Longsight Terrace is in Kinsley, Pontefract and in Wakefield district. WF9 5HQ is located in the Hemsworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hemsworth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Longsight Terrace, Kinsley, Pontefract, WF9 5HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF9 5HH, WF9 5ES, WF9 5HB, WF9 5ND, WF9 5HD, WF9 5LD, WF9 5HA, WF9 5EY, WF9 5ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF9 5HQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 51.7% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.1% | 48.3% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WF9 5HQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45% | 48.9% | 3.9% | 37.9% | 11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.3% | 32.4% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -11.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 4.8% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 9.2% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 4.4% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 39.3% | 38.1% | -1.2% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 34.1% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 18.1% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 7.7% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 2% | -1.1% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
In the area around WF9 5HQ this area, 29.2% 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 16.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.7% | 29.2% | -19.5% | 18.2% | 11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 17.3% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 7.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 12.5% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 4.1% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 15.1% | 8.1% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.2% | 16.6% | 11.4% | 33.8% | -17.2% |
| Other | 6.3% | 5.2% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 95.9% | 86.7% | -9.2% | 81.4% | 5.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 85.4% 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 | 92% | 85.4% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 7.4% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 85.4% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 7.4% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 2.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.6% | 76.7% | -11.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 2% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 22.8% | 13.5% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 39.8% | 46.2% | -6.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 5.4% | 6.5% | -1.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Longsight Terrace was 138.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.8% higher than the Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Longsight Terrace has the 40th highest crime rate of 144 local areas in Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton and the 340th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 95.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Longsight Terrace, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2025-05-16 | £56,919 |
| 9 Longsight Terrace, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £61,000 | 2022-11-18 | £64,882 |
| 4 Longsight Terrace, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2022-06-24 | £77,183 |
| 1 Longsight Terrace, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2021-11-22 | £90,856 |
| 8 Longsight Terrace, Pontefract, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2019-12-17 | £81,432 |
WF9 5HQ 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 | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Other | 18 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Meadow Academy Wakefield Road , Fitzwilliam WF9 5BP | 3out of 4 | 690 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West End Academy Regent Street , Hemsworth WF9 4QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,525 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fitzwilliam Primary School Second Avenue , Fitzwilliam WF9 5BA | 3out of 4 | 1,706 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helen's CE Primary School Highfield Road , Hemsworth WF9 4EG | 2out of 4 | 2,069 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Highfield Road , Hemsworth WF9 4LJ | 2out of 4 | 2,163 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy Hemsworth Wakefield Road , WF9 4AB | 2out of 4 | 1,979 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Shafton Engine Lane , Shafton S72 8RE | 3out of 4 | 5,090 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 | 2,107 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Park School Barnsley Road , Ackworth WF7 7DT | 4out of 4 | 3,060 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield independent sch Nostell Centre , Doncaster Road WF4 1QG | - not rated | 3,207 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ackworth School Pontefract Road , Ackworth WF7 7LT | - not rated | 4,038 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kinsley Greyhound Stadium Ltd | Greyhound Race Track, Wakefield Road | 268 yd | |
| NM Cafe | New Street, Kinsley | 441 yd | |
| Red Roof Cafe | Red Roof Centre Cic, Wakefield Road | 514 yd | |
| Lakeside Cafe | The Windsurfer Public House, Hemsworth Water Park | 981 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kinsley Hotel | Wakefield Road, Kinsley | 291 yd | |
| Kinsley Coronation Working Mens Club | Ford Street, Kinsley | 334 yd | |
| Liquid Spirit | Wakefield Road, Kinsley | 514 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty Pizza Paradise | 82A Wakefield Road, Kinsley | 268 yd | |
| The Pit Stop | 86 Wakefield Road, Kinsley | 268 yd | |
| Phoenix Gardens | 23 Wakefield Road, Kinsley | 291 yd | |
| The Sandwich Bar | Wakefield Road, Fitzwilliam | 720 yd | |
| Jolly Fryer | 1A Rockingham Street, Fitzwilliam | 1,087 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gorton Road (Closed) Gorton Street | grass pitches | 130 yd |
| Kinsley Playing Fields TOMBRIDGE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 134 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.