Pildacre Lane is in Ossett and in Wakefield district. WF5 8PX is located in the Ossett electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wakefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pildacre Lane, Ossett, WF5 8PX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF5 8QA, WF5 8HQ, WF5 8HB, WF5 8DL, WF5 8HA, WF5 8DJ, WF5 8DG, WF5 8HH, WF5 8HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF5 8PX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 50.6% | 52.1% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 49.4% | 47.9% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 32% | 29.5% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.3% | 48.2% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 8.9% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 11.2% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 39.1% | 43.2% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 34.5% | -5.0% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 15.2% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 14.9% | 19.7% | 4.8% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 14.8% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 14.8% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 4% | -3.9% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 20.2% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 23.8% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -10.0% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.7% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 98.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 99.2% | 97% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 97% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pildacre Lane was 47.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.5% lower than the Ossett average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pildacre Lane has the 20th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Ossett and the 306th lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81 Pildacre Lane, Ossett, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2022-07-29 | £181,645 |
| 81 Pildacre Lane, Ossett, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2016-03-11 | £187,521 |
| 87 Pildacre Lane, Ossett, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £109,000 | 2015-03-03 | £183,643 |
| 87 Pildacre Lane, Ossett, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2013-11-29 | £185,218 |
| 81 Pildacre Lane, Ossett, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2009-04-28 | £183,566 |
WF5 8PX 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WF5 8PX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flatts Nursery School Ashworth Green , WF13 2SU | 4out of 4 | 3,721 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ossett Holy Trinity CofE VA Primary School Church Street , WF5 9DG | 4out of 4 | 665 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Primary Academy Princess Road , Chickenley WF12 8QT | 2out of 4 | 1,167 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School Southdale Road , WF5 8BA | 2out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dimple Well Infant School and Nursery Healey Road , WF5 8LB | 4out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gawthorpe Community Academy High Street , Gawthorpe WF5 9QP | 4out of 4 | 1,433 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 | 1,794 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Croft Academy Old Bank Road , WF12 7DW | 3out of 4 | 2,344 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy Valley Drive , WF12 0HE | 2out of 4 | 3,412 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Academy Wakefield Road , Horbury WF4 5HE | 3out of 4 | 3,971 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Oxford Road , WF13 4LL | 1out of 4 | 4,172 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 | 1,193 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield School Gawthorpe Lane , WF5 9BS | 3out of 4 | 1,946 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Paradise Primary School 1 Bretton Street , WF12 9BB | - not rated | 2,361 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Madni Academy 40-42 Scarborough Street , Savile Town WF12 9AY | - not rated | 2,614 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Rida Girls High School 39 Warren Street , Savile Town WF12 9LX | - not rated | 2,949 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsway Cafe | 13-15 Kingsway, Ossett | 488 yd | |
| Nikoz | 43 Dale Street, Ossett | 623 yd | |
| Our Explorers | 3 Wellgate, Ossett | 634 yd | |
| The Well | 1 Wellgate, Ossett | 636 yd | |
| Cafe 26 | 26, 26-26A Bank Street | 657 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The George | 64 Bank Street, Ossett | 660 yd | |
| Horse & Jockey | 18 Dale Street, Ossett | 661 yd | |
| Cock And Bottle | 7 Bank Street, Ossett | 687 yd | |
| The Railway Club | 19 Station Road, Ossett | 731 yd | |
| Prop Ur Baa | 3 New Street, Ossett | 754 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Big Butty Shop | 2 Springstone Avenue, Ossett | 592 yd | |
| Ali's & De Niro's | 4 Wesley Street, Ossett | 614 yd | |
| My Punjab | 1 Wesley Street, Ossett | 614 yd | |
| Bobby's Salt & Pepper | Thornes House, Dale Street | 619 yd | |
| FGF | 27 Dale Street, Ossett | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Kingsway, Ossett | 488 yd | |
| Iceland | 28 Bank Street, Ossett | 653 yd | |
| Tesco | 99 Dewsbury Road, Ossett | 862 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Gym (Ladies Only) (Closed) Woburn House Woburn House Ventnor Way | health and fitness suite | 573 yd |
| Heartbeat Health & Fitness (Ossett) (Closed) Thornes House Thornes House Dale Street | health and fitness suite | 619 yd |
| Church Street Recreation Ground 2 DALE HOUSE 2 DALE HOUSE DALE STREET | grass pitches | 657 yd |
| Ossett Railway Club STATION ROAD | 786 yd | |
| Ingfield Prospect Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 796 yd |
| Dimple Wells Dimple Wells Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,039 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 | 62.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 103.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.