Crag Mount is in Pontefract and in Wakefield district. WF8 4BZ is located in the Pontefract North 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 Crag Mount, Pontefract, WF8 4BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF8 4AG, WF8 4AE, WF8 4BP, WF8 4DA, WF8 4AF, WF8 4FE, WF8 4AQ, WF8 4BU, WF8 4AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF8 4BZ is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population 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 | 46.6% | 46.9% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 53.4% | 53.1% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WF8 4BZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.4% | 49.4% | 7.0% | 37.9% | 11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.2% | 29.9% | -3.3% | 44.2% | -14.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 10.8% | -3.9% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 7.1% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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% | 45.1% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 36% | 35.8% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 14% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.1% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.4% | 26.8% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 8.8% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 12.6% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 4.2% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 17.6% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 28% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.1% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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 | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 95.5% | 93.9% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 89.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.2% | 89.1% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 7.1% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 94.2% | 89.4% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 7.2% | 6.2% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crag Mount was 137.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.4% lower than the Pontefract North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crag Mount has the 28th highest crime rate of 107 local areas in Pontefract North and the 343rd highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -2.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% 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 Crag Mount, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2024-04-22 | £144,094 |
| 5 Crag Mount, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-08-31 | £150,267 |
| 2 Crag Mount, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2020-11-09 | £156,396 |
| 1 Crag Mount, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £102,500 | 2017-12-14 | £148,056 |
| 1 Crag Mount, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £67,000 | 2017-06-21 | £98,864 |
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harewood Centre Nursery School Harewood Avenue , WF8 2ER | 3out of 4 | 1,730 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Newgate , WF8 4AA | 4out of 4 | 331 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School Halfpenny Lane , WF8 4BW | 3out of 4 | 383 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Giles C of E Academy St Giles C of E Academy , Skinner Lane WF8 1HG | 3out of 4 | 869 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Larks Hill Junior and Infant School Larks Hill , WF8 4RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,176 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carleton Park Junior and Infant School Moxon Close , Carleton Park WF8 3PT | 3out of 4 | 1,498 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The King's School Mill Hill Lane , WF8 4JF | 3out of 4 | 808 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carleton High School Green Lane , Carleton WF8 3NW | 3out of 4 | 2,280 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Featherstone Academy Pontefract Road , WF7 5AJ | 3out of 4 | 2,427 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy Cutsyke Road , Featherstone WF7 6BD | 3out of 4 | 2,893 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Academy Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | 3out of 4 | 3,680 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New College Pontefract Park Lane , WF8 4QR | - not rated | 427 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Well School Rook Hill Road , WF8 2DD | 3out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ackworth School Pontefract Road , Ackworth WF7 7LT | - not rated | 5,272 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornycroft Centre | Halfpenny Lane, Pontefract | 304 yd | |
| Baxterstorey | Haribo Dunhills Pontefract Plc, 26 Front Street | 359 yd | |
| The Shahban | 4-6 Front Street, Pontefract | 375 yd | |
| Pontefract Bowling Club | Halfpenny Lane, Pontefract | 376 yd | |
| Al-Jamil Balti Restaurant | 3-5 Front Street, Pontefract | 387 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tap And Barrel | The Lockwood, 13 Front Street | 381 yd | |
| Duke of Milan | 9-11 Front Street, Pontefract | 387 yd | |
| Robin Hood Inn | Wakefield Road, Pontefract | 448 yd | |
| The Green Dragon | 4 Corn Market, Pontefract | 451 yd | |
| Barley Mow Hotel | 22 Corn Market, Pontefract | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shummi Chinese Takeaway | 42 Front Street, Pontefract | 255 yd | |
| Berries | 30 Newgate, Pontefract | 336 yd | |
| Pizza Plus One | 26 Corn Market, Pontefract | 451 yd | |
| Oasis Pizza Express | 16 Corn Market, Pontefract | 451 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Corn Market, Pontefract | 452 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA | Halfpenny Lane, Pontefract | 230 yd | |
| Iceland | Stuart Road, Pontefract | 437 yd | |
| Tesco | 10 Corn Market, Pontefract | 451 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 9 Beastfair, Pontefract | 524 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 3-7 Woolmarket, Pontefract | 706 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Absolute Fitness Uk (Closed) Ropergate | health and fitness suite | 461 yd |
| Mills Fitness (Closed) Cornmarket | health and fitness suite | 471 yd |
| Pontefract Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant And Nursery School HALFPENNY LANE | grass pitches | 478 yd |
| New College PARK LANE | grass pitches | 497 yd |
| Pontefract Squash & Leisure Club STUART ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 523 yd |
| Pontefract Swimming Pool STUART ROAD | swimming pool | 586 yd |
| Pontefract Park Golf Course (Closed) Pontefract Park | golf | 661 yd |
| Your Space Pontefract PARK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 702 yd |
| The Kings High School MILL HILL LANE | grass pitches | 762 yd |
| Pontefract Collieries Beechnut Lane | grass pitches | 786 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 164.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.