Kingfisher Court is in Normanton and in Wakefield district. WF6 1ZW is located in the Normanton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford. This postcode has been in use since 2003-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingfisher Court, Normanton, WF6 1ZW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF6 1HE, WF6 1ZU, WF6 1HD, WF6 1HF, WF6 1AZ, WF6 1HL, WF6 1AY, WF6 1HQ, WF6 1HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF6 1ZW 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 Kingfisher Court 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.
Kingfisher Court 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Kingfisher Court, Normanton, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-11-26 | £251,201 |
| 8 Kingfisher Court, Normanton, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-03-18 | £268,779 |
| 15 Kingfisher Court, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2020-11-25 | £221,175 |
| 5 Kingfisher Court, Normanton, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2020-03-20 | £222,713 |
| 10 Kingfisher Court, Normanton, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2019-12-10 | £255,689 |
WF6 1ZW 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 | 4,517 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhill Nursery School Greenhill Road , Eastmoor WF1 4LU | - not rated | 5,006 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normanton Junior School Church Lane , WF6 1EY | - not rated | 322 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Junior Academy Church Lane , WF6 1EY | 3out of 4 | 324 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlands Primary School Wakefield Road , WF6 1BB | - not rated | 336 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Woodhouse First School Wakefield Road , WF6 1BB | - not rated | 336 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton All Saints CofE Infant School High Street , WF6 1NR | - not rated | 593 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 | 347 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Lane Ends Middle School Methley Road , Three Lane Ends WF10 1PN | - not rated | 4,947 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 | 526 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Freeston Academy Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | - not rated | 611 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Freeston Business and Enterprise College Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | - not rated | 611 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 | 4,132 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Fields Warmfield View , WF1 4SF | 3out of 4 | 4,132 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 | 577 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Enrich Academy Pontefract Road , Crofton WF4 1LL | 2out of 4 | 3,685 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Springfield Centre Pontefract Road , Crofton WF4 1LL | - not rated | 3,685 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory School Pontefract Road , Crofton WF4 1LL | - not rated | 3,782 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Primary School Aberford Road , Stanley WF3 4BA | 4out of 4 | 4,257 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 | 619 yd | |
| Corner Kitchen | 1-3 High Street, Normanton | 630 yd | |
| Trennerys Cafe | 50 High Street, Normanton | 657 yd | |
| Sliced | 73 High Street, Normanton | 680 yd | |
| Gem's Bistro | 45 High Street, Normanton | 680 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hark to Mopsey Inn | Wakefield Road, Normanton | 334 yd | |
| Normanton Conservative Club | 8 West Street, Normanton | 526 yd | |
| Midland Hotel | Market Street, Normanton | 619 yd | |
| The Junction Inn | Market Place, Normanton | 678 yd | |
| St Johns Terrace Working Mens Club | Queen Elizabeth Drive, Normanton | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chun Chun | 11 Dalefield Road, Normanton | 83 yd | |
| Taste of China | 5 Dalefield Avenue, Normanton | 257 yd | |
| Asian Kitchen | 156 Wakefield Road, Normanton | 290 yd | |
| Royal Balti | 166 Wakefield Road, Normanton | 290 yd | |
| Pizza Canoe Express | 51 Wakefield Road, Normanton | 354 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 66 Queen Elizabeth Drive, Normanton | 717 yd | |
| ASDA | High Street, Normanton | 719 yd | |
| Lidl | Altofts Road, Normanton | 735 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newlands Playing Field SANDERSON AVENUE | grass pitches | 142 yd |
| Normanton Leisure MARKET STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 506 yd |
| Freeston Academy FAVELL AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 525 yd |
| Normanton Knights Arlfc SOUTH STREET | grass pitches | 787 yd |
| Walnut Drive Walnut Drive | grass pitches | 872 yd |
| St John The Baptist Catholic Primary School BECKBRIDGE LANE | grass pitches | 918 yd |
| Snydale Road Park CYPRESS ROAD | grass pitches | 934 yd |
| Haw Hill Park CASTLEFORD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,040 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 | 51.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.