Holyrood Crescent is in Normanton and in Wakefield district. WF6 2PY is located in the Altofts and Whitwood 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 Holyrood Crescent, Normanton, WF6 2PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF6 2PX, WF6 2PZ, WF6 2QB, WF6 2QA, WF6 2PU, WF6 2QD, WF6 2LU, WF6 2QF, WF6 2QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF6 2PY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 52.6% | 53.7% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 47.4% | 46.3% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 29% | 29.9% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.9% | 50.7% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 6.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 4.7% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 8.4% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 6.4% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 43.5% | 43.4% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 37.2% | 6.7% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 12.3% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 6.3% | -2.8% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 0.8% | -1.7% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 21.1% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 11.4% | -7.7% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 16.4% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 6% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 17.4% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 25.4% | 11.3% | 33.8% | -8.4% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 95.8% | 96.1% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 95.4% | 92.6% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 5.4% | 4.0% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 92.6% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.4% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.5% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Poland | 4.1% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 52.7% | 46.2% | 6.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holyrood Crescent was 128.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.6% higher than the Altofts and Whitwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holyrood Crescent has the 23rd highest crime rate of 114 local areas in Altofts and Whitwood and the 368th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 99.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Holyrood Crescent, Normanton, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2018-12-14 | £321,782 |
| 5 Holyrood Crescent, Normanton, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2000-05-26 | £287,360 |
| 5 Holyrood Crescent, Normanton, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £71,000 | 1997-06-27 | £287,087 |
WF6 2PY 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 | 123 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Frobisher Infant School Church Road , Altofts WF6 2NU | 4out of 4 | 319 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lee Brigg Infant and Nursery School Lee Brigg , Altofts WF6 2LN | 4out of 4 | 461 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Altofts Junior School Ash Tree Gardens , Altofts WF6 2NF | 3out of 4 | 573 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton All Saints CofE Infant School High Street , WF6 1NR | 4out of 4 | 1,417 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Junior Academy Church Lane , WF6 1EY | 3out of 4 | 1,430 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 1,902 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Fields Warmfield View , WF1 4SF | 4out of 4 | 4,124 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Royds Academy Pennington Lane , Oulton LS26 8EX | - not rated | 4,296 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 5,026 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,520 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Primary School Aberford Road , Stanley WF3 4BA | 4out of 4 | 2,801 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy Lane School Ivy Lane School , Ivy Lane WF1 4AZ | - not rated | 4,464 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowcroft School 24 Bar Lane , WF1 4AD | - not rated | 4,469 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Springfield Centre Pontefract Road , Crofton WF4 1LL | 3out of 4 | 5,161 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chilli Pepperz | 6 Drury Lane, Normanton | 434 yd | |
| Toast Coffee House | 28 Altofts Road, Normanton | 901 yd | |
| Cafe Frobisher | Normanton Community Centre, Market Street | 979 yd | |
| Corner Kitchen | 1-3 High Street, Normanton | 1,019 yd | |
| Sliced | 73 High Street, Normanton | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brig WMC | 1 St Mary's Road, Normanton | 318 yd | |
| Bridge Town Canteen @ Horse & Jockey | 47 Church Road, Normanton | 542 yd | |
| The Miners Arms | Church Road, Normanton | 791 yd | |
| The Poplar | 151 Church Road, Normanton | 791 yd | |
| The Robin Hood | 10 Church Road, Normanton | 839 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eee Bah Crumbs | 7 St Mary's Avenue, Normanton | 218 yd | |
| Foxholes Deli | 95A Church Road, Normanton | 378 yd | |
| Dollys Deli | 4 Station Road, Normanton | 398 yd | |
| King Fry Fisheries | 102 Church Road, Normanton | 685 yd | |
| Canton Chinese Takeaway | 24 Altofts Road, Normanton | 901 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Altofts Road, Normanton | 901 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Brig ST. MARYS ROAD | 310 yd | |
| Martin Frobisher Infant School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 426 yd |
| Altofts Junior School ASH TREE GARDENS | grass pitches | 552 yd |
| Altofts Playing Fields (Closed) Church Road | grass pitches | 690 yd |
| Altofts Community Sports Club SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND LOCK LANE | grass pitches | 863 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.