Eastfield Grove is in Normanton and in Wakefield district. WF6 1QP is located in the Normanton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Eastfield Grove, Normanton, WF6 1QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF6 1QA, WF6 1QQ, WF6 1QB, WF6 1QE, WF6 1QL, WF6 2EZ, WF6 1PY, WF6 2HN, WF6 1QH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF6 1QP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 50.7% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49.3% | 2.0% | 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 area around WF6 1QP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.4% 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 | 36% | 44.4% | 8.4% | 37.9% | 6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.8% | 33.6% | -13.2% | 44.2% | -10.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 12.1% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 7.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 34.8% | 36.4% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -12.0% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 36.8% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 17.3% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 7.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 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 WF6 1QP this area, 32.6% 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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50.9% | 32.6% | -18.3% | 18.2% | 14.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.1% | 14.2% | 6.1% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 11.6% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 7.7% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 15% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.2% | 15.9% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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 | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 95.2% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 89.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.9% | 89.3% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 7.4% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 89.7% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 4.4% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.6% | 76.7% | -3.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 19% | 13.5% | 5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 56.8% | 46.2% | 10.6% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eastfield Grove was 86.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.6% lower than the Altofts and Whitwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Eastfield Grove has the 42nd highest crime rate of 114 local areas in Altofts and Whitwood and the 535th highest crime rate of 1,126 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -96.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Eastfield Grove, Normanton, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-09-06 | £93,255 |
| 11 Eastfield Grove, Normanton, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2018-03-21 | £130,809 |
| 15 Eastfield Grove, Normanton, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £28,000 | 1996-11-12 | £132,500 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 5,005 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normanton Common Primary Academy Castleford Road , WF6 1QU | 3out of 4 | 410 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Common Primary School Castleford Road , WF6 1QU | - not rated | 410 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. John the Baptist Catholic Primary School Beckbridge Lane , WF6 2HZ | 3out of 4 | 565 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. John the Baptist Catholic Primary School Beckbridge Lane , WF6 2HZ | - not rated | 565 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton All Saints CofE Infant School High Street , WF6 1NR | - not rated | 877 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 | 1,658 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Lane Ends Middle School Methley Road , Three Lane Ends WF10 1PN | - not rated | 3,498 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Freeston Academy Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | - not rated | 1,062 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Freeston Business and Enterprise College Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | - not rated | 1,062 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Freeston Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | - not rated | 1,117 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy Cutsyke Road , Featherstone WF7 6BD | 3out of 4 | 3,292 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic High School and Sixth Form College: With Speech and Language Resource Cutsyke Road , Featherstone WF7 6BD | - not rated | 3,292 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 874 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Methley Rd , WF10 1PN | - not rated | 3,454 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Primary School Aberford Road , Stanley WF3 4BA | 4out of 4 | 4,501 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley West Hall School Aberford Road , Stanley WF3 4BA | - not rated | 4,501 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Enrich Academy Pontefract Road , Crofton WF4 1LL | 2out of 4 | 4,950 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Duck Egg Bakery (Tea Room) | 262 Castleford Road, Normanton | 130 yd | |
| The Kitchen | The Well Project At Haw Hill Park, Castleford Road | 731 yd | |
| Compass Group @ Howdens | Sheridan House, Don Pedro Avenue | 810 yd | |
| Compass Group Uk & Ireland Ltd | Nhs Supply Chain Unipart, Foxbridge Way | 820 yd | |
| Kitty's Hut | Normanton Town Hall, High Street | 862 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopetown Liberal Club | Nelson Street, Normanton | 190 yd | |
| New Carlton Social Club | Carlton Green, Normanton | 463 yd | |
| Black Swan | 1 Castleford Road, Normanton | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wonderful | 256-260 Castleford Road, Normanton | 130 yd | |
| The Fish Bar | 312 Castleford Road, Normanton | 237 yd | |
| Parkside Fisheries | 159 Castleford Road, Normanton | 329 yd | |
| Anisa's | 315 Castleford Road, Normanton | 353 yd | |
| Junction 31 | 339, 339-339A Castleford Road | 353 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA | High Street, Normanton | 879 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ultra Flex Normanton RIPLEY DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 289 yd |
| Fitness Zone BENSON LANE | health and fitness suite | 300 yd |
| Haw Hill Park CASTLEFORD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 534 yd |
| St John The Baptist Catholic Primary School BECKBRIDGE LANE | grass pitches | 567 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.