Stockingate is in South Kirkby, Pontefract and in Wakefield district. WF9 3PE 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 Stockingate, South Kirkby, Pontefract, WF9 3PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF9 3PG, WF9 3PF, WF9 3NU, WF9 3PJ, WF9 3QX, WF9 3PN, WF9 3PQ, WF9 3QU, WF9 3QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF9 3PE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 51.7% | 48.8% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 48.3% | 51.2% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 | 26.9% | 35.9% | 9.0% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.7% | 45.6% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 5.6% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 14.8% | 10.7% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.6%) 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 | 32.3% | 40.5% | 8.2% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 27.1% | -8.2% | 33.6% | -6.5% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 24.4% | 6.3% | 12.7% | 11.7% |
| Bad health | 10.6% | 7% | -3.6% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 0.9% | -2.7% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 3PE this area, 35.6% 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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.7% | 35.6% | -13.1% | 18.2% | 17.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 10% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 14.4% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 8.9% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -8.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.4% | 16.7% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 3.3% | 7.4% | 4.1% | 2.8% | 4.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.1% | 99.1% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 98.5% | 95.1% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 4.3% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 94.5% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.5% | 76.7% | -11.2% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| No passport held | 30.5% | 13.5% | 17.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stockingate was 179.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.8% higher than the South Elmsall and South Kirkby average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Stockingate has the 8th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in South Elmsall and South Kirkby and the 217th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65A Stockingate, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-04-05 | £224,678 |
| 65A Stockingate, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-11-23 | £221,295 |
The percentage of retired residents living in WF9 3PE 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 | 96 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 526 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Kirkby Academy Stockingate , South Kirkby WF9 3DP | 2out of 4 | 734 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 | 850 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Moorthorpe Barnsley Road , Moorthorpe WF9 2BP | 3out of 4 | 1,583 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorthorpe Primary (J and I ) School Regent Street , Moorthorpe WF9 2BL | 3out of 4 | 1,596 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 | 2,636 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hemsworth Wakefield Road , WF9 4AB | 2out of 4 | 3,582 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 | 3,367 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Robert Ogden School Clayton Lane , Thurnscoe S63 0BG | - not rated | 4,781 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ginger Snaps | 42A White Apron Street, South Kirkby | 356 yd | |
| Papa Pizza | 50 White Apron Street, South Kirkby | 358 yd | |
| Soup4EM The Hub | 22 West Street, South Kirkby | 735 yd | |
| Coronation Working Mens Club | Barnsley Road, South Kirkby | 808 yd | |
| The Brunch Box | 47C Lidgate Crescent Langthwaite Grange Business Park, South Kirkby | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| S Kirkby Royal British Legion Club A | Royal British Legion Club, Mill Lane | 545 yd | |
| South Kirkby Independent Club | Mill Lane, South Kirkby | 564 yd | |
| Church House Public House | Barnsley Road, South Kirkby | 589 yd | |
| South Kirkby Miners Welfare Club | Stockingate, South Kirkby | 684 yd | |
| Travellers Inn | Carr Lane, South Kirkby | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Dragon Takeaway | 75 Stockingate, South Kirkby | 90 yd | |
| Hole In The Wall | Northfield Lane, South Kirkby | 515 yd | |
| Frank's Fish & Chips | 6 Mill Lane, South Kirkby | 608 yd | |
| Bake N Butty | 6A Mill Lane, South Kirkby | 608 yd | |
| Saray Pizza And Barbeque | Mill Lane, South Kirkby | 684 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northfield Playing Field NORTHFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 433 yd |
| South Kirkby Miners Welfare Scheme STOCKINGATE | grass pitches | 743 yd |
| South Kirkby Recreation Ground CRAWLEY AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 948 yd |
| Common Road Playing Field COMMON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,024 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 | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 70.0% |
| 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.