Hood Street is in South Elmsall, Pontefract and in Wakefield district. WF9 2LF is located in the South Elmsall and South Kirkby electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hemsworth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hood Street, South Elmsall, Pontefract, WF9 2LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF9 2FL, WF9 2LE, WF9 2LG, WF9 2FF, WF9 2LZ, WF9 2LH, WF9 2FN, WF9 2LJ, WF9 2NA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF9 2LF is primarily male, with 56.1% 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 | 50% | 43.9% | -6.1% | 51.0% | -7.1% |
| Male | 50% | 56.1% | 6.1% | 49.0% | 7.1% |
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 | 19.6% | 31.6% | 12.0% | 37.9% | -6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.2% | 31.6% | -7.6% | 44.2% | -12.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 18.4% | 4.5% | 9.1% | 9.3% |
| Widowed | 24.9% | 16.4% | -8.5% | 6.1% | 10.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (51.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 14.1% | 25.6% | 11.5% | 48.4% | -22.8% |
| Good health | 23% | 25.6% | 2.6% | 33.6% | -8.0% |
| Fair health | 28.1% | 24.4% | -3.7% | 12.7% | 11.7% |
| Bad health | 23.4% | 17.1% | -6.3% | 4.0% | 13.1% |
| Very bad health | 11.3% | 7.3% | -4.0% | 1.2% | 6.1% |
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.
In the area around WF9 2LF this area, 51.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 12.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 65.3% | 51.7% | -13.6% | 18.2% | 33.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.8% | 7.3% | -0.5% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.4% | 8.6% | -0.8% | 13.4% | -4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.5% | 10.6% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.1% | 12.6% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -21.2% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 99.6% | 99.4% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 97.7% | 92.1% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 2% | 7.9% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 92.1% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 6.1% | 5.3% | 2.9% | 3.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.5% | 76.7% | -21.2% |
| Poland | 6.7% | 1.3% | 5.4% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 36.6% | 13.5% | 23.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hood Street was 228.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 178.1% higher than the Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hood Street has the 13th highest crime rate of 144 local areas in Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton and the 150th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 150.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 76.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Hood Street, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £69,000 | 2019-04-18 | £99,356 |
WF9 2LF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WF9 2LF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 70 |
| Full-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Moorthorpe Barnsley Road , Moorthorpe WF9 2BP | 3out of 4 | 1,106 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Elmsall Carlton Junior and Infant School Carlton Road , South Elmsall WF9 2QQ | 2out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorthorpe Primary (J and I ) School Regent Street , Moorthorpe WF9 2BL | 3out of 4 | 1,266 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfield Primary School: With Communication Resource Northfield Lane , South Kirkby WF9 3LY | 2out of 4 | 1,797 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Grove Primary Academy Ash Grove , South Elmsall WF9 2TF | 1out of 4 | 1,947 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minsthorpe Community College, A Specialist Science College Minsthorpe Lane , South Elmsall WF9 2UJ | 3out of 4 | 2,201 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hemsworth Wakefield Road , WF9 4AB | 2out of 4 | 5,140 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Robert Ogden School Clayton Lane , Thurnscoe S63 0BG | - not rated | 4,335 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Hemsworth 58 Highfield Road , Hemsworth WF9 4EA | - not rated | 5,050 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 Brunch Box | 47C Lidgate Crescent Langthwaite Grange Business Park, South Kirkby | 963 yd | |
| Ultima Furniture Systems Ltd | Unit 26, Lidgate Crescent Langthwaite Grange Business Park | 963 yd | |
| CentR Stage | Unit 55, Lidgate Crescent Langthwaite Grange Business Park | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorthorpe Recreation Social Club | Langthwaite Lane, South Elmsall | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thepan Golden Cod | 75 Westfield Lane, South Elmsall | 924 yd | |
| Burger & Pizza Rooms | Unit 15 To 17, Langthwaite Road Langthwaite Grange Ind Est | 975 yd | |
| Louise's Cafe | Unit 7, Langthwaite Road Langthwaite Grange Ind Est | 1,039 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Elmsall Town Council Social Centre Westfield Lane | 596 yd | |
| Frickley Athletic Football Club WESTFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 664 yd |
| Frickley Colliery Welfare Cricket Club COLLIERS CLOSE | grass pitches | 704 yd |
| Frickley Country Park MOORHOUSE COURT | grass pitches | 848 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.