Fairway is in Normanton and in Wakefield district. WF6 1SN 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 Fairway, Normanton, WF6 1SN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF6 1SS, WF6 1ST, WF6 1SR, WF6 1NY, WF6 1SU, WF6 1SP, WF6 1SW, WF6 1SZ, WF6 1SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF6 1SN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.7% 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 | 49.5% | 55.7% | 6.2% | 51.0% | 4.7% |
| Male | 50.5% | 44.3% | -6.2% | 49.0% | -4.7% |
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 WF6 1SN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.4% 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 | 20.5% | 18% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -19.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 65.4% | 6.0% | 44.2% | 21.2% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 6.3% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 8.5% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 42.9% | 39.8% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 40.5% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 17.8% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 1% | -4.7% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 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.
In the area around WF6 1SN this area, 29.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.1% | 29.8% | 1.7% | 18.2% | 11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 9.6% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 10.7% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 7.7% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 14% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 25% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 7.3% | 3.3% | -4.0% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.4% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 98.8% | 98% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 98% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 76.7% | 13.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.2% | 37.2% | -12.0% |
| Christian | 67.2% | 46.2% | 21.0% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairway was 16.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.6% lower than the Altofts and Whitwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fairway has the 9th lowest crime rate of 114 local areas in Altofts and Whitwood and the 63rd lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78 Fairway, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2023-06-12 | £224,545 |
| 70 Fairway, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2021-02-12 | £241,492 |
| 97 Fairway, Normanton, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2017-06-16 | £220,661 |
| 82 Fairway, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2015-11-20 | £202,206 |
| 103 Fairway, Normanton, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £132,500 | 2014-06-20 | £217,224 |
WF6 1SN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 WF6 1SN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. John the Baptist Catholic Primary School Beckbridge Lane , WF6 2HZ | 3out of 4 | 287 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton All Saints CofE Infant School High Street , WF6 1NR | 4out of 4 | 437 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Junior Academy Church Lane , WF6 1EY | 3out of 4 | 595 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlands Primary School Wakefield Road , WF6 1BB | 2out of 4 | 1,007 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Common Primary Academy Castleford Road , WF6 1QU | 3out of 4 | 1,250 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy Freeston Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | 2out of 4 | 281 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 | 3,518 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Fields Warmfield View , WF1 4SF | 4out of 4 | 4,862 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crofton Academy High Street , Crofton WF4 1NF | 2out of 4 | 5,088 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 | 339 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Springfield Centre Pontefract Road , Crofton WF4 1LL | 3out of 4 | 4,110 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Primary School Aberford Road , Stanley WF3 4BA | 4out of 4 | 4,620 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy Lane School Ivy Lane School , Ivy Lane WF1 4AZ | - not rated | 5,341 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Well School Rook Hill Road , WF8 2DD | 3out of 4 | 5,407 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kitchen | The Well Project At Haw Hill Park, Castleford Road | 644 yd | |
| Compass Group @ Howdens | Sheridan House, Don Pedro Avenue | 746 yd | |
| Kitty's Hut | Normanton Town Hall, High Street | 808 yd | |
| Thursday Chat Club | Normanton Town Hall, High Street | 808 yd | |
| Trennerys Cafe | 50 High Street, Normanton | 817 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Carlton Social Club | Carlton Green, Normanton | 480 yd | |
| Black Swan | 1 Castleford Road, Normanton | 644 yd | |
| Hopetown Liberal Club | Nelson Street, Normanton | 732 yd | |
| Normanton Conservative Club | 8 West Street, Normanton | 978 yd | |
| The Junction Inn | Market Place, Normanton | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste of China | 5 Dalefield Avenue, Normanton | 589 yd | |
| Lucky Dragon | 142 Castleford Road, Normanton | 629 yd | |
| Parkside Fisheries | 159 Castleford Road, Normanton | 709 yd | |
| Chun Chun | 11 Dalefield Road, Normanton | 752 yd | |
| Bakeaway Takeaway | Unit 9, Beckbridge Industrial Estate | 819 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA | High Street, Normanton | 749 yd | |
| Lidl | Altofts Road, Normanton | 1,006 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 66 Queen Elizabeth Drive, Normanton | 1,067 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St John The Baptist Catholic Primary School BECKBRIDGE LANE | grass pitches | 314 yd |
| Freeston Academy FAVELL AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 345 yd |
| Snydale Road Park CYPRESS ROAD | grass pitches | 640 yd |
| Haw Hill Park CASTLEFORD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 747 yd |
| Ultra Flex Normanton RIPLEY DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 798 yd |
| Newlands Playing Field SANDERSON AVENUE | grass pitches | 922 yd |
| Normanton Leisure MARKET STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,042 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 | 65.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.