Manor Croft is in Normanton and in Wakefield district. WF6 2EG 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 Manor Croft, Normanton, WF6 2EG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF6 2DW, WF6 2DP, WF6 1NZ, WF6 2EE, WF6 2DN, WF6 1NW, WF6 2DR, WF6 1NN, WF6 2AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF6 2EG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 50.4% | 49.8% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.6% | 50.2% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 28.5% | 33.3% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.4% | 50.6% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 6.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 8.9% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 5% | 5.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 36.6% | 46.2% | 9.6% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 37% | 35% | -2.0% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 12.3% | -5.8% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 5.4% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.5% | 26.3% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 9.7% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 15.7% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 11% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 5.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 13.1% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.3% | 22.5% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 5.4% | 1.7% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98% | 96% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 97.2% | 94.9% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 94.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.8% | 37.2% | -2.4% |
| Christian | 59.4% | 46.2% | 13.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manor Croft was 229.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.6% higher than the Altofts and Whitwood average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Manor Croft has the 8th highest crime rate of 114 local areas in Altofts and Whitwood and the 149th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Manor Croft, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2025-03-27 | £186,000 |
| 10 Manor Croft, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2024-06-07 | £264,456 |
| 10 Manor Croft, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2022-11-11 | £182,637 |
| 24 Manor Croft, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £188,500 | 2022-07-27 | £203,284 |
| 9 Manor Croft, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2020-10-26 | £309,506 |
WF6 2EG 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.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normanton All Saints CofE Infant School High Street , WF6 1NR | 4out of 4 | 203 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. John the Baptist Catholic Primary School Beckbridge Lane , WF6 2HZ | 3out of 4 | 422 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Junior Academy Church Lane , WF6 1EY | 3out of 4 | 464 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Altofts Junior School Ash Tree Gardens , Altofts WF6 2NF | 3out of 4 | 943 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Common Primary Academy Castleford Road , WF6 1QU | 3out of 4 | 1,068 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 | 688 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 | 3,887 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Fields Warmfield View , WF1 4SF | 4out of 4 | 4,651 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crofton Academy High Street , Crofton WF4 1NF | 2out of 4 | 5,439 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 | 280 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Primary School Aberford Road , Stanley WF3 4BA | 4out of 4 | 4,089 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Springfield Centre Pontefract Road , Crofton WF4 1LL | 3out of 4 | 4,440 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy Lane School Ivy Lane School , Ivy Lane WF1 4AZ | - not rated | 5,096 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowcroft School 24 Bar Lane , WF1 4AD | - not rated | 5,278 yd | Other independent 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 | 103 yd | |
| Kitty's Hut | Normanton Town Hall, High Street | 282 yd | |
| Thursday Chat Club | Normanton Town Hall, High Street | 282 yd | |
| Trennerys Cafe | 50 High Street, Normanton | 363 yd | |
| Sliced | 73 High Street, Normanton | 393 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Swan | 1 Castleford Road, Normanton | 103 yd | |
| New Carlton Social Club | Carlton Green, Normanton | 236 yd | |
| Hopetown Liberal Club | Nelson Street, Normanton | 478 yd | |
| The Junction Inn | Market Place, Normanton | 567 yd | |
| Normanton Conservative Club | 8 West Street, Normanton | 621 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Dragon | 142 Castleford Road, Normanton | 242 yd | |
| Parkside Fisheries | 159 Castleford Road, Normanton | 356 yd | |
| Jani's High Street Delicatessen | 19 High Street, Normanton | 475 yd | |
| Canton Chinese Takeaway | 24 Altofts Road, Normanton | 537 yd | |
| Caspian Grill | 21 Market Place, Normanton | 567 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA | High Street, Normanton | 254 yd | |
| Lidl | Altofts Road, Normanton | 537 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Haw Hill Park CASTLEFORD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 245 yd |
| St John The Baptist Catholic Primary School BECKBRIDGE LANE | grass pitches | 310 yd |
| Freeston Academy FAVELL AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 647 yd |
| Normanton Leisure MARKET STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 710 yd |
| Ultra Flex Normanton RIPLEY DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 828 yd |
| Fitness Zone BENSON LANE | health and fitness suite | 918 yd |
| Newlands Playing Field SANDERSON AVENUE | grass pitches | 952 yd |
| Altofts Junior School ASH TREE GARDENS | grass pitches | 1,055 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 | 68.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.