Langthwaite Road is in South Kirkby, Pontefract and in Wakefield district. WF9 3AE 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 Langthwaite Road, South Kirkby, Pontefract, WF9 3AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF9 3QE, WF9 3JY, WF9 3JX, WF9 3LA, WF9 3AB, WF9 3LL, WF9 3QG, WF9 3BP, WF9 3BH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF9 3AE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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% | 49.5% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 50% | 50.5% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 28.2% | 35.7% | 7.5% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 48.4% | -6.4% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 9.1% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 4.8% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 45% | 44.7% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 34.8% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 12% | 14% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 5% | -3.2% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 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.
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 11.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.7% | 25.2% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 22.8% | 4.9% | 9.6% | 13.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 17.2% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.6% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 15.2% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 11.6% | -1.1% | 33.8% | -22.2% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.4% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 99.4% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 98.5% | 97.2% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 97.2% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.1% | 76.7% | -0.6% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Langthwaite Road was 128.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.6% higher than the Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Langthwaite Road has the 47th highest crime rate of 144 local areas in Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton and the 369th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 62.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Langthwaite House Langthwaite Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2020-10-30 | £378,868 |
| Langthwaite House Langthwaite Road, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £176,250 | 2002-01-17 | £569,549 |
WF9 3AE 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northfield Primary School: With Communication Resource Northfield Lane , South Kirkby WF9 3LY | 2out of 4 | 253 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorthorpe Primary (J and I ) School Regent Street , Moorthorpe WF9 2BL | 3out of 4 | 1,039 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Moorthorpe Barnsley Road , Moorthorpe WF9 2BP | 3out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Kirkby Academy Stockingate , South Kirkby WF9 3DP | 2out of 4 | 1,353 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Kirkby Common Road Infant and Nursery School Common Road , South Kirkby WF9 3EA | 2out of 4 | 1,462 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 | 2,026 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hemsworth Wakefield Road , WF9 4AB | 2out of 4 | 3,568 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 | 3,513 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Robert Ogden School Clayton Lane , Thurnscoe S63 0BG | - not rated | 5,200 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Park School Barnsley Road , Ackworth WF7 7DT | 4out of 4 | 5,351 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coronation Working Mens Club | Barnsley Road, South Kirkby | 216 yd | |
| The Brunch Box | 47C Lidgate Crescent Langthwaite Grange Business Park, South Kirkby | 642 yd | |
| Ultima Furniture Systems Ltd | Unit 26, Lidgate Crescent Langthwaite Grange Business Park | 642 yd | |
| CentR Stage | Unit 55, Lidgate Crescent Langthwaite Grange Business Park | 642 yd | |
| Ginger Snaps | 42A White Apron Street, South Kirkby | 724 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church House Public House | Barnsley Road, South Kirkby | 118 yd | |
| Travellers Inn | Carr Lane, South Kirkby | 156 yd | |
| S Kirkby Royal British Legion Club A | Royal British Legion Club, Mill Lane | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub'z | Unit 1a, The Green | 93 yd | |
| Pizza Roma | Unit 2, The Green | 103 yd | |
| Fish Bites | 8 The Green, South Kirkby | 156 yd | |
| Eggbutts Cafe Bar | 10, 10-10A The Green | 156 yd | |
| Hole In The Wall | Northfield Lane, South Kirkby | 411 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Kirkby Recreation Ground CRAWLEY AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 328 yd |
| Northfield Playing Field NORTHFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 571 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.