 1,098 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cliffe School Dovecote Lane , WF4 6BB | - not rated | 1,707 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Evolve Academy St. Georges Road , Lupset WF2 8BB | - not rated | 2,309 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield School Gawthorpe Lane , WF5 9BS | 3out of 4 | 2,893 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Silcoates School Silcoates Lane , Wrenthorpe WF2 0PD | - not rated | 3,696 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malagor | Queens Drive, Ossett | 489 yd | |
| Cafe Vie The Bistro | Thompsons Yard, New Street | 881 yd | |
| Ossett War Memorial Community Centre | Prospect Road, Ossett | 889 yd | |
| Cloud Nine Ossett Ltd | Ashfield House, Illingworth Street | 902 yd | |
| Eller Coffee | 14, 14-14A Station Road | 941 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Tavern | 50 Park Square, Ossett | 219 yd | |
| The Vic | Manor Road, Ossett | 484 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales Inn | South Parade, Ossett | 513 yd | |
| Ossett Brewery Tap | The Tap Public House, 2 The Green | 746 yd | |
| Ossett Cricket And Athletic Club | Dimplewells Road, Ossett | 832 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nice Nosh | 168 Station Road, Ossett | 226 yd | |
| Kam Chuan Takeaway | 188 Station Road, Ossett | 226 yd | |
| Park Square Fisheries | Park Square, Ossett | 315 yd | |
| Queens Drive Fish and Chips | 123-125 Queens Drive, Ossett | 489 yd | |
| Dickinson's Sandwiches | 26 The Green, Ossett | 645 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys Supermarket Limited | South Parade, Ossett | 499 yd | |
| Iceland | 28 Bank Street, Ossett | 1,011 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Parade Primary School FAIRFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 285 yd |
| Southdale Fields STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 384 yd |
| Illingworth Park MANOR ROAD | grass pitches | 448 yd |
| Springmill Golf Course Queens Drive | golf | 817 yd |
| Ossett Railway Club STATION ROAD | 877 yd | |
| Dimple Wells Dimple Wells Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 992 yd |
| Ingfield Prospect Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,007 yd |
| Haggs Hill Parkfield Drive | grass pitches | 1,024 yd |
| Ossett Academy And Sixth Form College STORRS HILL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,061 yd |
| Springmill Playing Fields SPRING MILL LANE | grass pitches | 1,062 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 | 54.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 92.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.