The Crescent is in Normanton and in Wakefield district. WF6 2QF 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 The Crescent, Normanton, WF6 2QF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF6 2QB, WF6 2QA, WF6 2PX, WF6 2JH, WF6 2LW, WF6 2QE, WF6 2PZ, WF6 2JJ, WF6 2PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF6 2QF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 53.7% | 52.7% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 46.3% | 47.3% | 1.0% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of WF6 2QF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.6% 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 | 18.8% | 26.1% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.8% | 54.6% | -10.2% | 44.2% | 10.4% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 5% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 9% | 13% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 6.9% |
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 | 39.6% | 41.8% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 34.5% | -3.8% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 19.5% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.1% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27% | 24.6% | -2.4% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 9.2% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 15.8% | 3.3% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 7.5% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.2% | 13.3% | -3.9% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.3% | 27.9% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -5.9% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.7% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 99.2% 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 | 99% | 99.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 99.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.1% | 37.2% | -11.1% |
| Christian | 67% | 46.2% | 20.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Crescent was 39.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.2% lower than the Altofts and Whitwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Crescent has the 35th lowest crime rate of 114 local areas in Altofts and Whitwood and the 248th lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 The Crescent, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2016-12-08 | £278,165 |
| 62 The Crescent, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2007-08-28 | £256,896 |
| 62 The Crescent, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2005-10-25 | £202,417 |
| 61 The Crescent, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2004-11-22 | £225,462 |
| 56 The Crescent, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2004-09-10 | £230,408 |
WF6 2QF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 2QF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 218 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lee Brigg Infant and Nursery School Lee Brigg , Altofts WF6 2LN | 4out of 4 | 273 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Altofts Junior School Ash Tree Gardens , Altofts WF6 2NF | 3out of 4 | 570 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Junior Academy Church Lane , WF6 1EY | 3out of 4 | 1,484 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton All Saints CofE Infant School High Street , WF6 1NR | 4out of 4 | 1,510 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 1,975 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Fields Warmfield View , WF1 4SF | 4out of 4 | 3,923 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Royds Academy Pennington Lane , Oulton LS26 8EX | - not rated | 4,257 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 | 5,197 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 | 1,612 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Primary School Aberford Road , Stanley WF3 4BA | 4out of 4 | 2,676 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy Lane School Ivy Lane School , Ivy Lane WF1 4AZ | - not rated | 4,258 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowcroft School 24 Bar Lane , WF1 4AD | - not rated | 4,262 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Springfield Centre Pontefract Road , Crofton WF4 1LL | 3out of 4 | 5,093 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 | 264 yd | |
| Toast Coffee House | 28 Altofts Road, Normanton | 961 yd | |
| Cafe Frobisher | Normanton Community Centre, Market Street | 1,006 yd | |
| Corner Kitchen | 1-3 High Street, Normanton | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brig WMC | 1 St Mary's Road, Normanton | 178 yd | |
| Bridge Town Canteen @ Horse & Jockey | 47 Church Road, Normanton | 432 yd | |
| The Robin Hood | 10 Church Road, Normanton | 646 yd | |
| The Miners Arms | Church Road, Normanton | 955 yd | |
| The Poplar | 151 Church Road, Normanton | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eee Bah Crumbs | 7 St Mary's Avenue, Normanton | 318 yd | |
| Dollys Deli | 4 Station Road, Normanton | 333 yd | |
| Foxholes Deli | 95A Church Road, Normanton | 484 yd | |
| King Fry Fisheries | 102 Church Road, Normanton | 849 yd | |
| Pizza Man | 1A Talbot Street, Normanton | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Altofts Road, Normanton | 961 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Brig ST. MARYS ROAD | 154 yd | |
| Martin Frobisher Infant School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 301 yd |
| Altofts Junior School ASH TREE GARDENS | grass pitches | 510 yd |
| Altofts Playing Fields (Closed) Church Road | grass pitches | 818 yd |
| Altofts Community Sports Club SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND LOCK LANE | grass pitches | 974 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 61.89 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 61.89 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.87 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.