Allott Close is in South Elmsall, Pontefract and in Wakefield district. WF9 2XA 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 Allott Close, South Elmsall, Pontefract, WF9 2XA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF9 2NJ, WF9 2NW, WF9 2XQ, WF9 2AE, WF9 2LD, WF9 2XB, WF9 2AW, WF9 2AA, WF9 2AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF9 2XA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 50.6% | 48.3% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 49.4% | 51.7% | 2.3% | 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 | 25.3% | 37.8% | 12.5% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.9% | 22.2% | -10.7% | 44.2% | -22.0% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 4.4% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 16.3% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 7.2% |
| Widowed | 27.2% | 19.3% | -7.9% | 6.1% | 13.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (53.5%) 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 | 26.4% | 22.1% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -26.3% |
| Good health | 20.7% | 31.4% | 10.7% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 28.2% | 22.1% | -6.1% | 12.7% | 9.4% |
| Bad health | 17.8% | 16.4% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 12.4% |
| Very bad health | 6.9% | 7.9% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 6.7% |
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 2XA this area, 38.8% 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 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.7% | 38.8% | -9.9% | 18.2% | 20.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 7.5% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 10.4% | -0.4% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.5% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 9% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -7.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 22.4% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 5.7% | 4.5% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 97.7% | 89.7% | -8.0% | 81.4% | 8.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 84.5% 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 | 89.7% | 84.5% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 1.3% |
| European Union | 9.8% | 8.5% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 83.9% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| 10+ Years | 3.4% | 6.3% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | 1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.2% | 76.7% | -14.5% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 5.6% | 1.3% | 4.3% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 26.6% | 13.5% | 13.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35% | 37.2% | -2.2% |
| Christian | 49.7% | 46.2% | 3.5% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 11.2% | 6.0% | 5.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Allott Close was 831.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 910.4% higher than the Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Allott Close has the highest crime rate of 144 local areas in Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton and the 12th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 357.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 477.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Allott Close, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,333 | 2025-07-31 | £137,855 |
| 9 Allott Close, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2010-09-09 | £170,586 |
| 1 Allott Close, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £20,000 | 2001-05-09 | £80,226 |
The percentage of retired residents living in WF9 2XA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 48 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorthorpe Primary (J and I ) School Regent Street , Moorthorpe WF9 2BL | 3out of 4 | 231 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Moorthorpe Barnsley Road , Moorthorpe WF9 2BP | 3out of 4 | 253 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 | 509 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Grove Primary Academy Ash Grove , South Elmsall WF9 2TF | 1out of 4 | 924 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfield Primary School: With Communication Resource Northfield Lane , South Kirkby WF9 3LY | 2out of 4 | 1,504 yd | Community school | 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 | 978 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hemsworth Wakefield Road , WF9 4AB | 2out of 4 | 4,458 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Community School Hemsworth 58 Highfield Road , Hemsworth WF9 4EA | - not rated | 4,585 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe @ St Luke's Church | Barnsley Road, South Elmsall | 167 yd | |
| Palms Cafe | 10A Exchange Street, South Elmsall | 251 yd | |
| Moonshine Shack | 81 Barnsley Road, South Elmsall | 293 yd | |
| Adam's Cafe & Restaurant | 49, 45-49A Barnsley Road | 512 yd | |
| Spice Garden | Spice Garden, Haigh House, 13A Barnsley Road | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorthorpe Empire Working Mens Club | Barnsley Road, South Elmsall | 88 yd | |
| Moorthorpe Recreation Social Club | Langthwaite Lane, South Elmsall | 299 yd | |
| The Saw Mill | 61 Barnsley Road, South Elmsall | 360 yd | |
| Brookside Commercial And Social Club | 35 Barnsley Road, South Elmsall | 512 yd | |
| South Elmsall Village WMC | South Elmsall Village Working Mens Club, Doncaster Road | 733 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Stop | 133 Barnsley Road, South Elmsall | 88 yd | |
| Jaflong Indian and Bangladeshi Takeaway | 131 Barnsley Road, South Elmsall | 127 yd | |
| Tasty House | 145 Barnsley Road, South Elmsall | 149 yd | |
| Taj Mahal | 204 Barnsley Road, South Elmsall | 161 yd | |
| Maggie's Chippi | 252 Barnsley Road, South Elmsall | 161 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Barnsley Road, South Elmsall | 148 yd | |
| ASDA | 264-268 Barnsley Road, South Elmsall | 166 yd | |
| Refill and More Ltd | 46 Barnsley Road, South Elmsall | 309 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Barnsley Road, South Elmsall | 512 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Minsthorpe Park LOWER NORTHCROFT | grass pitches | 637 yd |
| Frickley Colliery Welfare Cricket Club COLLIERS CLOSE | grass pitches | 755 yd |
| South Elmsall Town Council Social Centre Westfield Lane | 788 yd | |
| Minsthorpe Pool (Closed) Ash Grove | swimming pool | 834 yd |
| Ash Grove Primary Academy ASH GROVE | grass pitches | 837 yd |
| Minsthorpe Leisure Centre ASH GROVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 858 yd |
| Frickley Athletic Football Club WESTFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 877 yd |
| Minsthorpe Sports And Fitness MINSTHORPE SPORTS AND FITNESS MINSTHORPE SPORTS AND FITNESS MINSTHORPE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 877 yd |
| South Kirkby Recreation Ground CRAWLEY AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,012 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 | 59.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.