Fryers Way is in Ossett and in Wakefield district. WF5 9TJ is located in the Wrenthorpe and Outwood West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Morley and Outwood. This postcode has been in use since 2003-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fryers Way, Ossett, WF5 9TJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF5 9TJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 51.3% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 51.4% | 48.7% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WF5 9TJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.3% | 34.1% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.7% | 51.2% | -10.5% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 9% | 9.1% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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 (86.7%) 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 | 57.2% | 56.5% | -0.7% | 48.4% | 8.1% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 30.2% | -6.0% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 5.5% | 10.4% | 4.9% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 11.7% | 12.9% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 12.2% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 18.8% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7.7% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 19.5% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 25% | 27.2% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.7% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.1% | 96.5% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.6% 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% | 95.6% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.6% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 76.7% | 10.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.5% | 13.5% | -5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 55.8% | 46.2% | 9.6% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fryers Way was 346.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 101.4% higher than the Wakefield North average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Fryers Way has the 3rd highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Wakefield North and the 72nd highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 95.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 12 The Office Village, Ossett, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £2,600,000 | 2018-05-02 | £3,439,262 |
| Unit 5 Fryers Way, Ossett, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2018-03-15 | £298,732 |
| Total Fitness Uk Ltd Fryers Way, Ossett, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £5,450,000 | 2018-01-24 | £6,997,187 |
| Unit 9 Silkwood Park Fryers Way, Ossett, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £276,000 | 2017-08-14 | £345,516 |
| Unit 2 Fryers Way, Ossett, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2016-09-23 | £446,523 |
WF5 9TJ 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 | 138 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 53 |
| Construction | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Castle Nursery School 255A Barnsley Road , WF1 5NU | 3out of 4 | 5,129 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crigglestone Nursery School High Street , Crigglestone WF4 3EB | 4out of 4 | 5,228 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ossett Flushdyke Junior and Infant School Wakefield Road , Flushdyke WF5 9AN | 3out of 4 | 991 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ossett South Parade Primary Fairfield Road , South Parade WF5 0DZ | 3out of 4 | 1,351 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Towngate Primary Academy Whitley Spring Road , WF5 0QA | 3out of 4 | 1,411 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Dewsbury Road , WF2 9DD | 2out of 4 | 1,475 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alverthorpe St Paul's CofE (VA) School 3-11yrs St Paul's Drive , Alverthorpe WF2 0BT | 2out of 4 | 1,614 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 | 2,585 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horbury Academy Wakefield Road , Horbury WF4 5HE | 3out of 4 | 2,652 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy Cathedral Thornes Road , WF2 8QF | 2out of 4 | 2,940 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Grange Academy Potovens Lane , Outwood WF1 2PF | 4out of 4 | 4,045 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Croft Academy Old Bank Road , WF12 7DW | 3out of 4 | 4,913 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 | 3,184 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| CAPA College Unity Hall , Westgate WF1 1EP | - not rated | 3,417 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 | 1,686 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Evolve Academy St. Georges Road , Lupset WF2 8BB | - not rated | 1,747 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Silcoates School Silcoates Lane , Wrenthorpe WF2 0PD | - not rated | 1,968 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cliffe Primary School 7 Wrenthorpe Lane , Wrenthorpe WF2 0QB | - not rated | 2,346 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Cliffe School Dovecote Lane , WF4 6BB | - not rated | 2,498 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fitness Club Cafe | Total Fitness Uk Limited, Fryersway | 15 yd | |
| Silkwood Farm Pub | Mothers Way, Ossett | 140 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Goldsmith Avenue, Ossett | 181 yd | |
| Three Flames Limited | 270 Wakefield Road, Ossett | 350 yd | |
| Low Laithes Golf Club | Park Mill Lane, Flushdyke | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Eagle | 161 Flanshaw Lane, Wakefield | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abduls | 151 Broadway, Wakefield | 578 yd | |
| Victoria Sandwich | 145 Broadway, Wakefield | 578 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fitness (Wakefield) FRYERS WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 107 yd |
| Thornes Junior Football Club QUEENS DRIVE | grass pitches | 454 yd |
| Haggs Hill Parkfield Drive | grass pitches | 900 yd |
| Low Laithes Golf Club LOWLAITHES GOLF HOUSE LOWLAITHES GOLF HOUSE PARK MILL LANE | golf | 941 yd |
| Springmill Golf Course Queens Drive | golf | 975 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 | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.6% |
| 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 | 62.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.