Browns Green is in Normanton and in Wakefield district. WF6 1FE is located in the Normanton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford. This postcode has been in use since 2005-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Browns Green, Normanton, WF6 1FE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF6 1FH, WF6 1DW, WF6 1DJ, WF6 1DH, WF6 1DR, WF6 1DL, WF6 1DP, WF6 1DN, WF6 1DF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF6 1FE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 49.3% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 52.5% | 50.7% | -1.8% | 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 | 35.5% | 40% | 4.5% | 37.9% | 2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.2% | 45.1% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 8.9% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4.6% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 52.3% | 52.1% | -0.2% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 30.1% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 13.1% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.4% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
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 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.3% | 21.4% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 10.4% | -6.1% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 19% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 4.6% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 18.8% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 22.7% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 6.7% | 3.1% | -3.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.4% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 97.5% | 91.8% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 7% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 92% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4.2% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 5.8% | 1.3% | 4.5% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Browns Green was 133.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.9% higher than the Normanton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Browns Green has the 13th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Normanton and the 342nd highest crime rate of 1,126 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 85.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Browns Green, Normanton, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2013-06-29 | £337,419 |
| 6 Browns Green, Normanton, West Yorkshire Detached, a newly built property | £50,000 | 2005-05-06 | £86,020 |
WF6 1FE 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 | 190 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 48 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley Nursery School Lake Lock Road , Stanley WF3 4HW | - not rated | 4,784 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhill Nursery School Greenhill Road , Eastmoor WF1 4LU | - not rated | 4,954 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newlands Primary School Wakefield Road , WF6 1BB | - not rated | 211 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Woodhouse First School Wakefield Road , WF6 1BB | - not rated | 211 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Junior School Church Lane , WF6 1EY | - not rated | 738 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Junior Academy Church Lane , WF6 1EY | 3out of 4 | 742 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton All Saints CofE Infant School High Street , WF6 1NR | - not rated | 974 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normanton Woodlands Middle School Garth Avenue , WF6 1DH | - not rated | 112 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Lane Ends Middle School Methley Road , Three Lane Ends WF10 1PN | - not rated | 5,260 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy Freeston Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | - not rated | 681 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Freeston Academy Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | - not rated | 760 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Freeston Business and Enterprise College Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | - not rated | 760 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield City High School - A Specialist Maths and Computing College Warmfield View , WF1 4SF | - not rated | 4,095 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Fields Warmfield View , WF1 4SF | 3out of 4 | 4,095 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLG Wakefield Parish Rooms , Snydale Road WF6 1HY | - not rated | 928 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Enrich Academy Pontefract Road , Crofton WF4 1LL | 2out of 4 | 3,269 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Springfield Centre Pontefract Road , Crofton WF4 1LL | - not rated | 3,269 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory School Pontefract Road , Crofton WF4 1LL | - not rated | 3,367 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Primary School Aberford Road , Stanley WF3 4BA | 4out of 4 | 4,583 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Frobisher | Normanton Community Centre, Market Street | 1,043 yd | |
| Corner Kitchen | 1-3 High Street, Normanton | 1,059 yd | |
| Trennerys Cafe | 50 High Street, Normanton | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hark to Mopsey Inn | Wakefield Road, Normanton | 291 yd | |
| St Johns Terrace Working Mens Club | Queen Elizabeth Drive, Normanton | 378 yd | |
| Normanton Conservative Club | 8 West Street, Normanton | 950 yd | |
| Midland Hotel | Market Street, Normanton | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grub Hub | 58, 58-58A Queen Elizabeth Drive | 328 yd | |
| Browns Fisheries | 64 Queen Elizabeth Drive, Normanton | 329 yd | |
| Asian Kitchen | 156 Wakefield Road, Normanton | 416 yd | |
| Royal Balti | 166 Wakefield Road, Normanton | 416 yd | |
| Chun Chun | 11 Dalefield Road, Normanton | 454 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 66 Queen Elizabeth Drive, Normanton | 329 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newlands Playing Field SANDERSON AVENUE | grass pitches | 301 yd |
| Normanton Knights Arlfc SOUTH STREET | grass pitches | 392 yd |
| Walnut Drive Walnut Drive | grass pitches | 456 yd |
| Freeston Academy FAVELL AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 678 yd |
| Snydale Road Park CYPRESS ROAD | grass pitches | 818 yd |
| Normanton Leisure MARKET STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 918 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.