Buttercup Court is in South Kirkby, Pontefract and in Wakefield district. WF9 3EY 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 2013-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Buttercup Court, South Kirkby, Pontefract, WF9 3EY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF9 3EX, WF9 3NG, WF9 3TD, WF9 3FA, WF9 3TG, WF9 3TB, WF9 3TE, WF9 3SU, WF9 3AG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF9 3EY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 50.5% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 46.7% | 49.5% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 28.9% | 36.6% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.2% | 51% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58.4% | 59.8% | 1.4% | 48.4% | 11.4% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 28.7% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 6.3% | 9.3% | 3.0% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 13.3% | 11.9% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 10.9% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.8% | 22.4% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 9.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 5.8% | -0.9% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 24% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.9% | 23.4% | -0.5% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 100% | 98.6% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 97.6% | 94.7% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 5.3% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 94.7% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.5% | 37.2% | 9.3% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buttercup Court was 56.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.0% lower than the South Elmsall and South Kirkby average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Buttercup Court has the 5th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in South Elmsall and South Kirkby and the 380th lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Buttercup Court, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-07-05 | £185,310 |
| 7 Buttercup Court, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-06-24 | £220,524 |
| 7 Buttercup Court, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2020-08-27 | £179,175 |
| 8 Buttercup Court, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £132,500 | 2019-09-13 | £185,289 |
| 5 Buttercup Court, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Detached, a newly built property | £149,999 | 2013-12-18 | £257,457 |
WF9 3EY 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 | 162 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 385 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Kirkby Academy Stockingate , South Kirkby WF9 3DP | 2out of 4 | 1,308 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 | 1,349 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorthorpe Primary (J and I ) School Regent Street , Moorthorpe WF9 2BL | 3out of 4 | 1,557 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Moorthorpe Barnsley Road , Moorthorpe WF9 2BP | 3out of 4 | 1,620 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 | 2,377 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hemsworth Wakefield Road , WF9 4AB | 2out of 4 | 2,966 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 | 2,895 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Park School Barnsley Road , Ackworth WF7 7DT | 4out of 4 | 4,887 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ginger Snaps | 42A White Apron Street, South Kirkby | 520 yd | |
| Papa Pizza | 50 White Apron Street, South Kirkby | 522 yd | |
| Coronation Working Mens Club | Barnsley Road, South Kirkby | 796 yd | |
| Soup4EM The Hub | 22 West Street, South Kirkby | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church House Public House | Barnsley Road, South Kirkby | 502 yd | |
| Travellers Inn | Carr Lane, South Kirkby | 626 yd | |
| S Kirkby Royal British Legion Club A | Royal British Legion Club, Mill Lane | 823 yd | |
| Northfield Hotel | Holmsley Lane, South Kirkby | 948 yd | |
| South Kirkby Independent Club | Mill Lane, South Kirkby | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hole In The Wall | Northfield Lane, South Kirkby | 265 yd | |
| Sub'z | Unit 1a, The Green | 594 yd | |
| Pizza Roma | Unit 2, The Green | 597 yd | |
| Fish Bites | 8 The Green, South Kirkby | 626 yd | |
| Eggbutts Cafe Bar | 10, 10-10A The Green | 626 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northfield Playing Field NORTHFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 329 yd |
| South Kirkby Recreation Ground CRAWLEY AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 776 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 | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 53 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 53 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.