Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

WF11 0AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WF11 0AP.

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Population

507

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 31,600 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WF11 0AP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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5/10
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Area Character

With 54% social renting, WF11 0AP is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 36-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WF11 0AP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from The Holes in Knottingley. Administratively it sits within Knottingley ward and the Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WF11 0AP is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 70 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for WF11 0AP are sourced from Output Area E00059524 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF11 0AP. The average age is 36.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around WF11 0AP is moderate at 70 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences152
Criminal damage and arson26
Vehicle crime19
Anti-social behaviour18
Public order15

school Local Schools

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Simpson's Lane Academy

Good364 pupils0.4 km
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The Vale Primary Academy

Outstanding244 pupils0.7 km
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England Lane Academy

Good209 pupils0.8 km
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De Lacy Academy

Outstanding771 pupils1.0 km
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St Botolphs CE Academy

Requires Improvement324 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Lees Lunchbox0.9 km
  • Red Relish0.5 km
  • Ruchee Restaurant0.5 km
  • Sodexo0.3 km
  • The Community Cafe0.3 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Morrisons0.6 km
  • Lidl0.6 km
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Khan's Balti & Pizza Bar0.5 km
  • Lucky Star0.6 km
  • Pizza Dome/Tandoori Mahal0.2 km
  • Sultan Balti And Pizza Heaven0.5 km
  • Greggs0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Community Shop0.6 km
  • Londis, Knottingley Post Office0.5 km
  • Nisa0.2 km
  • Pret0.9 km
  • Tierna Trading Ltd0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Ferrybridge Progressive Club0.9 km
  • Knottingley Club0.8 km
  • The Railway Hotel0.5 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Hawthornes Guest house0.8 km
  • Travelodge0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knottingley0.4 km
  • Pontefract Monkhill3.2 km
  • Pontefract Baghill3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Kershaw Lane0.1 km
  • Kershaw Lane0.1 km
  • Headlands Lane Top0.1 km
  • Headlands Lane Top0.1 km
  • Poplar Grove0.2 km