Rydale Court is in Ossett and in Wakefield district. WF5 8NH is located in the Ossett electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wakefield. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rydale Court, Ossett, WF5 8NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF5 8PD, WF5 8LH, WF5 8LE, WF5 8BL, WF5 0AS, WF5 8LP, WF5 0AR, WF5 8LB, WF5 0AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF5 8NH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 53.2% | 52.4% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 46.8% | 47.6% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 WF5 8NH, 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 | 29.5% | 44% | 14.5% | 37.9% | 6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.4% | 37.4% | -12.0% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 13% | 10.9% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 5.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.7% | 53.4% | 3.7% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 32.3% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 11.9% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 1.5% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| 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.
In the area around WF5 8NH this area, 8.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.4% | 8.2% | -10.2% | 18.2% | -10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 10.2% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.8% | 23.8% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 10.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 6.6% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 22.3% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 27.3% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 97% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.3% 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% | 96.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 96% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 76.7% | 7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.3% | 37.2% | 17.1% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rydale Court was 36.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.8% lower than the Ossett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rydale Court has the 13th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Ossett and the 222nd lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Rydale Court, Ossett, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2024-01-25 | £92,368 |
| 1 Rydale Court, Ossett, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2023-04-21 | £96,459 |
| 9 Rydale Court, Ossett, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2020-06-30 | £262,490 |
| 9 Rydale Court, Ossett, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2020-06-26 | £266,014 |
| 11 Rydale Court, Ossett, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £176,500 | 2018-11-02 | £252,447 |
WF5 8NH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 130 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 4out of 4 | 4,781 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery Healey Road , WF5 8LB | 4out of 4 | 98 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School Southdale Road , WF5 8BA | 2out of 4 | 397 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Ossett Infant Academy Vicar Lane , WF5 0BE | 4out of 4 | 660 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ignatius Catholic Primary School Storrs Hill Road , Ossett WF5 0DQ | 3out of 4 | 699 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ossett Holy Trinity CofE VA Primary School Church Street , WF5 9DG | 4out of 4 | 1,155 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 524 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Academy Wakefield Road , Horbury WF4 5HE | 3out of 4 | 2,787 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy Valley Drive , WF12 0HE | 2out of 4 | 3,172 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Croft Academy Old Bank Road , WF12 7DW | 3out of 4 | 3,563 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 2out of 4 | 4,659 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,370 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cliffe School Dovecote Lane , WF4 6BB | - not rated | 2,053 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield School Gawthorpe Lane , WF5 9BS | 3out of 4 | 2,960 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Evolve Academy St. Georges Road , Lupset WF2 8BB | - not rated | 2,994 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Paradise Primary School 1 Bretton Street , WF12 9BB | - not rated | 3,050 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ossett War Memorial Community Centre | Prospect Road, Ossett | 544 yd | |
| Cloud Nine Ossett Ltd | Ashfield House, Illingworth Street | 595 yd | |
| Newspring Church Kitchen | The Newspring Centre, Illingworth Street | 625 yd | |
| Bank Street Kitchen | 3 Dickinson House, Bank Street | 660 yd | |
| Gracie's | 29 Bank Street, Ossett | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ossett Cricket And Athletic Club | Dimplewells Road, Ossett | 310 yd | |
| Ossett Brewery Tap | The Tap Public House, 2 The Green | 338 yd | |
| The Thorn Tree Pub & Kitchen | Queen Street, Ossett | 432 yd | |
| The Vic | Manor Road, Ossett | 469 yd | |
| The George | 64 Bank Street, Ossett | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dickinson's Sandwiches | 26 The Green, Ossett | 122 yd | |
| Barracuda Fisheries | Barracuda, 5 Horbury Road | 450 yd | |
| Nice Nosh | 168 Station Road, Ossett | 559 yd | |
| Kam Chuan Takeaway | 188 Station Road, Ossett | 559 yd | |
| MT Taiwanese Special Fried Chicken | 27 Station Road, Ossett | 584 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 28 Bank Street, Ossett | 729 yd | |
| Lidl | Kingsway, Ossett | 904 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dimple Wells Dimple Wells Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 286 yd |
| Southdale Fields STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 379 yd |
| Ossett Academy And Sixth Form College STORRS HILL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 502 yd |
| Ossett Railway Club STATION ROAD | 680 yd | |
| The Gym (Ladies Only) (Closed) Woburn House Woburn House Ventnor Way | health and fitness suite | 780 yd |
| Ingfield Prospect Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,003 yd |
| Heartbeat Health & Fitness (Ossett) (Closed) Thornes House Thornes House Dale Street | health and fitness suite | 1,046 yd |
| South Parade Primary School FAIRFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,048 yd |
| Illingworth Park MANOR ROAD | grass pitches | 1,056 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 | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.86 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.86 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.66 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.